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Hout Bay Backpackers

2.0 star property

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Front of property - evening/night
Beach/ocean view
Lounge
Terrace/patio
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Harbour Rd & North Shore Drive, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7806
  • Place, Hout Bay Harbour
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hout Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay Harbour Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Double Room | Living room

Family Double Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Hout Bay, Hout Bay Backpackers is adjacent to Hout Bay Harbour and a short stroll from Bay Harbour Market. Each of the 24 rooms at this hostel includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a rice cooker.
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What's nearby

  • Hout Bay Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hout Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bay Harbour Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Table Mountain National Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Hout Bay Museum - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Station - 33 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mariner's Wharf - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dunes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Wharfside Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fish On The Rocks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lookout Deck - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hout Bay Backpackers

Hout Bay Backpackers features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with dry cleaning or laundry, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hout Bay Backpackers Cape Town
Hout Bay Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hout Bay Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Hout Bay Backpackers?

This hostel is situated in Hout Bay, just steps from Hout Bay Harbour. You'll also find Table Mountain National Park and Hout Bay Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Hout Bay Backpackers?

As of Apr 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hout Bay Backpackers on May 1, 2026 start from $100, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Hout Bay Backpackers?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Hout Bay Backpackers feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hout Bay Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hout Bay Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Does Hout Bay Backpackers have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Hout Bay Backpackers have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Hout Bay Backpackers doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hout Bay Backpackers allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hout Bay Backpackers.

Does Hout Bay Backpackers have connecting rooms available?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hout Bay Backpackers?

The closest major airport to Hout Bay Backpackers is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 24.1 mi away (41 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hout Bay Backpackers?

No, there aren't any rooms at Hout Bay Backpackers that offer a balcony.

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