Cape Town hostels

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Best Cape Town hostels

These are the best prices for Jul 25 - Aug 1.
91 Loop Boutique Hostel - Cape Town - Restaurant
91 Loop Boutique Hostel
City Centre
8.2Very good(3159)
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
190 ﷼+
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Homebase Cape Town Backpackers - Cape Town - Bedroom
Homebase Cape Town Backpackers
City Centre
8.0Very good(268)
Free Wi-Fi
59 ﷼+
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Never at Home Green Point - Cape Town
Never at Home Green Point
Cape Town, South Africa
8.8Very good(1733)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
266 ﷼+
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Urban Hive Backpackers - Cape Town - Balcony
Urban Hive Backpackers
City Centre
7.3Good(1160)
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
141 ﷼+
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Riverlodge Backpackers - Cape Town - Restaurant
Riverlodge Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
6.7Okay(152)
148 ﷼+
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Never at Home Kloof Street - Cape Town - Bedroom
Never at Home Kloof Street
Gardens
8.6Very good(319)
Free Wi-Fi
230 ﷼+
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Zebra Crossing Backpackers - Cape Town - Bedroom
Zebra Crossing Backpackers
Tamboerskloof
8.4Very good(413)
Free Wi-Fi
172 ﷼+
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M&B Backpackers - Cape Town
M&B Backpackers
Schotsche Kloof
5.3Fair(101)
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
118 ﷼+
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Sweetstay - Cape Town - Balcony
Sweetstay
Gardens
8.3Very good(93)
320 ﷼+
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Villa Viva Cape Town - Cape Town
Villa Viva Cape Town
Tamboerskloof
8.5Very good(1979)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
229 ﷼+
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Big Blue Backpackers - Cape Town
Big Blue Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
6.9Okay(1249)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
192 ﷼+
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Saltycrax Backpackers and Surf Hostel - Cape Town
Saltycrax Backpackers and Surf Hostel
Cape Town, South Africa
8.1Very good(358)
Parking
166 ﷼+
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33 South Backpackers - Cape Town
33 South Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
8.1Very good(47)
Free Wi-Fi
63 ﷼+
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Cat and Moose Backpackers - Cape Town
Cat and Moose Backpackers
City Centre
8.4Very good(61)
Free Wi-Fi
111 ﷼+
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Cape Town Backpackers - Cape Town
Cape Town Backpackers
Tamboerskloof
6.7Okay(12)
Free Wi-Fi
650 ﷼+
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Forty 8 Backpackers Hotel - Cape Town
Forty 8 Backpackers Hotel
City Centre
6.7Okay(154)
Free Wi-Fi
255 ﷼+
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Sunset Beach Backpackers - Cape Town
Sunset Beach Backpackers
Cape Town, South Africa
4.9Mediocre(61)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
122 ﷼+
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Cape Town hostels near the city center

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Biscuit Mill Woodstock Backpackers - Cape Town
Biscuit Mill Woodstock Backpackers
Woodstock
5.7Fair(9)
52 ﷼+
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Train Lodge - Cape Town
Train Lodge
Foreshore
5.4Fair(118)
159 ﷼+
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Cape Town Deco Lodge - Cape Town
Cape Town Deco Lodge
Woodstock
7.1Good(33)
48 ﷼+
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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?

Based on hostel prices in Cape Town found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cape Town is September, with an average nightly rate of 55 ﷼. The most expensive month is June at 170 ﷼ per night.

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

Thursday offers the lowest rates in Cape Town, with an average nightly price of 70 ﷼/night. The highest prices are found on Wednesday, with average rates at 155 ﷼/night.

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How much is a Cape Town hostel?

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

April
August
131 ﷼
123 ﷼
Cheapest month to stay with an average 41% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 325% 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

  • 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 Camps Bay Beach?

    Camps Bay Beach is a popular area in Cape Town and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Ds Backpackers Hostel or Bantry Bay Guesthouse for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Camps Bay Beach.

  • 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 154 ﷼ compared to 966 ﷼ 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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