Cape Town hostels

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Best Cape Town hostels

Most recommended Cape Town hostels

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Villa Viva Hostel - Cape Town - Pool
Villa Viva Hostel
8.6 Very Good
Tamboerskloof$64+
$64+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Long Street Backpackers - Cape Town - Building
Long Street Backpackers
7.8 Good
City Centre$51+
$51+
Free Wi-Fi
Urban Hive Backpackers
7.6 Good
City Centre$46+
$46+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
91 Loop
8.4 Very Good
City Centre$66+
$66+
Free Wi-Fi
$59+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly

Cape Town hostels near the city centre

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Cape Town Deco Lodge - Cape Town
$21+
Train Lodge - Cape Town
Train Lodge
Foreshore$71+
$71+

How much is a Cape Town hostel?

Here are our most popular & best value hostels

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Good to know

Low season

September

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

$42

Average price (weekend night)

$53
Cheapest month to stay with an average 57% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 30% 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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Average nightly price

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 September and November.
  • 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 Monday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Tuesday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 90 days before your stay to get the best price for a Cape Town hostel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Cape Town for 100 days.

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Where to find the best hostels in Cape Town?

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