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Long Street Backpackers
2 stars

Long Street Backpackers

209 Long Street, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
See location+27 214 230 615
From
AED 45
Cheapest

rate per night

8.1
Very good
based on 1180 reviews
1,180 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
AED 45
Double room
AED 110
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Overview

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Adults-only Cape Town hostel in Cape Town City Centre with free parking Along with a bar/lounge, this hostel has a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a library are onsite. Long Street Backpackers offers 20 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Rating
8.1
Very good
Based on 1,180 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Long Street Backpackers

  • Adults only
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Night club
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • ATM on-site

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Car hire
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Things to do

  • Karaoke
  • Hiking
  • Table tennis
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool table
  • Evening entertainment
  • Night club

Bathroom

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

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Dustbins

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Adults only
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Dining

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Shared kitchen
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Lockers
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Books

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Long Street Backpackers

8.1
Very good
1180 verified ratings
Wonderful
547
Very good
201
Good
190
Okay
63
Fair
64
Mediocre
33
Poor
82

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Location

209 Long Street, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Long Street251 m
  • Parliament of South Africa401 m
  • City Bowl0.7 km
  • Signal Hill1.4 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre1.5 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront2.1 km
  • Cape Town Stadium2.5 km
  • Table Bay4.1 km
  • Table Mountain4.2 km
  • Clifton4.3 km
  • University of Cape Town5.5 km
  • Canal Walk9.4 km

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Long Street Backpackers

Low season

September

High season

September

Average price (weekend night)

AED 48
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FAQs when booking at Long Street Backpackers

  • Where is Long Street Backpackers located?

    Long Street Backpackers is located at 209 Long Street in City Centre, 2.5 km from the centre of Cape Town. Long Street is the closest landmark to Long Street Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Long Street Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Long Street Backpackers.

  • Does Long Street Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Long Street Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Long Street Backpackers from the airport?

    Long Street Backpackers is 17.6 km from Cape Town Intl.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.6

Distance to city centre

2.5 km

Nearest airport

Cape Town Intl

Distance to airport

18.0 km

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