Long Street Backpackers

3 stars
209 Long Street, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
8.0
Very good
based on 1259 reviews
1,259 reviews
Wed 29/10
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Thu 30/10
1 room, 2 guests
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Standard Room
£7
Double room
£22
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Overview

Located on iconic Long Street in the Cape Town City Centre, Long Street Backpackers is a party hostel with convenient features such as BBQ facilities, a sun terrace, and communal social areas. We offer dormitory, single, double, and twin accommodations. All rooms have access to a shared bathroom. There is also a shared kitchen and lounge area, as well as a bar with free board games, a console, billiards, and a ping pong table. There are car hire services available within walking distance. The Company's Garden is 300 metres from Long Street Backpackers, Table Mountain is 3.8 kilometers away, and all the best of Cape Town's nightlife and culture are within walking distance. The Cape Town International Airport is 21 km away from Longstreet Backpackers.
8.0
Very good rating
Based on 1,259 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Long Street Backpackers

Wed 29/10
Thu 30/10
Standard Room
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£7
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£9
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£10
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Double room
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£22
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£27
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£36
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Amenities at Long Street Backpackers

  • Adults only
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Night club
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Car hire

Things to do

  • Karaoke
  • Hiking
  • Table tennis
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Pool table
  • Evening entertainment
  • Night club

Services and conveniences

  • Car hire
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Dustbins

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Adults only
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Dining

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Shared kitchen
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Lockers
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Storage available

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Desk

Fitness

  • Aerobics

Reviews of Long Street Backpackers

8.0
Very good
1259 verified ratings
Wonderful
592
Very good
214
Good
195
Okay
68
Fair
66
Mediocre
35
Poor
90

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Location

209 Long Street, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Long Street274 yd
  • Parliament of South Africa439 yd
  • City Bowl0.4 mi
  • Signal Hill0.9 mi
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre0.9 mi
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront1.3 mi
  • Cape Town Stadium1.5 mi
  • Table Bay2.6 mi
  • Table Mountain2.6 mi
  • Clifton2.7 mi
  • University of Cape Town3.4 mi
  • Canal Walk5.9 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Long Street Backpackers

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May
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£32
£18
Cheapest month to stay with an average 52% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 65% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Long Street Backpackers

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Long Street Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Long Street Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Long Street Backpackers, plan to stay on a Saturday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Long Street Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £10, while the most expensive was £10.
  • How long should you stay at Long Street Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 8 days.

FAQs when booking at Long Street Backpackers

  • Where is Long Street Backpackers located?

    Long Street Backpackers is located at 209 Long Street in City Centre, 1.5 miles from the centre of Cape Town. Long Street is the closest landmark to Long Street Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Long Street Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Long Street Backpackers.

  • Does Long Street Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Long Street Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Long Street Backpackers from the airport?

    Long Street Backpackers is 11.2 miles from Cape Town Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Long Street Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Long Street Backpackers in Cape Town and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Long Street Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Long Street Backpackers.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.5
1.5 mi
Cape Town Intl
11.2 mi

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