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Best Cape Town hostels

Most recommended Cape Town hostels

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Villa Viva Cape Town - Cape Town - Bedroom
Villa Viva Cape Town
8.6 Very good
Tamboerskloof232 ﷼+
232 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Long Street Backpackers - Cape Town - Patio
Long Street Backpackers
8.2 Very good
City Centre196 ﷼+
196 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
A Sunflower Stop Backpackers
8.2 Very good
210 ﷼+
210 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Urban Hive Backpackers
6.6 Okay
City Centre146 ﷼+
146 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Never at Home Green Point
8.8 Very good
313 ﷼+
313 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
91 Loop Boutique Hostel
8.3 Very good
City Centre208 ﷼+
208 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Atlantic Point Backpackers
9.3 Wonderful
49 ﷼+
49 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
African Soul Surfer
7.6 Good
150 ﷼+
150 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Big Blue Backpackers
7.2 Good
150 ﷼+
150 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly

Cape Town hostels near the city center

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Wish U Were Here - Cape Town - Bedroom
Wish U Were Here
5.3 Fair
Salt River109 ﷼+
109 ﷼+
Cape Town Deco Lodge - Cape Town
Cape Town Deco Lodge
Woodstock49 ﷼+
49 ﷼+
Train Lodge
Foreshore161 ﷼+
161 ﷼+

How much is a Cape Town hostel?

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Low season

July

High season

January

Average price (weeknight)

112 ﷼

Average price (weekend night)

121 ﷼
Cheapest month to stay with an average 58% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 188% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a hostel in Cape Town

Price per night / 3-star hostel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
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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 July and June.
  • 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 Thursday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Friday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 57 days before your stay to get the best price for a Cape Town hostel.
  • The cheapest 3-star hostel in Cape Town found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was 229 ﷼, while the most expensive was 229 ﷼.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Cape Town for 3 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.

  • 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 29 ﷼ but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as 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 13 ﷼. Users have also found 3 star hotels from 13 ﷼ and 4-star plus hotels from 69 ﷼.

  • 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 29 ﷼ compared to 326 ﷼ for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Cape Town?

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