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Urban Hive Backpackers
2 stars

Urban Hive Backpackers

208 Long Street, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
See location+27 214 220 565
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AED 172
Cheapest

rate per night

7.3
Good
based on 1045 reviews
1,045 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
AED 172
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Victorian Cape Town hostel in Cape Town City Centre with a 24-hour front desk A bar/lounge, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Urban Hive Backpackers offers 26 accommodations with safes. This Cape Town hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Rating
7.3
Good
Based on 1,045 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Urban Hive Backpackers

  • Adults only
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • ATM on-site

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Adapter
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins

Services and conveniences

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

General

  • Seating area
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Soundproofing
  • Lockers
  • Mountain view
  • City view
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Adults only
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool table

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Vending machine (drinks)

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Safe

Reviews of Urban Hive Backpackers

7.3
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1045 verified ratings
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388
Very good
180
Good
172
Okay
72
Fair
69
Mediocre
44
Poor
120

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David, Jan 2022
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Location

208 Long Street, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Long Street355 m
  • Parliament of South Africa0.4 km
  • City Bowl0.8 km
  • Signal Hill1.4 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre1.6 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront2.1 km
  • Cape Town Stadium2.5 km
  • Table Mountain4.2 km
  • Table Bay4.2 km
  • Clifton4.2 km
  • University of Cape Town5.5 km
  • Canal Walk9.5 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 13:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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

Essential information about Urban Hive Backpackers

Low season

December

High season

January

Average price (weeknight)

AED 60

Average price (weekend night)

AED 62
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Urban Hive Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Urban Hive Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and January.
  • How long should you stay at Urban Hive Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 26 days.

FAQs when booking at Urban Hive Backpackers

  • Where is Urban Hive Backpackers located?

    Urban Hive Backpackers is located at 208 Long Street in City Centre, 2.6 km from the centre of Cape Town. Long Street is the closest landmark to Urban Hive Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Urban Hive Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 13:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Urban Hive Backpackers.

  • Does Urban Hive Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Urban Hive Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Urban Hive Backpackers from the airport?

    Urban Hive Backpackers is 17.6 km from Cape Town Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Urban Hive Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Urban Hive Backpackers in Cape Town and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Urban Hive Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Urban Hive Backpackers.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.7

Distance to city centre

2.6 km

Nearest airport

Cape Town Intl

Distance to airport

18.1 km

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