Cheapest hostels in Cape Town

Perfectly located on Sir Lowry Road, this hostel is a mere 1.5 kilometres from the V&A Waterfront and within easy reach of Bo-Kaap and Table Mountain, offering an ideal base for exploring Cape Town.
This budget-friendly hostel provides modern communal spaces, a shared kitchen, and free internet, ensuring a comfortable and social stay for adult travellers seeking affordable accommodation.

Perfectly situated on Main Road in Muizenberg, Cape Town, this hostel offers immediate access to the renowned surf and sands, just steps from the beachfront, making it an ideal base for exploring this picturesque seaside district.
This budget-friendly hostel provides a welcoming atmosphere with complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and no curfew, allowing adult travellers to fully immerse themselves in the local attractions and nightlife.

Centrally located in Cape Town, this hostel provides easy access to major attractions, with its precise location in a central district offering convenient access to nearby landmarks and attractions.
This budget-friendly hostel offers air conditioning and Wi-Fi, making it an ideal and affordable base for exploring the city's diverse offerings.

Conveniently situated in Green Point, Cape Town, this hostel is just an 11-minute walk from Three Anchor Bay Beach and 1.9 kilometres from the V&A Waterfront and Robben Island Ferry.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a shared kitchen, barbecue facilities, bike and car rental, and on-site yoga classes, making it an affordable choice for exploring the popular cycling area near the seaside.

Situated in Green Point, Cape Town, this hostel is conveniently located between Table Mountain and Three Anchor Bay, a mere 20-minute walk from the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, A Sunflower Stop Backpackers boasts a swimming pool, a communal kitchen, and a traditional South African braai area, with free Wi-Fi available throughout the property.

Located in Muizenberg, Cape Town, this hostel is 10 kilometres from the city's central business district.
This affordable hostel offers complimentary Wi-Fi and on-site parking, providing a communal atmosphere for backpackers exploring the area.

Located in Cape Town's city centre, this hostel is conveniently situated just 19 kilometres from Cape Town International Airport.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, Mbackpackers provides free WiFi, air-conditioned family rooms with private bathrooms and mountain views, and a communal lounge and kitchen for guests.

Located on Royal Road in Muizenberg, Cape Town, this hostel is just 100 meters from Muizenberg beach, celebrated for its gentle surf ideal for beginners.
This budget-friendly hostel offers unique 'Under The Sea' or 'Ocean Vibes' sleeping capsules and 'The Octopus Dorm', alongside communal activities like South African Braais and penguin snorkeling trips, all contributing to a relaxed, barefoot-at-home atmosphere.

Located in Cape Town's hip Green Point district, this hostel is just 1 kilometre from the V&A Waterfront, City Centre, and De Waterkant.
This budget-friendly hostel offers free yoga sessions and a 24-hour desk, with a communal courtyard and garden for guests to enjoy.

Located in Blouberg, this hostel is a mere 500 meters from Blouberg beach, ideal for kitesurfing and surfing, and 20-25 minutes' drive from Cape Town centre.
Offering a dedicated yoga garden with donation-based classes, a sauna, wood-fired hot tub, pool, and legendary pizza nights, this budget-friendly hostel provides excellent on-site activities and a relaxed atmosphere for your stay.

Perfectly situated on Kloof Street in Cape Town, this hostel offers immediate walking access to shops and restaurants, with Table Mountain and Lion's Head within easy reach.
This budget-friendly hostel provides a communal kitchen, garden, and rooftop terrace, alongside organised tours and daily activities to foster social interaction.

Located on Kloof Street, this hostel is just 1.2 kilometres from the city centre and 1.1 kilometres from Table Mountain, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring Cape Town.
Guests can enjoy a terrace bar with city views, a garden with a BBQ area, and a range of daily activities including yoga and guided hikes, ensuring an affordable and engaging stay.

Conveniently located in Matroosfontein, this hotel is 4.9 kilometres from the University of the Western Cape and within 15 kilometres of the Cape Town Science Centre and Access Park.
This budget-friendly hotel offers 20 square metres of floor space with air conditioning and complimentary WiFi in public areas, alongside on-site dining and parking.

Located in Green Point, Cape Town, this luxury hostel is just a 5-minute walk from the V&A Waterfront and Sea Point Promenade, offering a budget-friendly stay near popular attractions.
This newly renovated hostel boasts an inverter system for uninterrupted power, a swimming pool, and braai facilities, providing a comfortable and affordable base with an excellent location rating.

Villa Viva Cape Town, a unique hostel, is centrally located in the city, offering easy access to attractions and nature.
This budget-friendly hostel boasts a village-like atmosphere with courtyards, community spaces, a bar, and a ceremony tent, all with views of Table Mountain, and features a colourful garden and a refreshing poolside.

Perfectly situated in Green Point, Cape Town, this hostel is just a 5-minute walk from the V&A Waterfront and Cape Town Stadium, with Sea Point Promenade and beaches less than 10 kilometres away.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a swimming pool, a communal kitchen, and hosts daily complimentary activities and in-house tours, making it an ideal base for exploring the city affordably.

