Long Street Backpackers

3 stars
209 Long Street, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
8.0
Very good
based on 1264 reviews
1,264 reviews
Fri 14/11
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Sat 15/11
1 room, 2 guests
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$17
/Cheapest rate per night
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Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
$17
Double room
$86
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Overview

Located on iconic Long Street in the Cape Town City Centre, Long Street Backpackers is a party hostel with convenient features such as BBQ facilities, a sun terrace, and communal social areas. We offer dormitory, single, double, and twin accommodations. All rooms have access to a shared bathroom. There is also a shared kitchen and lounge area, as well as a bar with free board games, a console, billiards, and a ping pong table. There are car hire services available within walking distance. The Company's Garden is 300 metres from Long Street Backpackers, Table Mountain is 3.8 kilometers away, and all the best of Cape Town's nightlife and culture are within walking distance. The Cape Town International Airport is 21 km away from Longstreet Backpackers.
8.0
Very good rating
Based on 1,264 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Long Street Backpackers

Fri 14/11
Sat 15/11
Standard Room
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$17
nightly with fees
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$22
nightly with fees
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$24
nightly with fees
Double room
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$86
nightly with fees
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$101
nightly with fees
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$102
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Long Street Backpackers

  • Adults only
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Night club
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Car hire

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Bicycle hire
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table
  • Night club

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • Access to health care professionals
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Hand sanitiser in guest accommodation and key areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Delivered food is securely covered

Services and conveniences

  • Car hire
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Dustbins

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Adults only
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Outdoor fireplace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Lockers
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Desk

Fitness

  • Aerobics

Reviews of Long Street Backpackers

8.0
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1264 verified ratings
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Very good
216
Good
195
Okay
69
Fair
66
Mediocre
35
Poor
90

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Location

209 Long Street, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Long Street251 m
  • Parliament of South Africa401 m
  • City Bowl0.7 km
  • Signal Hill1.4 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre1.5 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront2.1 km
  • Cape Town Stadium2.5 km
  • Table Bay4.1 km
  • Table Mountain4.2 km
  • Clifton4.3 km
  • University of Cape Town5.5 km
  • Canal Walk9.4 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at Long Street Backpackers

  • Where is Long Street Backpackers located?

    Long Street Backpackers is located at 209 Long Street in City Centre, 2.5 km from the centre of Cape Town. Long Street is the closest landmark to Long Street Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Long Street Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Long Street Backpackers.

  • Does Long Street Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Long Street Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Long Street Backpackers from the airport?

    Long Street Backpackers is 18 km from Cape Town Intl.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.5
2.5 km
Cape Town Intl
18.0 km

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