Cape Town hostels

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Best Cape Town hostels

These are the best prices for 31 Mar - 7 Apr.
91 Loop Boutique Hostel - Cape Town - Restaurant
91 Loop Boutique Hostel
City Centre
8.2Very Good(2890)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 185+
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Never at Home Green Point - Cape Town - Lounge
Never at Home Green Point
Cape Town, South Africa
8.9Very Good(1670)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
AED 341+
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Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens - Cape Town - Pool
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens
Gardens
8.1Very Good(579)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
AED 225+
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Green Elephant Backpackers - Cape Town - Pool
Green Elephant Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
7.2Good(504)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
AED 184+
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A Sunflower Stop Backpackers - Cape Town - Bedroom
A Sunflower Stop Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
8.6Very Good(1156)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
AED 209+
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Homebase Cape Town Backpackers - Cape Town - Bedroom
Homebase Cape Town Backpackers
City Centre
8.0Very Good(271)
Free Wi-Fi
AED 59+
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Urban Hive Backpackers - Cape Town - Balcony
Urban Hive Backpackers
City Centre
7.2Good(1116)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 147+
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Riverlodge Backpackers - Cape Town - Restaurant
Riverlodge Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
6.7Okay(153)
AED 147+
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Villa Viva Cape Town - Cape Town
Villa Viva Cape Town
Tamboerskloof
8.5Very Good(1843)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
AED 231+
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Big Blue Backpackers - Cape Town
Big Blue Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
6.9Okay(1216)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
AED 230+
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African Soul Surfer - Cape Town
African Soul Surfer
Cape Town, South Africa
7.5Good(239)
Free Wi-Fi
AED 209+
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33 South Boutique Backpackers - Cape Town
33 South Boutique Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
8.1Very Good(49)
Free Wi-Fi
AED 62+
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Saltycrax Backpackers and Surf Hostel - Cape Town
Saltycrax Backpackers and Surf Hostel
Cape Town, South Africa
7.9Good(346)
Parking
AED 178+
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Cat and Moose Backpackers - Cape Town
Cat and Moose Backpackers
City Centre
8.4Very Good(61)
Free Wi-Fi
AED 110+
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Cape Town Backpackers - Cape Town
Cape Town Backpackers
Tamboerskloof
6.7Okay(12)
Free Wi-Fi
AED 646+
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Forty8 Backpackers - Cape Town
Forty8 Backpackers
City Centre
6.7Okay(155)
Free Wi-Fi
AED 253+
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V&A Backpackers Woodstock - Cape Town - Bedroom
V&A Backpackers Woodstock
Woodstock
5.0Fair(17)
AED 129+
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Blue Eagle Backpackers - Cape Town
Blue Eagle Backpackers
Woodstock
4.4Mediocre(16)
AED 40+
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336 on Victoria Backpackers - Cape Town
336 on Victoria Backpackers
Woodstock
4.2Mediocre(4)
AED 51+
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Train Lodge - Cape Town
Train Lodge
Foreshore
5.5Fair(120)
AED 158+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Cape Town

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Cape Town with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Cape Town?

Hostels are cheapest in Cape Town in November, with average rates of AED 69/night. In comparison, June is the most expensive month, with prices at AED 333/night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Cape Town?

Monday offers the lowest rates in Cape Town, with an average nightly price of AED 60/night. The highest prices are found on Sunday, with average rates at AED 181/night.

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Average price (weeknight)

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November
June
AED 133
AED 136
Cheapest month to stay with an average 51% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 136% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Cape Town hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Cape Town, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Cape Town in March and September.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Cape Town

  • What are the best hostels near City Bowl?

    City Bowl is a popular area in Cape Town and there are many hostels closeby. Check out 91 Loop Boutique Hostel or M&B Backpackers for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of City Bowl.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Cape Town?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Cape Town is AED 149 compared to AED 977 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Cape Town?

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