Zebra Crossing Backpackers

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Room (5 single beds) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Living area
Daily English breakfast (ZAR 45 per person)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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82 New Church St, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Place, Kloof Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bree Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Room (3 Single beds)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Room ((4 Single beds))

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Room (5 single beds)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Room (6 Single beds)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Cape Town City Centre, Zebra Crossing Backpackers is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Kloof Street and Bree Street. This 17-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, express check-in, and express check-out.

What's nearby

  • Kloof Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bree Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Long Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Table Mountain National Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Greenmarket Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 5 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kloof Street House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blondie - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Unfiltered On Kloof - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Zebra Crossing Backpackers

Zebra Crossing Backpackers features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. If you drive, self parking is ZAR 50 per night, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 180 per person one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a garden.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Secured self parking on site (ZAR 50 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: ZAR 45 for adults and ZAR 45 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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 AM - 8 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 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

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 45 for adults and ZAR 45 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 180 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 180 (one-way), (from 10 to 18 years old)
  • Secured self parking fee: ZAR 50 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: noon—-8 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Zebra Crossing Backpackers Hostel Cape Town
Zebra Crossing Backpackers Cape Town
Zebra Crossing Backpackers Ca
Zebra Crossing Backpackers Cape Town
Zebra Crossing Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Zebra Crossing Backpackers?

Zebra Crossing Backpackers provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Zebra Crossing Backpackers?

As of Apr 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zebra Crossing Backpackers on May 3, 2026 start from $38, 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of Zebra Crossing Backpackers?

This hostel is situated in Cape Town City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Long Street, Kloof Street, and Bree Street. You'll also find Greenmarket Square and Table Mountain National Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Zebra Crossing Backpackers?

Yes, secured parking is offered for ZAR 50 per night.

Does Zebra Crossing Backpackers include a casino?

No, Zebra Crossing Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Zebra Crossing Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Zebra Crossing Backpackers a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include a bar/lounge and a garden.

Does Zebra Crossing Backpackers have a hot tub?

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

Does Zebra Crossing Backpackers have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Zebra Crossing Backpackers offers an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Zebra Crossing Backpackers allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Zebra Crossing Backpackers.

Does Zebra Crossing Backpackers have connecting rooms available?

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

How far is the airport from Zebra Crossing Backpackers?

The closest major airport to Zebra Crossing Backpackers is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 13.5 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Zebra Crossing Backpackers?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Zebra Crossing Backpackers.

Zebra Crossing Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth Lydell, CHICAGO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying at this hostel. Very centrally located and the staff (Doniel , Brownyn and Arthur) were terrific and very helpful. Would definitely stay here during my next visit to Cape Town.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ilayaraja

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

Location , friendly and value

Awesome staff and their so kindness friendly to the guest me and my friends really appreciate those staff (Doniel ,Katherin).... Ry nice location for all the activities and very calm and pleasent area.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Antony

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

Comfortable value

My second stay here. Very amienable staff who go out of their way to help. Very basic clean safe place so great value and the coffee shop is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

BernhardWolfgan, 65510 Idstein Hessen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
alles hat mir an Zebra Crossing gefallen. Traf sehr nette und kompetente Menschen.
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tolle Atmosphäre durch die super hilfsbereiten Angestellten und leicht Kontakte zu anderen Gästen zu knüpfen. Es ist nicht das schickste Hostel, aber Preis und Leistung passen zusammen und das bei der top Lage. Möglichkeit sich zurückzuziehen oder am Hostelleben teilzunehmen je nach Stimmung. Mein 2. Besuch und sicher nicht der letzte! Danke für eine tolle Woche
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

alexis

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

Bandou

Le seul bémol est la fermeture du bureau d'accueil à 20h (donc impossible de récupérer ses objets de valeurs au coffre fort). Sinon c'était trop super ! Personnel très gentil et auberge de qualité.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019