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Popular hostels in Cape Town

Discover well-known properties in Cape Town that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 9,324 hotels in Cape Town and price data was last updated on 24 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Cape Town is ₹ 1,696/night.
These hostels are among the most popular properties in the Cape Town area. Users can utilize the filters available to narrow down their search.
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74 New Church Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Located in Cape Town, The Backpack is within a 25-minute drive of Cape Town International Airport and offers a swimming pool, an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi. It is conveniently positioned for guests wishing to sightsee in the area.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.6
Excellent
1062 reviews
Location
3.0 km from city centre
₹ 1,833
16 St Johns Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Situated at the base of Table Mountain, MoTown by Mojo is a comfortable place to stay in Cape Town and features a bowling alley. Guests can also make the most of complimentary internet in all areas.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
6.5
Good
847 reviews
Location
5.1 km from city centre
₹ 2,089
11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Set in a 19th-century building in Cape Town, Ashanti Lodge Backpackers combines an old-world feel with contemporary amenities, including free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. It is ideally located for those wishing to discover the area's attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
234 reviews
Location
2.9 km from city centre
₹ 1,333
107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Located in Cape Town, the hostel is a short walk from Cape Town Stadium and provides a swimming pool. It offers free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour reception and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
1130 reviews
Location
3.8 km from city centre
₹ 1,333
20 Briza Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Boasting a bowling alley, Saltycrax Backpackers and Adventures is located in Cape Town and offers comfortable accommodation. It is ideally positioned for those wishing to visit the area's popular attractions.
Parking
7.1
Good
351 reviews
Location
12.3 km from city centre
₹ 1,460
Oude Molen Eco Village Alexandra Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Riverlodge Backpackers is located in Cape Town and is close to the area's popular attractions. It also provides a kids club, an outdoor pool and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Airport shuttle
4.8
Okay
1 reviews
Location
4.5 km from city centre
₹ 2,499
78 Coral Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
@ Rosie's is situated in Cape Town and features complimentary Wi-Fi. It also offers a sun deck, a tour desk and a swimming pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.5
Excellent
14 reviews
Location
13.1 km from city centre
₹ 2,583
20 Roos St, Winslow, Gordon's Bay, Gordon's Bay, Western Cape, South Africa
The Yard Cape Town is located in Cape Town and offers free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.5
Excellent
40 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
₹ 4,249
43 Royal Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Capsules is situated in Cape Town and provides guests with free Wi-Fi. It is ideally located for those wanting to discover the area's attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.5
Good
158 reviews
Location
19.8 km from city centre
₹ 1,653

Tips for booking hostels in Cape Town

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Cape Town. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2024.
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:November
Average price in Cape Town:₹ 1,696/night
Cheapest price found:₹ 667/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Wednesday
₹ 701 - ₹ 2,820
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
₹ 1,166 - ₹ 4,057
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hostels in Cape Town, South Africa

Discover affordable stays in Cape Town that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cape Town can be found for as low as ₹ 820 per night. There is currently one property in Cape Town that can be booked for this price. Long Street Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2024
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Cape Town for the selected dates. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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209 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 820
Avg. per night
46 Roeland Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 916
Avg. per night
57 Milton Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 1,000
Avg. per night
2 Cavalcade Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,083
Avg. per night
91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,130
Avg. per night
208 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,166
Avg. per night
179 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 1,166
Avg. per night
82 New Church Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,185
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Cape Town

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Cnr Dock And Alfred Roads, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 6,748
Avg. per night
1 Cast Anchor Way, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 8,915
Avg. per night
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
6.4 km from city centre
₹ 26,910
Avg. per night
108 Main Road St.James, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
21.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 6,023
Avg. per night
67 Kloof Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
5.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 14,085
Avg. per night
Vesperdene Road 11, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 10,843
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Cape Town

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Cape Town to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
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Facts about staying in Cape Town

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cape Town to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?

    Hostels in Cape Town will cost ₹ 1,696 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 701 per night. A good deal on a Cape Town hostel would be ₹ 1,536 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in March may be more expensive, whereas booking in September is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in Cape Town?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Cape Town, Atlantic Point Backpackers is currently the best, based on 18 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 9.3/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Kimberley Backpackers is 17.5 km away from Cape Town Intl Airport, making it the closest Cape Town hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What area of Cape Town is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Cape Town is City Centre, according to our data. 5% of users who searched for hostels in Cape Town looked for properties in City Centre. If you’re interested in staying in City Centre, consider the 91 Loop - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Cape Town closest to Victoria & Alfred Waterfront?

    Atlantic Point Backpackers happens to be the most popular Cape Town hostel near Victoria & Alfred Waterfront among our users. The Atlantic Point Backpackers has a current rating of 9.3 from 18 HotelsCombined travellers. Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is also conveniently located just 1.0 km from this hostel.

  • Should I stay in a Cape Town hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Cape Town hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Cape Town.

  • Does Cape Town have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are 7 hostels in Cape Town with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity, the most popular being 91 Loop (based on user data).

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