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Cape Town, South Africa
Nov 27 — Nov 282
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Tips for booking hostels in Cape Town

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Cape Town. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on November 20, 2024.
Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:January
Average price in Cape Town:$28/night
Cheapest price found:$9/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Thursday
$9 - $59
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$12 - $73
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hostels in Cape Town, South Africa

Discover affordable stays in Cape Town that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cape Town can be found for as low as $11 per night. There is currently one property in Cape Town that can be booked for this price. Green Elephant Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cape Town. Price data was last updated on November 20, 2024
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Cape Town we've come across for the dates selected. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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57 Milton Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$11
Avg. per night
209 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$12
Avg. per night
10 Dageraad Street, Jeffrey’s Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$12
Avg. per night
208 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$16
Avg. per night
91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$16
Avg. per night
179 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$21
Avg. per night
11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
Avg. per night
107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
Avg. per night
74 New Church Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$24
Avg. per night
Oude Molen Eco Village Alexandra Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.8 mi from city centre
Airport shuttle
$28
Avg. per night
20 Briza Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
7.7 mi from city centre
Parking
$29
Avg. per night
445 Albert Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$29
Avg. per night
16 St Johns Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$33
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Cape Town

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Cape Town to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Cape Town at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on November 20, 2024.
An overview of the average price of hostels by hostel class in the Cape Town. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Cape Town.
3 stars
445 Albert Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2 stars and under
91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
74 New Church Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
209 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Other accommodations in Cape Town

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Cape Town. There are 9,594 properties in Cape Town and price data was last updated on November 20, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Cape Town is $28/night.
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Cnr Dock And Alfred Roads, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$121
Avg. per night
1 Cast Anchor Way, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$179
Avg. per night
17 Venus Circle, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
5.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$136
Avg. per night
108 Main Road St.James, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
13.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$213
Avg. per night
67 Kloof Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$297
Avg. per night
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.7 mi from city centre
$25
Avg. per night
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1.2 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$78
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Cape Town

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Cape Town to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on November 20, 2024.
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Facts about staying in Cape Town

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cape Town to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on November 20, 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?

    On average, it’s $29/night for a hostel in Cape Town, though $27/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $9/night in Cape Town. Try to avoid booking your hostel in July (the most expensive month). Booking in June (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Cape Town?

    Based on our data, Villa Viva Cape Town is the best Cape Town hostel, with a rating of 8.6/10 from 1,534 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in Cape Town that aren’t far from Cape Town Intl Airport, then the closest one is Wish U Were Here, which is 8.8 mi away.

  • What area of Cape Town is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout Cape Town, 3% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in City Centre in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. 91 Loop Boutique Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Cape Town closest to Table Mountain?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Table Mountain while in Cape Town, then opt for the popular Villa Viva Cape Town with a 8.6/10 review score from 1,534 users. The distance from Table Mountain to Villa Viva Cape Town is 2.5 mi.

  • Should I stay in a Cape Town hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Cape Town is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

  • Does Cape Town have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, Cape Town has 6 hostels with “Pool” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Villa Viva Cape Town is the most popular Cape Town hostel with this amenity.

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