Top Hostels in Cape Town
Never At Home Green Point
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 3.70 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Outdoor swimming pool
Aside from an air conditioner, the rooms have free Wi-Fi for a more enjoyable stay.
Never At Home Green Point
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 3.70 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Outdoor swimming pool
Never At Home Green Point
Aside from an air conditioner, the rooms have free Wi-Fi for a more enjoyable stay.
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Best-rated
The Big - Luxury Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Bo-Kaap Museum is just 1.6 km from the hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include the Christopher Moller Art Gallery, which is 2.2 km away. The Big - Luxury Backpackers hostel is around 30 minutes on foot from the public Nobel Square.
Located merely 1.7 km from this accommodation, St George's Anglican Cathedral is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Offering storage, the rooms come with media amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi to enhance your stay.
The Big - Luxury Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Big - Luxury Backpackers
The Bo-Kaap Museum is just 1.6 km from the hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include the Christopher Moller Art Gallery, which is 2.2 km away. The Big - Luxury Backpackers hostel is around 30 minutes on foot from the public Nobel Square.
Located merely 1.7 km from this accommodation, St George's Anglican Cathedral is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Offering storage, the rooms come with media amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi to enhance your stay.
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Popular choice
91 Loop Boutique Hostel
- Restaurant
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Welcome drink
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
The historical Greenmarket Square is 250 m from the designer hostel, and natural sites like Signal Hill Mountain are 2.3 km away. The modern 91 Loop Boutique hostel is just moments from the Bo-Kaap Museum.
The property is perfectly located merely a 7-minute stroll from the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village.
All guest rooms at the accommodation come with a view of the courtyard, and some rooms also feature extra long beds.
91 Loop Boutique Hostel
- Restaurant
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Welcome drink
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
91 Loop Boutique Hostel
The historical Greenmarket Square is 250 m from the designer hostel, and natural sites like Signal Hill Mountain are 2.3 km away. The modern 91 Loop Boutique hostel is just moments from the Bo-Kaap Museum.
The property is perfectly located merely a 7-minute stroll from the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village.
All guest rooms at the accommodation come with a view of the courtyard, and some rooms also feature extra long beds.
Cheap Hostels in Cape Town
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Guest favorite
Villa Viva Cape Town
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
Found approximately 10 minutes' drive from the Military Rd. Signal Hill, the hostel is about 5 minutes by car from worship locations like St George's Anglican Cathedral. Viva Cape Town hostel is located 2.4 km from the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa.
Families can have quality time by visiting the Two Oceans Aquarium, which is around 25 minutes' walk away.
Villa Viva Cape Town
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
Villa Viva Cape Town
Found approximately 10 minutes' drive from the Military Rd. Signal Hill, the hostel is about 5 minutes by car from worship locations like St George's Anglican Cathedral. Viva Cape Town hostel is located 2.4 km from the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa.
Families can have quality time by visiting the Two Oceans Aquarium, which is around 25 minutes' walk away.
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Beach access
Long Street Backpackers (Adults Only)
- BBQ facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Cape Town hostel is 2.2 km from the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa and just 0.6 km from such cultural venues as the South African National Gallery. Water Cherub Pond is 550 metres from Long Street Backpackers hostel, while Lion's Head Mountain is about 10 minutes away by car.
This Cape Town accommodation is also nestled in Cape Town CBD, which is a port city on South Africa's southwest coast, on a peninsula beneath the imposing Table Mountain, where guests will find attractions, such as the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village, which is approximately 700 metres away.
Long Street Backpackers (Adults Only)
- BBQ facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Long Street Backpackers (Adults Only)
The Cape Town hostel is 2.2 km from the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa and just 0.6 km from such cultural venues as the South African National Gallery. Water Cherub Pond is 550 metres from Long Street Backpackers hostel, while Lion's Head Mountain is about 10 minutes away by car.
This Cape Town accommodation is also nestled in Cape Town CBD, which is a port city on South Africa's southwest coast, on a peninsula beneath the imposing Table Mountain, where guests will find attractions, such as the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village, which is approximately 700 metres away.
A Sunflower Stop Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The hostel boasts a picturesque location around 5 minutes by car from the V&A Waterfront, 2.3 km from shopping opportunities such as the Cape Town International Convention Centre. Positioned 2.1 km from A Sunflower Stop Backpackers hostel, Sea Point Pavillion & Swimming Pools provides the finest rejuvenation options.
The Green & Sea Point Hebrew Congregation Orthodox Synagogue, a prominent religious site, is in proximity to the accommodation.
