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DS Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Suburban hostel with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk

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BBQ/picnic area
Individually decorated, free WiFi
Living area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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6 Braemar Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8051
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kloof Street
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Street
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (Mixed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (Male Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (Female Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Cape Town City Centre, DS Backpackers Hostel is adjacent to Table Mountain National Park and within a mile (2 km) of Kloof Street. This 160-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kloof Street - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • South African National Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Long Street - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Table Mountain Aerial Cableway - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 11 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Sheep - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Villa Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ou meul - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Yindee's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bacini's Ristorante & Pizzeria - ‬18 min walk

About this property

DS Backpackers Hostel

Suburban hostel with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk
At DS Backpackers Hostel, guests have access to an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle for a fee. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, access to locker space, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Relax with a rainfall shower. 17 bathrooms, balconies or patios, and refrigerators are other standard amenities. Bathrooms are shared.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 17 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Fan
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: ZAR 500 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 and cash
  • Check-in: noon—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Property is also known as

DS Backpackers Hostel Cape Town
DS Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
DS Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at DS Backpackers Hostel?

DS Backpackers Hostel provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to DS Backpackers Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Cape Town City Centre, just steps from Table Mountain National Park. You'll also find Table Mountain and Long Street within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at DS Backpackers Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does DS Backpackers Hostel have a casino?

No, DS Backpackers Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at DS Backpackers Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at DS Backpackers Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar and an outdoor pool.

Does DS Backpackers Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does DS Backpackers Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, DS Backpackers Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will DS Backpackers Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at DS Backpackers Hostel.

Does DS Backpackers Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How far is the airport from DS Backpackers Hostel?

The closest major airport to DS Backpackers Hostel is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 13 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at DS Backpackers Hostel?

Yes, every room at DS Backpackers Hostel comes with a balcony.