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title: "The Backpack Hostel, Cape Town: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Backpack Hostel in Cape Town: rated 9.2 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/the-backpack-hostel-cape-town/
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retrieved: 2026-10-13
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Guesthouse · ★★★
# The Backpack Hostel

Tamboerskloof, Cape Town, South Africa

9.2 ·  Excellent 47 reviews ·  #63 #63 of 344 in Cape Town ·  7.7 Location score
## About The Backpack Hostel

The Backpack Hostel is a guesthouse in Tamboerskloof, Cape Town, South Africa. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 9.2 out of 10 across 47 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, free breakfast, bar, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.1 km from the centre of Cape Town. The nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), is 19 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 33

- **Floors:** 1

- **Last renovated:** 2014

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 46

74 New Church Street

## How The Backpack Hostel scores

Better rated than 85% of hotels in Cape Town

-   Guest rating **9.2**
-   Location **7.7**
-   Facilities **5.8**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **1.5**
-   Beach access **1.6**
-   Public transport **2.8**

Cape Town average

## Amenities

Swimming poolFree breakfastBarFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool

### Food & drink

-   Free breakfast
-   Bar

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Shuttle
-   Car hire
-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Kitchen
-   In-room safe

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.7**/10

- **Walk grade:** **96**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **136**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **30**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Broken Baths Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Cape Town Station Deck</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">24 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Cape Town International Airport (CPT)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">19 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">42 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Cape Town</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Museum of Illusions Cape Town220 m
-   Iziko South African Museum430 m
-   Iziko Planetarium & Digital Dome470 m
-   South African Museum and Planetarium470 m
-   Bertram House470 m
-   Cape Town Museum480 m

## The Backpack Hostel: in detail

The Backpack Hostel offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hotel. Should you require transportation to or from the airport, hotel is able to organize it prior to your arrival date. Taxi, car hire and shuttle offerings at the hotel simplify arranging your excursions, explorations, and additional activities in Cape Town. Visitors can take advantage of complimentary parking directly at the hotel. Reception services such as concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes are available to accommodate your requirements. Securing top-notch tickets and snagging sought-after dining reservations become effortless, thanks to the hotel's ticket service and tours. Relax and feel the warmth in the hotel's inviting lobby, featuring an enchanting on-site fireplace. Traveling with minimal baggage is achievable at The Backpack Hostel, as the hotel's dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your garments stay fresh. Room amenities feature daily housekeeping, allowing you to unwind and make the most of your visit. Smoking is limited to specified smoking zones. Begin your holiday on a high note. At The Backpack Hostel, your mornings are greeted with a delightful, free breakfast. Experience the delight of a fresh morning by savoring excellent coffee at the cafe situated within hotel. Experience an unforgettable evening with your fellow travelers just a short distance away, at hotel's bar. Throughout the day and evening, grab a bite to eat from hotel's self-service vending machines whenever you please. Visitors who enjoy preparing their own culinary delights will appreciate the presence of an on-site BBQ facilities and shared kitchen at this location. The Backpack Hostel provides a superb assortment of leisure amenities for guests to enjoy. Make certain to allocate time for discovering the shoreline, easily reachable right from the hotel. Each day at hotel, immerse yourself in the invigorating waters of the pool, perfect for a rejuvenating plunge or a series of revitalizing laps.

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## Questions about The Backpack Hostel

### How do guests rate The Backpack Hostel?

The Backpack Hostel has a guest rating of 9.2 out of 10 from 47 reviews, which is better than 85% of rated hotels in Cape Town.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Backpack Hostel?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does The Backpack Hostel include breakfast?

The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.

### Does The Backpack Hostel have a pool?

Yes, The Backpack Hostel has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at The Backpack Hostel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is The Backpack Hostel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), is 19 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Backpack Hostel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.5 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The Backpack Hostel have?

The Backpack Hostel has 33 rooms on 1 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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