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Travel insights for hostels in Cape Town

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How much is a hostel in Cape Town tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cape Town tonight starting as low as £7, rising to an average cost of £20, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £16 for a 4-star hostel in Cape Town for tonight.

How much is a Cape Town hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Cape Town this weekend for as little as £8/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £8/night. For a 4-star hostel in Cape Town, the cheapest rate recently found was £16/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cape Town?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 72 days before your trip to Cape Town. The lowest price found when booking 72 days ahead was £8 per night.
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Cheapest hostels in Cape Town, South Africa

Discover affordable stays in Cape Town that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cape Town can be found for as low as £9 per night. There is currently one property in Cape Town that can be booked for this price. Long Street Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Cape Town we've come across for the dates selected. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
Long Street Backpackers
Long Street Backpackers

Long Street Backpackers

209 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£9
Avg. per night
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91 Loop Boutique Hostel
91 Loop Boutique Hostel

91 Loop Boutique Hostel

91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£11
Avg. per night
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A Sunflower Stop Backpackers
A Sunflower Stop Backpackers

A Sunflower Stop Backpackers

179 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£12
Avg. per night
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Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens

Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens

11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£13
Avg. per night
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Never at Home Green Point
Never at Home Green Point

Never at Home Green Point

107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£13
Avg. per night
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Riverlodge Backpackers
Riverlodge Backpackers

Riverlodge Backpackers

Oude Molen Eco Village Alexandra Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.8 mi from city centre
Airport shuttle
£21
Avg. per night
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Saltycrax Backpackers and Surf Hostel
Saltycrax Backpackers and Surf Hostel

Saltycrax Backpackers and Surf Hostel

20 Briza Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
7.7 mi from city centre
Parking
£24
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Cape Town

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in Cape Town. There are 11,595 properties in Cape Town and price data was last updated on 25 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cape Town is .
Melkbos Beach Cottage
Melkbos Beach Cottage

Melkbos Beach Cottage

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
16.1 mi from city centre
£55
Avg. per night
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Blackheath Lodge
Blackheath Lodge

Blackheath Lodge

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.9 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£123
Avg. per night
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City Lodge Hotel V&A Waterfront
City Lodge Hotel V&A Waterfront

City Lodge Hotel V&A Waterfront

Cnr Dock And Alfred Roads, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£81
Avg. per night
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The Hyde All Suite Hotel
The Hyde All Suite Hotel

The Hyde All Suite Hotel

13 London Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£64
Avg. per night
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Zest Boutique Hotel
Zest Boutique Hotel

Zest Boutique Hotel

2 Braemar Road, Green Point, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£112
Avg. per night
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Surferscorner Self Catering Apartments
Surferscorner Self Catering Apartments

Surferscorner Self Catering Apartments

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
12.6 mi from city centre
£55
Avg. per night
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Extraordinary Family Retreat at Lobster Villa
Extraordinary Family Retreat at Lobster Villa

Extraordinary Family Retreat at Lobster Villa

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4.5 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£552
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Cape Town

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Cape Town to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 25 July 2025.
Use the map to find hostels in Cape Town that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. Clicking on a hostel name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

Facts about staying in Cape Town

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cape Town to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 25 July 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?

    The average price for a hostel in Cape Town is £22/night. A good hostel deal in Cape Town would be for £22/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £8/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in March, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in April is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cape Town.

  • What’s the best hostel in Cape Town?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Cape Town, Never at Home Green Point is currently the best, based on 1,570 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.6/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    91 Loop Boutique Hostel is 11.2 mi away from Cape Town Intl Airport, making it the closest Cape Town hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What area of Cape Town is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Cape Town, 2% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in City Centre in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. 91 Loop Boutique Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Cape Town closest to South African Astronomical Observatory?

    The most popular hostel in Cape Town that’s close to South African Astronomical Observatory is 91 Loop Boutique Hostel. Just 3.5 mi separate 91 Loop Boutique Hostel from South African Astronomical Observatory, the city’s most popular attraction. 2,747 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the 91 Loop Boutique Hostel a score of 8.1/10.

  • Should I stay in a Cape Town hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Cape Town on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Cape Town offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

  • Does Cape Town have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    4 hostels in Cape Town currently have “Pool” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Never at Home Green Point, which is the most popular hostel in Cape Town with this amenity.

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