Hostels in Cape Town, South Africa
Search and compare Cape Town, South Africa hostels from hundreds of travel sites and save.
Cape Town, South Africa
29 Oct — 30 Oct2
...and more
Popular hostels in Cape Town
Discover well-known properties in Cape Town that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 9,667 hotels in Cape Town and price data was last updated on 22 October 2024. The average price for a hotel in Cape Town is $40/night.
These hostels in Cape Town see the most activity from our users at the moment. Users can use the filters present to refine their search even further.
Sort by
Filter by star ratings
All filters74 New Church Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Villa Viva is a Guest House, a fresh, innovative social business, meeting and networking platform to share and express creative work, social projects and celebrating life. Villa Viva Cape Town spreads over 4 Victorian houses with high ceilings, wooden floors and tin pressed ceilings in one of the houses. Villa Viva is located in the heart and hustle of the “Mother City” – Cape Town. The multifaceted compilation of courtyards, community spaces, our bar and the ceremony-tent convey the look and feel of a small village - table mountain view, our colorful garden and refreshing poolside make you feel connected with nature while you are just a stone’s throw away from the buzz of town. A big variety of spaces create a unique experience for guests, colleagues, partners, visitors and everybody else who drops in. We are all about people! Our team will welcome you and make you feel like part of the family. Feel free to make friends and share the vibe because we are all connected in our space.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.6
Excellent
1511 reviews
Location
3.0 km from city centre
$23
91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Located in the city centre of Cape Town, 91 Loop is just a stroll away from Long Street and Green Market Square. The chic hostel has a 24-hour front desk, a restaurant and bar and a courtyard with outdoor seating. With minimalistic and modern design, the hostel offers en-suite private and dormitory rooms as well as a unique air-conditioned pod accommodation. Features include extra long beds, reading lights, electric plugs and lockable storage space. Linen and towels are provided. The trendy and bistro-style Honey Badger Bar & Restaurant is located on the ground floor and serves simple seasonal cuisine using locally sourced and fresh produce. 91 Loop features free WiFi throughout based on a fiber internet connection. Staff can organise activities for guests, including free walking tours around Cape Town, movie nights, tours and travel arrangements. Public parking is available across the road at the Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital. The hostel is a 10-minute walk from The Company's Garden and Cape Town International Airport is 20 km away. Airport shuttles can be arranged for a surcharge.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.3
Excellent
2516 reviews
Location
2.3 km from city centre
$16
209 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Located on bustling Long Street in the Cape Town City Centre, Longstreet Backpackers features BBQ facilities and sun terrace. Free WiFi is available. Dormitory, single and double or twin room accommodations are offered. Each room has access to a shared bathroom. There is a shared kitchen and lounge area. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Car hire is available on site and an airport shuttle service is offered at a surcharge. The Company’s Garden is 300 metres from Longstreet Backpackers, while Long Street Supermarket is 77 metres away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 21 km from Longstreet Backpackers.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
1099 reviews
Location
2.5 km from city centre
$12
11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
A Victorian mansion style establishment hosts the Ashanti Lodge Backpackers. Located close to the foot of Table Mountain, the wooden sun deck and the garden of the hostel offer views of the landscape. Accommodations include bright dormitory rooms and private rooms. Some features normal bed or iron wrought bunk beds. All have a decor with designer touch. Communal areas of the Ashanti Lodge Backpackers include an outdoor swimming pool, a travel center, and the Kumasi Café with billiard. Reception is open from 8 to 5, but live-in staff always available in to assist with after hours enquiries and/or check-ins. Free Hi-speed wifi available everywhere and computer available free of charge. Breakfast not included in room-only rate, but a la carte available in the Kumasi Cafe. Longstreet with various restaurants, day and nightlife is about a 10 minute walk away.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
501 reviews
Location
2.9 km from city centre
$22
208 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Free Wi-Fi
7.4
Good
987 reviews
Location
2.6 km from city centre
$17
107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Luxury hostel, a quick walk to Cape Town Stadium An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a poolside bar, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. Never at Home Green Point - Hostel offers 48 accommodations with air conditioning. This Cape Town hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
1439 reviews
Location
3.8 km from city centre
$20
179 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Nestled between Table Mountain and Three Anchor Bay, A Sunflower Stop is next to Cape Town’s Green Point Common. With free Wi-Fi throughout, it has an outdoor pool and offers private and shared accommodation. Sunflower rooms include lockers and simple furnishings. Some rooms include a private bathroom with a shower. Full linen is supplied and each room is cleaned daily. Sunflower Stop is surrounded by gardens and features a traditional South African braai for barbecuing. There is also a communal kitchen where guests can prepare meals and snacks. A Sunflower Stop is a 20-minute walk from Victoria and Alfred Waterfront and is 6 km from both Clifton and Camps Bay beaches. Staff at the tour desk assist with car hire and can help arrange trips to nearby attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
1029 reviews
Location
4.2 km from city centre
$17
20 Briza Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Situated less than 1 km from the white sandy beaches of Blouberg, Saltycrax Backpackers offers a variety of accommodation. The property includes zen garden and bonfire area. The rooms are bright and are cooled by a fan. The double rooms contain a refrigerator and some have extra bunk beds and a private bathroom. Wi-Fi is available. The large communal kitchen can be used to prepare meals which can be enjoyed in the garden, during warmer months. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the bar made out of bamboo. Saltycrax staff are available to help organise tours and watersports activities. Local shopping centres and restaurants are within a 10-minute walk from the property. There is free private parking available and the Durbanville Wine Route and V&A Waterfront are within 25-minute drive from the property.
Parking
7.2
Good
293 reviews
Location
12.3 km from city centre
$24
82 New Church Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Set in Cape Town, 3.1 km from Robben Island Ferry, Zebra Crossing Backpacker offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 4.4 km from V&A Waterfront, and within 800 metres of the city centre. At the hostel all rooms include a shared bathroom and bed linen. Zebra Crossing Backpacker offers an à la carte or Full English/Irish breakfast. The accommodation offers a barbecue. Table Mountain is 5.3 km from Zebra Crossing Backpacker, while CTICC is 6.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 21 km from the hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
275 reviews
Location
3.0 km from city centre
$17
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 22 October 2024.
| Cheapest month: | July |
|---|---|
| Most expensive month: | January |
| Average price in Cape Town: | $40/night |
| Cheapest price found: | $9/night |
| Cheapest day: | Friday |
| Most expensive day: | Saturday |
$14 - $95
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.$16 - $50
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 $11 per night. There is currently one property in Cape Town that can be booked for this price. Green Elephant Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 22 October 2024
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Cape Town for the selected dates. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
Show all 9,667 hostels
57 Milton Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$11
Avg. per night
10 Dageraad Street, Jeffrey’s Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$12
Avg. per night
46 Roeland Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$13
Avg. per night
43 Royal Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
19.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$23
Avg. per night
Oude Molen Eco Village Alexandra Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4.5 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
$25
Avg. per night
445 Albert Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$29
Avg. per night
Hostel prices in Cape Town
Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Cape Town to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Cape Town at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 22 October 2024.
Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hostels within each hostel class.
2 stars and under
74 New Church Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
$23
11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
$22
91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
$16
3 stars
Best prices found by HotelsCombined users in the past 24 hours.
Other accommodations in Cape Town
Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Cape Town.
Show all 9,667 stays
7 Gay Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
29.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$219
Avg. per night
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$73
Avg. per night
17 Venus Circle, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
9.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$118
Avg. per night
108 Main Road St.James, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
21.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$167
Avg. per night
67 Kloof Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
5.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$339
Avg. per night