Cheapest hostels in Cape Town

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.

Conveniently located within a 15-minute walk of Hout Bay Harbour and Bay Harbour Market, this Hout Bay hostel is less than 3 kilometres from Table Mountain National Park and Hout Bay Beach.
Offering complimentary WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, this budget-friendly accommodation provides a kitchen with a fridge and microwave, a terrace, and a garden for guests to enjoy.

Located in Observatory, Green Elephant Backpackers is just 1.2 kilometres from Groote Schuur Hospital and offers a budget-friendly stay in Cape Town.
This hostel boasts a garden, an outdoor swimming pool, and provides themed dinners, making it a great option for affordable accommodation with on-site activities.

Hostel listing. You will be in Cape Town.
Services and facilities include free parking, a terrace and a swimming pool. This accommodation in Cape Town also has a garden!

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.

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.

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.

Hostel rental. You will stay in Cape Town.
Services and facilities include free parking.

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, this hostel in Cape Town is 3 kilometres from the city centre and close to Milton Beach and Clifton Bay Beach.
Offering a range of amenities including air conditioning, a swimming pool, and a spa, this budget-friendly accommodation provides a comfortable stay near the seaside.

Hostel listing with an excellent rating of 100% based on 4 reviews. You will stay in Cape Town.
Services and facilities include a kitchen and free parking.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Just a 6-minute walk from Blouberg Beach, Serenity Shores Backpackers is a budget-friendly hostel located in the Blouberg area, 22 kilometres from Cape Town International Airport, offering easy access to Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront.
This affordable accommodation boasts a refreshing outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a communal kitchen, making it an ideal seaside base for exploring the area.

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.

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.

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.

Just 500 meters from the sea in Cape Town's Sea Point district, this hostel offers a unique 'mystery' accommodation experience with social bunk beds and luxurious double en-suites, some with garden or sea views.
Wunderlux provides a budget-friendly stay with a swimming pool, garden, and complimentary breakfast and taxes, accepting cash, credit, and debit cards for a flexible 'stay your way' philosophy.

Located in a central district of Cape Town, A Sunflower Stop Backpackers is conveniently situated for exploring the city's attractions.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a swimming pool, a bar, and a shared kitchen, providing excellent value for travellers seeking cheap and cozy accommodation.

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.

Hostel rental. You will be located in Cape Town.
Services and facilities: 24-hour entry, the possibility to order an airport shuttle and a terrace.

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.

Accommodation with an excellent rating of 88% based on 11 reviews. This accommodation is based in Cape Town.
Facilities and services include a wheelchair friendly access, a bar and a swimming pool. This accommodation in Cape Town also has a terrace!