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Long Street Backpackers

2.0 star property
Adults-only Cape Town hostel in Cape Town City Centre with free parking

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Basic Single Room | Living area
Restaurant
Front of property
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family dining
Reviews
7.0

Good

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • BarBarBar
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
209 Long street, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Popular LocationLong Street1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCape Town International Convention Centre18 min walk
  • Popular LocationCape Town Cruise Terminal4 min drive
  • AirportCape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)21 min drive

Room options

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Single Room

Comfort Single Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Basic Twin Room

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Triple Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

Long Street Backpackers puts you in the heart of Cape Town, steps from Long Street and within a 20-minute stroll of Cape Town International Convention Centre. Highlights at this hostel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Cape Town City Centre hostel include Cape Town Stadium and Two Oceans Aquarium.
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What's nearby

  • Long Street - 1 min walk
  • Kloof Street - 4 min walk
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 18 min walk
  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 4 min drive
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Esplanade Station - 5 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 13 min walk
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Beerhouse on Long - 1 min walk
  • NomNom on Long - 1 min walk
  • Mama Africa - 1 min walk
  • Moro Gelato - 1 min walk
  • Baghdad Cafe - 1 min walk

About this property

Long Street Backpackers

Adults-only Cape Town hostel in Cape Town City Centre with free parking
As a guest of Long Street Backpackers, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Long Street Backpackers. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cape Town hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
Long Street Backpackers offers 20 accommodations with blackout curtains. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Games
  • Library
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Building
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 27 December 2023 to 26 December 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300 per vehicle

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Long Street Backpackers Hostel Cape Town
Long Street Backpackers Hostel
Long Street Backpackers Cape Town
Long Street Backpackers
Long Backpackers Cape Town
Long Street Backpackers Cape Town
Long Street Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Long Street Backpackers?

Long Street Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Long Street Backpackers?

Yep, Long Street Backpackers has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Long Street Backpackers?

The closest beach to Long Street Backpackers is Camps Bay Beach (4.4 km).

Is Long Street Backpackers family-friendly?

No, Long Street Backpackers is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Long Street Backpackers?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Long Street Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Long Street Backpackers?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Long Street Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 21 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mzukisi

Disliked: Staff & service
Double booked
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cheap spot in a good location. would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Vuyo Eric

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Anathi

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mushligal

Travelled with group
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The interior courtyard was very unique and cute; lots of plants and stringed lights. This is a good place if you want to be in a central location, and if you like socializing/partying with new people. It's not the quietest place, due mostly to the bars open late along Long Street. I stayed in January, and the room got fairly warm even with a window open (no AC or fans). The staff was friendly and helped me out with early check-in, as well as checking-out when I wasn't able to do so in-person before 12pm (I had to be out of the hostel before the office opened in the morning, and the staff were very accommodating in relocating my packed luggage to the storage room).
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wessel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding
Stay was amazing, vibrant atmosphere filled with a beautiful setting. Would stay there next time without a doubt!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff terrible. Really dirty. Bugs. SUPER NOISY. Dangerous area. STAY AWAY!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Lodewikus

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019