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Long Street Backpackers
2 stars

Long Street Backpackers

209 Long Street, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
See location+27 214 230 615
From
C$ 18
Cheapest

rate per night

8.2
Very good
based on 1154 reviews
1,154 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 18
Double room
C$ 33

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Overview

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Adults-only Cape Town hostel in Cape Town City Centre with free parking Along with a bar/lounge, this hostel has a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a library are onsite. Long Street Backpackers offers 20 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Rating
8.2
Very good
Based on 1,154 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Long Street Backpackers

  • Adults only
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Night club
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • ATM on-site

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Car rental
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • 24hr front desk

Things to do

  • Karaoke
  • Hiking
  • Table tennis
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool table
  • Evening entertainment
  • Night club

Bathroom

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

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Trash cans

Accessibility and suitability

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Dining

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

General

  • Lockers
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Books

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Long Street Backpackers

8.2
Very good
1154 verified ratings
Wonderful
539
Very good
196
Good
185
Okay
61
Fair
62
Mediocre
32
Poor
79
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Location

209 Long Street, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Bo Kaap Museum0.4 km
  • Greenmarket Square0.4 km
  • District Six Museum0.7 km
  • Castle of Good Hope1.1 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront2.1 km
  • Green Point Stadium2.3 km
  • Old Biscuit Mill3.8 km
  • Clifton Beaches4.2 km
  • Table Mountain4.2 km
  • Camps Bay Beach4.5 km
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens7.2 km
  • Newlands Cricket Ground7.2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Long Street Backpackers

Low season

October

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 19

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 18
Cheapest month to stay with an average 2% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 3% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Long Street Backpackers

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Top tips for your stay at Long Street Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Long Street Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and February.
  • The cheapest price a room at Long Street Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 19, while the most expensive was C$ 19.
  • How long should you stay at Long Street Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

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. Bo Kaap Museum 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 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM 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 17.5 km from Cape Town Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Long Street Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Long Street Backpackers in Cape Town and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Long Street Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Long Street Backpackers.

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