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Cape Town, South Africa
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Travel insights for hostels in Cape Town

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Cape Town including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cape Town?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cape Town is September (₹ 53,014). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cape Town is March (₹ 512,007).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Cape Town?

The cheapest day to stay in Cape Town is Friday (₹ 172,675). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 363,337.

How much is a hostel in Cape Town tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cape Town tonight starting as low as ₹ 953, rising to an average cost of ₹ 2,593, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 1,669 for a 4-star hostel in Cape Town for tonight.

How much is a Cape Town hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Cape Town this weekend for as little as ₹ 953/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 953/night. For a 4-star hostel in Cape Town, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 1,983/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cape Town?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 61 days before your trip to Cape Town. The lowest price found when booking 61 days ahead was ₹ 1,022 per night.

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 ₹ 611 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 30 April 2025
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
₹ 611
Avg. per night
208 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,107
Avg. per night
91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,193
Avg. per night
179 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 1,277
Avg. per night
57 Milton Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 1,363
Avg. per night
11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,618
Avg. per night
107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,703
Avg. per night
20 Briza Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
12.3 km from city centre
Parking
₹ 2,094
Avg. per night
74 New Church Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,214
Avg. per night
Oude Molen Eco Village Alexandra Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4.5 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,299
Avg. per night
16 St Johns Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 2,402
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Cape Town

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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
5.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 5,029
Avg. per night
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4.3 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,959
Avg. per night
Cnr Dock And Alfred Roads, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 10,583
Avg. per night
1 Cast Anchor Way, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 9,197
Avg. per night
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 7,920
Avg. per night
108 Main Road St.James, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
21.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 11,497
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 30 April 2025.
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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 30 April 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?

    Hostels in Cape Town will cost ₹ 3,180 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 623 per night. A good deal on a Cape Town hostel would be ₹ 2,175 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in April 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, Villa Viva Cape Town is currently the best, based on 1,630 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.5/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    91 Loop Boutique Hostel is 18.0 km away from Cape Town Intl Airport, making it the closest Cape Town hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Cape Town closest to Clifton?

    Villa Viva Cape Town happens to be the most popular Cape Town hostel near Clifton among our users. The Villa Viva Cape Town has a current rating of 8.5 from 1,630 HotelsCombined travellers. Clifton is also conveniently located just 3.7 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 “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are 4 hostels in Cape Town with “Pool” listed as an amenity, the most popular being Never at Home Green Point (based on user data).

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