Hout Bay Backpackers
Property class: 2
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Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry room
- Housekeeping
- Kitchen
The current price is AU$147
AU$147
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Explore the area
Harbour Rd & North Shore Drive, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7806
- Hout Bay HarbourPlace, Hout Bay Harbour1 min walk
- Hout Bay BeachPlace, Hout Bay Beach5 min walk
- Bay Harbour MarketPlace, Bay Harbour Market11 min walk
- Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)31 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Family Double Room
Family Double Room
- Sea view
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
View all photos for Shared Dormitory
Shared Dormitory
- Partial ocean view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed
View all photos for Shared Dormitory
Shared Dormitory
- Partial sea view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed
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About the area
Cape Town
Hout Bay Backpackers places you steps from Hout Bay Harbour and within a 15-minute stroll of Bay Harbour Market. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Hout Bay hostel include Long Street and Camps Bay Beach.
What's nearby
- Hout Bay Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Hout Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Bay Harbour Market - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Table Mountain National Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Hout Bay Museum - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
- Cape Town Station - 33 min drive
- Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 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 offers its guests a terrace, multilingual staff, and a fireplace in the lobby. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hout Bay Backpackers also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a microwave in a common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cape Town hostel.
- 24 guestrooms or units
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Staff members are multilingual
- Terrace
- Fireplace in lobby
- Television in lobby
- Smoking in designated areas
- Microwave in a common area
- Fridge in a common area
Hout Bay Backpackers offers 24 shared accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and rice cookers.
Bathrooms include baths or showers. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Onsite parking available only on request
- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site 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
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Rice cooker
- Shared kitchen access
- Toaster
More
- Fan
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Safe
- Shared accommodation
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
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cots (infant beds) are not available.
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 on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.
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
Is parking available at Hout Bay Backpackers?
Yep, Hout Bay Backpackers has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.
How much does it cost to stay at Hout Bay Backpackers?
As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hout Bay Backpackers on 20 Apr 2026 start from AU$147, 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.
Are there any beaches close to Hout Bay Backpackers?
The closest beach to Hout Bay Backpackers is Camps Bay Beach (11.5 km).
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hout Bay Backpackers?
No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.
What time are check-in & check-out at Hout Bay Backpackers?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Hout Bay Backpackers?
No, pets are not allowed.