Some of the private bathrooms at the 23-room A Sunflower Stop Backpackers hostel are appointed with a shower to enhance guests' comfort.
A Sunflower Stop Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
A Sunflower Stop Backpackers
The hostel boasts a picturesque location around 5 minutes by car from the V&A Waterfront, 2.3 km from shopping opportunities such as the Cape Town International Convention Centre. Positioned 2.1 km from A Sunflower Stop Backpackers hostel, Sea Point Pavillion & Swimming Pools provides the finest rejuvenation options.
The Green & Sea Point Hebrew Congregation Orthodox Synagogue, a prominent religious site, is in proximity to the accommodation.
Some of the private bathrooms at the 23-room A Sunflower Stop Backpackers hostel are appointed with a shower to enhance guests' comfort.
Youth Hostels in Cape Town
Zebra Crossing Backpacker
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 3.08 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Garden area
The hostel boasts a prime location about a 10-minute ride from sports attractions such as the R4.5-billion Cape Town Stadium and provides easy access to the Christopher Moller Art Gallery, which is just 5 minutes' walk away. Also, Zebra Crossing Backpacker hostel is 2.1 km from such natural sights as the prominent Lion's Head Mountain.
Among the notable religious landmarks close by is the metropolitical church "St George's Cathedral", situated within reach of this accommodation.
Zebra Crossing Backpacker
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 3.08 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Garden area
Zebra Crossing Backpacker
The hostel boasts a prime location about a 10-minute ride from sports attractions such as the R4.5-billion Cape Town Stadium and provides easy access to the Christopher Moller Art Gallery, which is just 5 minutes' walk away. Also, Zebra Crossing Backpacker hostel is 2.1 km from such natural sights as the prominent Lion's Head Mountain.
Among the notable religious landmarks close by is the metropolitical church "St George's Cathedral", situated within reach of this accommodation.
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Beach access
Sweetstay - Kloof Street
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
This hostel is just 1.4 km from the cobbled Greenmarket Square and 1.6 km from such cultural venues as the Koopmans-de Wet House. The Bo-Kaap Museum is not far from the Cape Town property.
In proximity to Sweetstay - Kloof Street hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the De Waal Park, which is 13 minutes' walk away.
Each room is furnished with a wardrobe and features a sunbathing terrace.
Sweetstay - Kloof Street
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Sweetstay - Kloof Street
This hostel is just 1.4 km from the cobbled Greenmarket Square and 1.6 km from such cultural venues as the Koopmans-de Wet House. The Bo-Kaap Museum is not far from the Cape Town property.
In proximity to Sweetstay - Kloof Street hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the De Waal Park, which is 13 minutes' walk away.
Each room is furnished with a wardrobe and features a sunbathing terrace.
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Two Oceans Aquarium is within reach of the Cape Town hostel, while the Oranjezicht City Farm is 1.4 km away. Also, Ashanti Lodge Backpackers hostel is 10 minutes' drive from such natural sights as the prominent Lion's Head Mountain.
This Cape Town property offers proximity to the four-screen Labia Theatre, located about 500 metres away.
Certain rooms at Ashanti Lodge Backpackers hostel come with a personal safe, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as coffee/tea making equipment for self-catering purposes.
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers
The Two Oceans Aquarium is within reach of the Cape Town hostel, while the Oranjezicht City Farm is 1.4 km away. Also, Ashanti Lodge Backpackers hostel is 10 minutes' drive from such natural sights as the prominent Lion's Head Mountain.
This Cape Town property offers proximity to the four-screen Labia Theatre, located about 500 metres away.
Certain rooms at Ashanti Lodge Backpackers hostel come with a personal safe, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as coffee/tea making equipment for self-catering purposes.
Hostels in Downtown Cape Town
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Great deal
Green Elephant Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Plunge pool
The budget hostel is nestled in Observatory with an alternative, bohemian vibe, a few moments from Streetopia. There is the Old Biscuit Mill 2.1 km from the Cape Town property.
Also, Green Elephant Backpackers hostel is in the vicinity of Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum.
Green Elephant Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Plunge pool
Green Elephant Backpackers
The budget hostel is nestled in Observatory with an alternative, bohemian vibe, a few moments from Streetopia. There is the Old Biscuit Mill 2.1 km from the Cape Town property.
Also, Green Elephant Backpackers hostel is in the vicinity of Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum.
Soul Fam Hostel - Lgbtq Inclusive
- BBQ facilities
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The cobbled Greenmarket Square welcomes shopping lovers 15 minutes' walk away, while Portside Shopping Centre is just around the corner from the comfortable hostel. There is the metropolitical church "St George's Cathedral" just 1.1 km from this Cape Town property.
