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Hotel Description

Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens puts you in the center of Cape Town, 0.4 km (0.3 mi) from Kloof Street and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Two Oceans Aquarium. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and a bar/lounge.

The café, Kumasi Cafe, is open for breakfast and lunch. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a snack bar/deli, and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle.

With a stay at this Cape Town City Centre hostel, you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Cape Town Stadium and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Camps Bay Beach.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$70* Per night/room 1 May - 2 May

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 people)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed.Singular Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 people)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed.Singular Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 people)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed.Singular Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

About the Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens

Location 11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape 8001

Property Features

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens. This Cape Town hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1866
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Transport

  • Train station: Cape Town Station (2.1 km / 1.3 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle

Room Amenities

Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens offers 21 accommodations with safes. This Cape Town hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Safe
  • Heating

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Kumasi Cafe - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Happy hour is offered.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 5:00 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately ZAR 85 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 330 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Ashanti Backpackers Gardens
  • Ashanti Backpackers Gardens Cape Town
  • Ashanti Backpackers Lodge
  • Ashanti Gardens Backpackers
  • Ashanti Lodge Backpackers
  • Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens
  • Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens Cape Town
  • Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens Cape Town

You should know

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.