Cape Town hostels
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Best Cape Town hostels
Most recommended Cape Town hostels
Villa Viva Hostel
TamboerskloofAED 159+
AED 159+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Long Street Backpackers
City CentreAED 103+
AED 103+
Free Wi-Fi
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens
GardensAED 173+
AED 173+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
A Sunflower Stop Backpackers
AED 110+
AED 110+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Urban Hive Backpackers
City CentreAED 131+
AED 131+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Homebase Cape Town Backpackers
City CentreAED 59+
AED 59+
Free Wi-Fi
Atlantic Point Backpackers
AED 48+
AED 48+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Never at Home Green Point
AED 213+
AED 213+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
91 Loop
City CentreAED 154+
AED 154+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Green Elephant Backpackers
AED 99+
AED 99+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
AED 125+
Parking
Cat and Moose Backpackers Lodge
City CentreAED 110+
AED 110+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Forty8 Backpackers - Hostel
City CentreAED 133+
AED 133+
Free Wi-Fi
African Soul Surfer
AED 121+
AED 121+
Free Wi-Fi
33 South Backpackers
AED 62+
AED 62+
Free Wi-Fi
Big Blue Backpackers
AED 136+
AED 136+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Cape Town hostels near the city centre
Cape Town Deco Lodge
WoodstockAED 48+
AED 48+
Train Lodge
ForeshoreAED 158+
AED 158+
How much is a Cape Town hostel?
Here are our most popular & best value hostels2 stars and below
3 stars
Good to know
Low season | September |
|---|---|
High season | November |
Average price (weeknight) | AED 88 |
Average price (weekend night) | AED 75 |
When to book a hostel in Cape Town
Price per night / 3-star hostel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
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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 September and February.
- Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Cape Town if you stay on a Monday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Tuesday.
- If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 29 days before your stay to get the best price for a Cape Town hostel.
- Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Cape Town for 2 days.
FAQs when booking a hostel in Cape Town
What are the best hostels near Cape Town International Convention Centre?
Cape Town International Convention Centre is a popular area in Cape Town and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Long Street Backpackers or Urban Hive Backpackers for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Cape Town International Convention Centre.
How much does a hostel cost in Cape Town?
Hostel prices in Cape Town can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a hostel in Cape Town is AED 17 but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as AED 10 in the last 3 days.
How much is a hostel in Cape Town for this weekend?
In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Cape Town hostel for this weekend for as low as AED 12. Users have also found 3 star hotels from AED 12 and 4-star plus hotels from AED 65.
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 17 compared to AED 191 for a night in a hotel.
Where to find the best hostels in Cape Town?
Our map will help you find the perfect hostel in Cape Town by showing you the exact location of each hostel
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