Soul Fam Hostel - Lgbtq Inclusive offers proximity to the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village, located about 500 metres away.
Soul Fam Hostel - Lgbtq Inclusive
- BBQ facilities
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Soul Fam Hostel - Lgbtq Inclusive
The cobbled Greenmarket Square welcomes shopping lovers 15 minutes' walk away, while Portside Shopping Centre is just around the corner from the comfortable hostel. There is the metropolitical church "St George's Cathedral" just 1.1 km from this Cape Town property.
Soul Fam Hostel - Lgbtq Inclusive offers proximity to the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village, located about 500 metres away.
Foools Inn - Trendy Rooms Available In The Heart Of Sea Point!
- Restaurant
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Guests of the Cape Town hostel can discover the 220-sq-km Table Mountain National Park, located approximately a 10-minute drive away, or visit sports venues like the R4.5 - billion Cape Town Stadium, which is approximately a 15-minute drive away. Sea Point Pavillion & Swimming Pools, known for its superior rejuvenation services, is within reach of the property.
St George's Anglican Cathedral, a prominent religious site, is 3.4 km from the hostel.
Foools Inn - Trendy Rooms Available In The Heart Of Sea Point!
- Restaurant
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Foools Inn - Trendy Rooms Available In The Heart Of Sea Point!
Guests of the Cape Town hostel can discover the 220-sq-km Table Mountain National Park, located approximately a 10-minute drive away, or visit sports venues like the R4.5 - billion Cape Town Stadium, which is approximately a 15-minute drive away. Sea Point Pavillion & Swimming Pools, known for its superior rejuvenation services, is within reach of the property.
St George's Anglican Cathedral, a prominent religious site, is 3.4 km from the hostel.
Hostels in Cape Town with Car Parking
Urban Hive Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
The heritage hostel is a 16-minute walk from Lower Molteno Reservoir and about a 25-minute walk from the R4.5-billion Cape Town Stadium. The Slave Lodge Museum can be reached a short way from the hostel.
For guests who enjoy visiting historical places, Urban Hive Backpackers hostel offers proximity to the bastion fort "Castle of Good Hope", which is 1.8 km away.
Urban Hive Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
Urban Hive Backpackers
The heritage hostel is a 16-minute walk from Lower Molteno Reservoir and about a 25-minute walk from the R4.5-billion Cape Town Stadium. The Slave Lodge Museum can be reached a short way from the hostel.
For guests who enjoy visiting historical places, Urban Hive Backpackers hostel offers proximity to the bastion fort "Castle of Good Hope", which is 1.8 km away.
Serenity Shores Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fireplace
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Garden area
Guests of the comfortable hostel can discover Big Bay Blouberg, located 3.4 km away, or visit sports venues like Killarney Race Circuit, which is 4.5 km away. The Rietvlei can be reached within a 10-minute drive of the hostel.
Serenity Shores Backpackers hostel boasts location in proximity to the beach.
Serenity Shores Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fireplace
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Garden area
Serenity Shores Backpackers
Guests of the comfortable hostel can discover Big Bay Blouberg, located 3.4 km away, or visit sports venues like Killarney Race Circuit, which is 4.5 km away. The Rietvlei can be reached within a 10-minute drive of the hostel.
Serenity Shores Backpackers hostel boasts location in proximity to the beach.
House On The Hill
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Terrace
The V&A Waterfront is approximately 5 minutes by car from the hostel, while the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa is about a 20-minute walk away. Positioned within a few blocks of House On The Hill hostel, the Spa at The One&Only Cape Town provides the finest rejuvenation options.
The R4.5-billion Cape Town Stadium is just 650 metres away, and the long-running Cape Town Comedy Club, available to diversify your stay, is just 1.4 km away.
House On The Hill
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Terrace
House On The Hill
The V&A Waterfront is approximately 5 minutes by car from the hostel, while the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa is about a 20-minute walk away. Positioned within a few blocks of House On The Hill hostel, the Spa at The One&Only Cape Town provides the finest rejuvenation options.
The R4.5-billion Cape Town Stadium is just 650 metres away, and the long-running Cape Town Comedy Club, available to diversify your stay, is just 1.4 km away.
Cape Town Hostels with Private Rooms
Kimberly Backpacker Hotel
- BBQ facilities
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
The cobbled Greenmarket Square welcomes shopping lovers 13 minutes' walk away, while Fugard Theatre is fairly close to the Cape Town hostel. The Christopher Moller Art Gallery is just 1.7 km from the Cape Town property.
Kimberley Backpackers hostel is located only steps away from District Six Memorial Museum.
