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Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

2.0 star property
Riverwalk hostel in Cape Town with free parking

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Children's area
Living room
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Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Pool

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A1, Oude Molen Eco Village, Alexandra Road, Pinelands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7405
  • Place, Vincent Pallotti Hospital
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Cape Town
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located within a leisurely stroll of Vincent Pallotti Hospital, Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge is within a few miles (5 km) of Groote Schuur Hospital. This 20-room hostel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Vincent Pallotti Hospital - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mowbray Golf Club - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • South African Astronomical Observatory - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of Cape Town - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Table Mountain National Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Pinelands Station - 3 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 14 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪DĀSHI - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Platō coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hoghouse Brewery, Bakery & Barbeque - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Omilo Greek Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sushi Wave - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

Riverwalk hostel in Cape Town with free parking
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available on request) for ZAR 200 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Safes are also standard.
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

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Know thy Farmer

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On the riverwalk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 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 - 8:00 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 8:00 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

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 160.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 200 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 100 (one-way), (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 160.0 per day

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

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: 11 AM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 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 (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge Cape Town
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Cape Town
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

This hostel is located in Cape Town, close to Long Street, Cape Town Stadium, and Table Mountain. You'll also find Table Mountain National Park and Newlands Cricket Ground within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge have a casino at the property?

No, Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hostel, including an outdoor pool, a garden-view restaurant, and a restaurant bar.

Are there hot tubs at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

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

Does Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge serves continental breakfast for a surcharge at Know thy Farmer.

Will Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

The closest major airport to Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 8 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge.

Reviews

Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dickson Osaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Give it a try.

The atmosphere was good and friendly. Staffs were helpful and the lodge is in a secured environment.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was clean - bedroom, kitchen, lounge and bathrooms. Service - receptionist was friendly and helpful. Noisy - residents made lots of noise in lounge and only quieted down/slept after 11:30pm. Little privacy for showers - to dry and dress oneself, there is only an open area, exposed to all who enter the bathroom. Would be nice to have an enclosed area by the showers e.g. another set of curtains. Also no hooks to hang up clothing or towels if using the showers. Overall good, overnight accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

gift

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Logan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good especially if you're a backpacker. It was clean and you feel comfortable plus no-one disturbs you. Wasn't really what I was expecting but I was honestly still satisfied. Would definitely want to go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sylvano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a great service everyone was very friendly place is clean and tidy had a wonderful night just one thing I'm not very happy the WiFi service was very poor plus u only get a certain amount of data so that's the only minus I would say
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2019

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