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Big Blue Backpackers

7 Vesperdene Road, Green Point, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
See location+27 214 390 807
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AED 144
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7.3
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based on 1165 reviews
1,165 reviews

Overview

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Big Blue Backpackers is located in Green Point and within 10 minutes' walk from the famous V&A Waterfront. The Victorian mansion offers free WiFi connection, and it has an outdoor swimming pool. The lodge features dormitory rooms with a shared bathroom, and private rooms with a private bathroom. The rooms are bright and simply furnished with wooden floors. There is a bar at the lodge. A number of restaurants serving a range of different cuisines can be found within 1 km from the property. The front desk at Big Blue Backpackers is open 24-hours a day, and a tour desk is available for guests to use when planning their outings. Free street parking is available. The Cape Town International Airport is 25 km from the lodge.
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7.3
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Based on 1,165 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Big Blue Backpackers

  • Outdoor pool
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Golf
  • 24-hour front desk

General

  • Quiet street view
  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Sofa
  • Landmark view
  • Lockers
  • Mountain view
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins

Services and conveniences

  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Dining

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Shared kitchen
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table

Pool

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Reviews of Big Blue Backpackers

7.3
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1165 verified ratings
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395
Very good
213
Good
224
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112
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95
Mediocre
38
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88

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Location

7 Vesperdene Road, Green Point, Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Cape Town Stadium0.8 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront0.9 km
  • Signal Hill1.1 km
  • City Bowl1.4 km
  • Long Street1.5 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre1.5 km
  • Parliament of South Africa2 km
  • Table Bay4.4 km
  • Clifton5 km
  • Table Mountain5.8 km
  • University of Cape Town6.9 km
  • Sunset Beach9.3 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at Big Blue Backpackers

  • Where is Big Blue Backpackers located?

    Big Blue Backpackers is located at 7 Vesperdene Road, Green Point, 3.4 km from the centre of Cape Town. Cape Town Stadium is the closest landmark to Big Blue Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Big Blue Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Big Blue Backpackers.

  • Does Big Blue Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Big Blue Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Big Blue Backpackers offer free parking?

    Yes, Big Blue Backpackers offers free parking.

  • How far is Big Blue Backpackers from the airport?

    Big Blue Backpackers is 19.3 km from Cape Town Intl.

  • Does Big Blue Backpackers have a pool?

    Yes, Big Blue Backpackers has a pool on-site.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to city centre

3.4 km

Nearest airport

Cape Town Intl

Distance to airport

18.9 km