Kimberly Backpacker Hotel
- BBQ facilities
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
Kimberly Backpacker Hotel
The cobbled Greenmarket Square welcomes shopping lovers 13 minutes' walk away, while Fugard Theatre is fairly close to the Cape Town hostel. The Christopher Moller Art Gallery is just 1.7 km from the Cape Town property.
Kimberley Backpackers hostel is located only steps away from District Six Memorial Museum.
Big Blue Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Outdoor swimming pool
Found just 1.3 km from the V&A Waterfront, the hostel is 2.2 km from worship locations like the metropolitical church "St George's Cathedral". Big Blue Backpackers hostel is approximately 25 minutes' walk from the Blue Train Park.
Guests can relax at the Spa at The One&Only Cape Town, located in the vicinity of this accommodation.
Big Blue Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Outdoor swimming pool
Big Blue Backpackers
Found just 1.3 km from the V&A Waterfront, the hostel is 2.2 km from worship locations like the metropolitical church "St George's Cathedral". Big Blue Backpackers hostel is approximately 25 minutes' walk from the Blue Train Park.
Guests can relax at the Spa at The One&Only Cape Town, located in the vicinity of this accommodation.
Table Mountain Inn
- Shared kitchen
- Free shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Billiard tables
- Terrace
Located 2.1 km from the R4.5-billion Cape Town Stadium, the Cape Town hostel is 2.9 km from the Two Oceans Aquarium. The public Nobel Square is 25 minutes on foot from the Cape Town property.
Guests will find the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village, which is around 500 metres away.
Table Mountain Inn
- Shared kitchen
- Free shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Billiard tables
- Terrace
Table Mountain Inn
Located 2.1 km from the R4.5-billion Cape Town Stadium, the Cape Town hostel is 2.9 km from the Two Oceans Aquarium. The public Nobel Square is 25 minutes on foot from the Cape Town property.
Guests will find the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village, which is around 500 metres away.
Family Hostels in Cape Town
Motown By Mojo
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Woolworths Piazza St John is a mere 5 minutes on foot from the hostel, and natural sites like the De Waal Park are approximately 3 km away. Positioned not far from Motown By Mojo hostel, Sea Point Pavillion & Swimming Pools provides the finest rejuvenation options.
St George's Anglican Cathedral is nearly a 10-minute drive from the accommodation.
Motown By Mojo
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Motown By Mojo
The Woolworths Piazza St John is a mere 5 minutes on foot from the hostel, and natural sites like the De Waal Park are approximately 3 km away. Positioned not far from Motown By Mojo hostel, Sea Point Pavillion & Swimming Pools provides the finest rejuvenation options.
St George's Anglican Cathedral is nearly a 10-minute drive from the accommodation.
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Beach access
Surfhostel Cape Town
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The hostel boasts a beachfront location within 25 minutes' walk of SANCCOB Western Cape, about 10 minutes by car from shopping opportunities such as the indoor Bayside Mall. Also, the 6-room Surfhostel Cape Town hostel is 2.7 km from such natural sights as the 663-hectare Rietvlei Nature Reserve.
The Cape Town accommodation invites sports fans to visit Killarney Race Circuit, which is nearly 15 minutes away by car.
Some rooms include a sitting area and a dining area, and self-catering options such as coffee and tea making facilities. Apart from entertainment options like a multi-channel television, guests may also make use of a writing desk.
Surfhostel Cape Town
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Surfhostel Cape Town
The hostel boasts a beachfront location within 25 minutes' walk of SANCCOB Western Cape, about 10 minutes by car from shopping opportunities such as the indoor Bayside Mall. Also, the 6-room Surfhostel Cape Town hostel is 2.7 km from such natural sights as the 663-hectare Rietvlei Nature Reserve.
The Cape Town accommodation invites sports fans to visit Killarney Race Circuit, which is nearly 15 minutes away by car.
Some rooms include a sitting area and a dining area, and self-catering options such as coffee and tea making facilities. Apart from entertainment options like a multi-channel television, guests may also make use of a writing desk.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Cape Town, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Never At Home Green Point |
8.8 / 10 (1119 Reviews) |
From 13$ | |
| The Big - Luxury Backpackers |
9.2 / 10 (941 Reviews) |
From 31$ | |
| 91 Loop Boutique Hostel |
8.2 / 10 (2908 Reviews) |
From 15$ | |
| Villa Viva Cape Town |
8.5 / 10 (1547 Reviews) |
From 18$ | |
| Long Street Backpackers (Adults Only) |
8.2 / 10 (1191 Reviews) |
From 10$ |