Cape Town hotels & backpackers

Whether you're on a budget or a blowout, we’ve got loads of great Cape Town hotels available.  Check out our pick of the best Cape accommodation below now!  For a value for money spot with style, we present the Daddy Long Legs.  But don’t just take our word for it…it was voted as one of the World’s Coolest Hotels!  The rooms here are designed by artists and are as hip as a Cape Town hotel can get.

So get your accommodation in Cape Town sorted today!  From search to book there are just a few easy steps to secure your Cape Town accommodation.


Ashanti Gardens Lodge
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Ashanti Gardens Lodge

Cape Town - Cape Town City Centre

Category hostel

Once a Victorian mansion, Ashanti Lodge is now a great laid-back hostel. With a pool, barbecues, dorms and an outstanding private guest-house - not to mention a romantic sounding address at the foot of Table Mountain, close to Waterfront - this is a neat place. Learn more >

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  • Singles
  • Party People
  • First Time Travellers
Beds from $17
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Green Elephant Backpackers
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5 ticks

1 review

Green Elephant Backpackers

Cape Town - Observatory

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Trumpety Trump! The Green Elephant backpacker hostel is a warm welcome to Cape Town. Spend long lazy days by the pool or if you¿re looking for thrills, trust your hosts and try some shark diving. Learn more >

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  • Couples
  • First Time Travellers
  • Singles
Beds from $21
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Cape Town Backpackers
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6 reviews

Cape Town Backpackers

Cape Town - City Centre (Cape Town)

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A hostel with honeymoon suites? Leagues above your typical backpackers, come here for Victorian charm, mountain views and Xhosa meals. *** All holders of a valid international student (ISIC), youth (ISTC) or teacher (ITIC) identity card will receive 1 hour free internet *** Learn more >

Best for

  • Singles
  • First Time Travellers
  • Budget Conscious
Beds from $22
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Saltycrax Backpackers
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Saltycrax Backpackers

Cape Town - Blouberg

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Get a taste for Saltycrax, Blaauwberg's buzziest backpackers! Extreme sports, Jacuzzi high jinks and Cape Town clubbing await... Learn more >

Beds from $24
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Ashanti Green Point
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4 ticks

3 reviews

Ashanti Green Point

Cape Town - Green Point

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Ashanti rocks again - this time in Green Point. With absolutely brand-new everything this sleek and stylish renovated building is perfectly positioned for the Waterfront, Stadium, beaches and city centre. Learn more >

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  • First Time Travellers
  • Couples
  • Singles
Beds from $26
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Sunflower Stop
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4.5 ticks

7 reviews

Sunflower Stop

Cape Town - Green Point

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Your social life is in safe hands at the Sunflower Stop. Join a pub crawl, beach party or night of Cape Town clubbing - or simply chill at their all-day poolside bar. Learn more >

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  • Singles
  • First Time Travellers
  • Budget Conscious
Beds from $27
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Spring Tide Inn
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3.5 ticks

2 reviews

Spring Tide Inn

Cape Town - Sea Point

Category 2.5 globes

Gorgeous, gold-star and gay friendly, this pretty place in the heart of Sea Point has a wonderful walled garden and serves some of the best breakfasts in town. Learn more >

Best for

  • Couples
  • First Time Travellers
  • Singles
Beds from $37
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Primi Sea Castle
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5 ticks

1 review

Primi Sea Castle

Cape Town - Camps Bay

Category 4 globes

Lounge from on up high with views out over the seaboard, lounge by the pool, lounge in a huge plush bed and better yet, lounge with a champagne breakfast! *** 4 Nights for the Price of 3 (01May11-31Aug11 & 01May12-31Aug12) *** Learn more >

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  • Couples
  • Singles
  • Style Conscious
Beds from $43
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Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge
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1 review

Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge

Cape Town - V&A Waterfront

Category 3 globes

If you're in for an action-packed, whirlwind trip through Cape Town, this is the place for you. For practically pittance, you get breathtaking views of Table Mountain and the waterfront, and you're as close as you can possibly get to anywhere you'd possibly want to be! *** Stay 3 Pay 2 *** *** Stay 3 Pay 6 *** Valid for Bookings: 27Jun11 - 31Aug12 Valid for Stays: 27Jun11-31Aug11 & 01Apr12-31Aug12 *** Stay 5 Pay 4 *** Valid for Bookings: 27Jun11-31Mar12 Vaid for Stays: 27Jun11-31Mar12 Learn more >

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    Beds from $58
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    Gary on Graham
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    Gary on Graham

    Cape Town - Sea Point

    Category 3.5 globes

    A tiny stylish home away from home. Garys is old, Colonial and has awesome African décor. For a beachy spot, or life away from downtown Cape Town - this wee gem is a great pick. Learn more >

    Beds from $62
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