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Hotel Description

Urban Hive 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 Victorian hostel include free in-room WiFi.

The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a microwave in a common area. There's also free parking nearby, along with 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.

6 Sleeper Female Dorm

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max
NZ$22* Per night/room 1 Apr. - 2 Apr.

Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Single Room

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Triple Room, Mixed Dorm

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed.Singular Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

6 Sleeper Dorm

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

9 Sleeper Dorm

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 9 Max

Urban Hive Backpackers ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
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Room cleanliness 3.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Urban Hive Backpackers

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 14 Jan. 2024

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Property Features

As a guest of Urban Hive Backpackers, you'll find a library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. 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. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Urban Hive Backpackers. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Cape Town hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Train station: Cape Town Station (1.4 km / 0.9 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle

Room Amenities

Urban Hive Backpackers offers 26 accommodations with safes. This Cape Town hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • Communal kitchen access
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Safe

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 1 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Urban Hive Backpackers offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are 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
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 72 hours
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are 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 used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are not 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 not has not 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Towels fee: ZAR 100 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 200 per vehicle (one way)
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee

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

Hotel Names

  • Urban Hive Backpackers Hostel Cape Town
  • Urban Hive Backpackers Hostel
  • Urban Hive Backpackers Cape Town
  • Urban Hive Backpackers Cape Town
  • Urban Hive Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
  • Urban Hive Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town
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*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.