Moy Guesthouse & Backpackers is located in Cape Town's Green Point district, just 278 metres from the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Mall and 1.9 kilometres from the V&A Waterfront.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a garden, terrace, and restaurant, with plenty of outdoor activities like cycling and hiking available nearby, making it an affordable choice for exploring the city.

Perfectly situated for beach access, Bim Backpackers In Muizenberg is an 8-minute walk from Muizenberg Beach and 17.7 kilometres from Chapman's Peak.
This budget-friendly hostel offers complimentary WiFi, free private parking and an on-site water park, making it an ideal cheap and cozy stay near the seaside.

Conveniently situated in Cape Town's city centre, this hostel is less than 500 metres away, offering proximity to the Robben Island Ferry, just 3.2 kilometres distant, and the V&A Waterfront, 4.3 kilometres away.
This budget-friendly hostel provides a garden, a shared kitchen with a fridge and microwave, and free WiFi, making it an affordable choice for travellers exploring the city.

Located in the Cape Town City Centre on Long Street, this hostel is 984 feet from The Company's Garden and 3.9 kilometres from Table Mountain, placing you moments from nightlife and cultural attractions.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a swimming pool, jacuzzi, and fitness centre, along with a bar and communal areas perfect for socialising, with dormitories and private rooms available.

Conveniently located in Cape Town, Saltycrax Backpackers offers an affordable stay with easy access to the city's attractions.
Guests can enjoy a range of amenities including a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, spa, bar, and on-site dining, making it a budget-friendly choice for travellers.

Long Street Backpackers is a hostel situated directly on Cape Town's bustling Long Street, placing you within easy walking distance of the city centre's attractions.
This budget-friendly accommodation offers free Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and a communal kitchen, making it an affordable choice for travellers exploring the city.

Located on Kloof Street, this hostel is a short walk from Cape Town's city centre and its attractions.
This budget-friendly hostel offers complimentary Wi-Fi and an on-site barbecue area, perfect for social gatherings.

Located in a quiet cul-de-sac within De Waterkant, this hostel is just 1 kilometre from the famous V&A Waterfront and the city centre, with numerous restaurants and bars a short walk away.
This budget-friendly hostel offers en-suite rooms with safes and hairdryers, alongside communal areas including a lounge with a fireplace and a fully equipped kitchen, perfect for affordable stays.

Just 500 meters from the coastline, this hostel in Cape Town provides easy access to the city's entertainment and seaside attractions.
Offering complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and a terrace, this budget-friendly accommodation is ideal for travellers seeking affordable stays with convenient amenities.

Just a 4-minute walk from Blouberg Beach, this hostel offers a budget-friendly stay in Cape Town, with the CTICC and Robben Island Ferry 17.7 kilometres away.
Enjoy the communal garden, swimming pool, and barbecue facilities at this affordable accommodation, perfect for surfers and those seeking seaside adventures.

Just 500 meters from Broken Bath Beach, this hostel in Cape Town offers a budget-friendly base with complimentary WiFi and a year-round outdoor pool, conveniently located 4.5 kilometres from the V&A Waterfront and 5 kilometres from the Robben Island Ferry terminal.
Enjoy family-friendly accommodation with a 24-hour front desk and bicycle rental, perfect for exploring the seaside attractions affordably.

Auboros Lodge, a hostel in Cape Town, is conveniently located just 2.2 kilometres from the Robben Island Ferry and 3.7 kilometres from the V&A Waterfront, offering a budget-friendly base for exploration.
This affordable accommodation provides air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and a shared kitchen, making it a practical choice for travellers seeking cheap and cozy stays.

Located in Cape Town, this hostel offers easy access to urban attractions, just 1 kilometre from the city centre.
Guests can enjoy amenities such as air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a spa, and an on-site restaurant, making it a budget-friendly choice for exploring the area.

Stumble Inn Backpackers Lodge is located in Stellenbosch Central, a 15-minute walk from Dorp Street and Stellenbosch University, and within 10 kilometres of De Zalze Golf Club and Jonkershoek Nature Reserve.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a swimming pool, garden, and communal kitchen facilities, making it an affordable choice for exploring Stellenbosch.

Centrally located in Cape Town's city centre, De Wales Den Backpackers is approximately 19 kilometres from Cape Town International Airport.
This budget-friendly hostel offers free WiFi, air conditioning, and a shared kitchen, making it an affordable choice for travellers.

M and B Backpackers is located in Cape Town's city centre, 19 kilometres from Cape Town International Airport.
This budget-friendly hostel offers private rooms with en-suite bathrooms, complimentary WiFi, air conditioning, and stunning mountain views.

Located in Cape Town City Centre, this hostel is within 1.6 kilometres of Kloof Street and Long Street, and a 28-minute walk from Cape Town Station.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a swimming pool, spa, and multiple bars, providing a great base for exploring the city with complimentary continental breakfast.