Cape Town Backpackers (South Africa) - Hostel Reviews

Also Known As:: Cape Town Backpackers South Africa

Address: 81 New Church Street | Tamboerskloof, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa

Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Cape Town > Cape Town Central > City Bowl

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Shuttle Bus service Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

Ranked #35 of 159 Speciality lodging in Cape Town Central

Price Range: £

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Cape Town Backpackers has a fantastic atmosphere and plenty of style. Its has all of the facilities you would expect from a top quality backpackers including WiFi, and internet access, café and a self-catering kitchen, a comprehensive travel desk, and a great bar to meet fellow travellers. Located in the City Bowl, close to all the main attractions, it offers affordable accommodation – from dorms to deluxe double en suite rooms – and a fun, friendly atmosphere. ... more less

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Kuruma135

Ottawa, Canada

2 reviews

“Both good and bad”

Reviewed 11 May 2013

Location: great, a little quieter than Long Street but only a few blocks away. Staff: super friendly. Private rooms: quite expensive for very basic, but old building charm. Dorms: ok - bunk beds are actual bunks, not two beds stacked, but it could have been cleaner. Kitchen: ok - hot plates suck to cook on and cooking oil not always... More

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Hi, We're really glad you liked our location and us. We do try to be super friendly, even on Sunday mornings :) To reply to your other points. You room was more expensive as you know because you decided to stay in a double room on your own not a single room. However I'm most upset and suprised by the... More

eblair80

Faversham, United Kingdom

Senior Contributor

34 reviews

25 hotel reviews

Reviews in 27 cities

21 helpful votes

“One of the best!”

We have backpacked for 2 years and this has to be one of the best hostels we have stayed in. The staff could not have been more helpful. We had a lower ground floor room with ensuite and a fantastic private garden which we sat in every evening with friends. The hostel was close to Long street but still quiet... More

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Hi, thanks for the feedback. I'll have a look at the hobs and we'll see you guys next time your in Cape Town. Thanks again CTBP More

ba346

1 review

1 helpful vote

“Comfy and affordable in a great location.”

Reviewed 9 May 2013 via mobile

I stayed here in April, at the end of the busy summer season. Enjoyed Cape Town as a whole, but it was good to have a solid base to work from. Booking on HostelWorld was easy, checking in didn't take long and found service throughout to be good. Stayed in a room with the nicest sheets I've had at any... More

Hi, thanks for the review. I'll make sure our German barman sees this, you'll make his day :) More

Tomsworld2013

“Excellent, better than a hotel”

We loved this place. It Has a good mix of people, there is always someone at the bar to chat with and party if you want. we had a super clean room, good value food and a good location. Couldn't ask for more.

Hi, thanks for reviewing us. All comments are really appreciated and the good ones mean a lot to all the team. Thank you :) More

Lacey D

Camano Island, Washington

“In love...”

Reviewed 20 April 2013

I love Cape Town Backpackers!! I originally booked for 3 days but landed up staying for 3 months! Rooms are clean, and it's close to everything you need including Long street (without actually being on Long street which means its much quieter and safer). It really has a vibe to suit anyone. If your looking for a party, the bar... More

Thanks for the review.We couldn't agree with you more :) More

DouglasBB70

Dublin, Ireland

“Place of Choice. Deadly!”

Reviewed 19 April 2013

Between Hotel and Backpackers you have both here , the staff the management are on the button for anything you need. You need to go no farther than this place, its location and closeness to the city and mountains you could not ask for more. Everything is on foot and I mean it , restaurants pubs and clubs and mountains... More

It was a pleasure having you stay! The kitchen still looks good BTW.. hopefully you'll head this way again soon. Andy More

FranJones73

Southampton, United Kingdom

“CT Back Packers - more hotel than back packers”

Reviewed 18 April 2013

Cape Town back packers is one of best central city based travelling lodges I have stayed in, throughout Africa. I stayed at the other one in central CT for a night and checked out - it was awful. I know most people like to be near the action, but when it is on top of you 24/7 then it gets... More

Thanks for the review, it's always nice when guests take the time to say good things :) looking forward to your next visit. CTBP More

woof-woof-arf

Juba, South Sudan

“Perfect Location, Great Staff!”

Reviewed 17 April 2013

Stayed for a week at Cape Town Backpackers. The staff were fantastic -- if you stay for a few days like I did, you'll have a chance to meet all sorts of cool people at the (modestly priced) bar every night. The management keeps the place reasonably quiet at night; just head down the street to any number of fantastic... More

Thanks for the review, we'll try to make sure you get your table mountain view next time! More

LuYork

“Fab rooms, bar, people & advice!!! a fantastic stay!”

Reviewed 17 April 2013 via mobile

Me & my new husband started our backpacking honeymoon here and the people who owned & ran it were fantastic! Really helpful & friendly. We stayed in a private room rather than dorms (understandably!) and we're given a lovely ensuite room with a balcony & view of table mountain :) We went on an amazing wine tour recomended by the... More

Hi, thanks for the review. The train journey wasn't to bad! Hopefully we'll see you guys again when you relive the honeymoon. Hope your enjoying married life and see you soon :) More

Declan M

“By far the best hostel I was in in South Africa...actually best hostel I've been in in the world.”

Wonderful staff, so helpful. Great rooms, whether you want a private or a dorm. Great banter in the bar every night, extremely welcoming. Also the rooms are suitably far away from the bar if you want a quiet night too. Don't know that I would have enjoyed Cape Town as much as I did had I not stayed here, really... More

Even though we may have covered it well at the time, we actually enjoyed having you stay! The hurl is still in pride of place in the bar. When we're in Dublin we'll be knocking on your door :) More

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