TheLab Backpackers

2.5 star property
Suburban hostal in Franschhoek with free parking

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Daily full breakfast (ZAR 200 per person)
Interior
Standard Double Room, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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24 Nerina Street, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690
  • Place, Franschhoek Town Hall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Huguenot Monument
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Franschhoek Wine Tram
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Basic Triple Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Franschhoek

TheLab Backpackers is a short stroll from Huguenot Memorial Museum and Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery. This 4-room hostal welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Franschhoek Town Hall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Franschhoek Art House - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Huguenot Monument - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hoek - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Terbodore Coffee Roasters - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Microbrewery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Haute Cabriere - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪French Connection - ‬15 min walk

About this property

TheLab Backpackers

Suburban hostal in Franschhoek with free parking
TheLab Backpackers features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services and concierge services. This hostal also has a TV in a common area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 150 for children

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • 8 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
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

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 150 for children

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

TheLab Backpackers Hostal
TheLab Backpackers Franschhoek
TheLab Backpackers Hostal Franschhoek

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near TheLab Backpackers?

This hostal is located in Franschhoek, a short 15-minute walk from Franschhoek Town Hall and also 17 minutes on foot from Huguenot Monument. You'll also find Huguenot Memorial Museum and Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at TheLab Backpackers?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hostal.

Does TheLab Backpackers feature a casino at the property?

No, TheLab Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at TheLab Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostal.

Is TheLab Backpackers good for couples?

Couples staying at this hostal will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a nature reserve and concierge services.

Does TheLab Backpackers have a hot tub?

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

Does TheLab Backpackers have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

TheLab Backpackers offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will TheLab Backpackers allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at TheLab Backpackers though service animals are welcome.

Does TheLab Backpackers have connecting rooms?

No, this hostal doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at TheLab Backpackers?

Yes, some guestrooms at TheLab Backpackers offer a furnished patio.