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Long Street Backpackers - Cape Town - Building
Long Street Backpackers
City Centre
7.9Good(1239)
£47+
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Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens - Cape Town - Pool
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens
Gardens
8.2Very Good(549)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
£38+
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A Sunflower Stop Backpackers - Cape Town - Bedroom
A Sunflower Stop Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
8.4Very Good(1123)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
£39+
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Homebase Cape Town Backpackers - Cape Town - Bedroom
Homebase Cape Town Backpackers
City Centre
8.0Very Good(282)
Free Wi-Fi
£12+
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Never at Home Green Point - Cape Town - Lounge
Never at Home Green Point
Cape Town, South Africa
8.6Very Good(1588)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£50+
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91 Loop Boutique Hostel - Cape Town - Restaurant
91 Loop Boutique Hostel
City Centre
8.1Very Good(2789)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£36+
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Riverlodge Backpackers - Cape Town - Restaurant
Riverlodge Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
6.7Okay(154)
£24+
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Green Elephant Backpackers - Cape Town
Green Elephant Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
6.7Okay(488)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
£40+
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Saltycrax Backpackers and Adventures - Cape Town - Bedroom
Saltycrax Backpackers and Adventures
Cape Town, South Africa
7.3Good(330)
Parking
£38+
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Villa Viva Cape Town - Cape Town
Villa Viva Cape Town
Tamboerskloof
8.6Very Good(1714)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
£43+
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Urban Hive Backpackers - Cape Town
Urban Hive Backpackers
City Centre
7.2Good(1071)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£31+
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Cat and Moose Backpackers Lodge - Cape Town
Cat and Moose Backpackers Lodge
City Centre
8.4Very Good(61)
Free Wi-Fi
£22+
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Forty8 Backpackers - Cape Town
Forty8 Backpackers
City Centre
6.7Okay(161)
Free Wi-Fi
£51+
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Cape Town Backpackers - Cape Town
Cape Town Backpackers
Tamboerskloof
6.7Okay(12)
Free Wi-Fi
£130+
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African Soul Surfer - Cape Town
African Soul Surfer
Cape Town, South Africa
7.8Good(227)
Free Wi-Fi
£28+
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33 South Backpackers - Cape Town
33 South Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
7.9Good(54)
Free Wi-Fi
£13+
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Cape Town hostels near the city centre

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Cape Town Deco Lodge - Cape Town
Cape Town Deco Lodge
Woodstock
7.1Good(37)
£10+
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336 Victoria street Woodstock Capetown - Cape Town
336 Victoria street Woodstock Capetown
Woodstock
5.9Fair(4)
£17+
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V&A Backpackers Woodstock - Cape Town - Bedroom
V&A Backpackers Woodstock
Woodstock
4.2Mediocre(3)
£26+
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Blue Eagle Backpackers - Cape Town
Blue Eagle Backpackers
Woodstock
7.0Good(2)
£8+
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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Cape Town

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How early should you book a hostel in Cape Town?

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July
March
£45
£15
Cheapest month to stay with an average 54% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 92% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Cape Town hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Cape Town, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Cape Town in July and October.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Cape Town if you stay on a Saturday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Thursday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 72 days before your stay to get the best price for a Cape Town hostel.
  • The cheapest 3-star hostel in Cape Town found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £27, while the most expensive was £29.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Cape Town

  • What are the best hostels near Victoria & Alfred Waterfront?

    Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is a popular area in Cape Town and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Hippo Pod Hostel or Never at Home Green Point for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.

  • How much is a hostel in Cape Town for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Cape Town hostel for this weekend for as low as £10. Users have also found 3 star hotels from £10 and 4-star plus hotels from £64.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Cape Town?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Cape Town is £37 compared to £319 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Cape Town?

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