What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?

Hostels in Cape Town will cost ₹ 5,541 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 996 per night. A good deal on a Cape Town hostel would be ₹ 4,633 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in August 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 1,563 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.6/10.

What hostel is closest to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Wish U Were Here is 14.1 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. 2% 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 Boutique Hostel - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

What is the most popular hostel in Cape Town closest to Cape Town City Hall?

91 Loop Boutique Hostel happens to be the most popular Cape Town hostel near Cape Town City Hall among our users. The 91 Loop Boutique Hostel has a current rating of 8.3 from 2,602 HotelsCombined travellers. Cape Town City Hall is also conveniently located just 0.6 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 5 hostels in Cape Town with “Pool” listed as an amenity, the most popular being Villa Viva Cape Town (based on user data).

Affordable Cape Town Hostels From ₹ 1,038/night

Tips for booking hostels in Cape Town

Cheapest month:	July
Most expensive month:	August
Average price in Cape Town:	₹ 5,540/night
Cheapest price found:	₹ 952/night
Cheapest day:	Monday
Most expensive day:	Tuesday

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Island Vibe Jeffreys Bay

10 Dageraad Street, Jeffrey’s Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa

1.9 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

₹ 1,038

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