Hostels in Cape Town

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Travel insights for hostels in Cape Town

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Cape Town including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cape Town?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cape Town is November ($32). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cape Town is June ($156).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Cape Town?

The cheapest day to stay in Cape Town is Monday ($28). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $85.

Cheapest hostels in Cape Town, South Africa

Discover affordable stays in Cape Town that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cape Town can be found for as low as $52 per night. There is currently one property in Cape Town that can be booked for this price. Urban Hive Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 26 March 2026
At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Cape Town. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
208 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$52
Avg. per night
91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$65
Avg. per night
57 Milton Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$67
Avg. per night
179 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$74
Avg. per night
11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$93
Avg. per night
107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$101
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Cape Town

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Cape Town to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Cape Town at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 26 March 2026.
hostels located in the Cape Town area sorted by price and hostel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.
3 stars
107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2 stars and under
11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Other accommodations in Cape Town

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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
7.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$1,256
Avg. per night
108 Main Road St.James, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
21.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$369
Avg. per night
18 Mount Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
19.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$102
Avg. per night
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
25.9 km from city centre
$138
Avg. per night
Portswood Road, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$300
Avg. per night
Cnr Dock And Alfred Roads, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$293
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Cape Town

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Cape Town to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 26 March 2026.
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Facts about staying in Cape Town

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cape Town to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 26 March 2026.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?

    $82/night is an average price for a hostel in Cape Town throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in March is the most expensive month to book, and in April is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Cape Town hostels for as low as $18/night. In general, Cape Town hostels for $64 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Cape Town?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Cape Town is Never at Home Green Point. 1,670 users from HotelsCombined gave the Never at Home Green Point a 8.9/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The closest Cape Town hostel to Cape Town Intl Airport is 91 Loop Boutique Hostel, which is 18.0 km away.

  • What area of Cape Town is most popular to stay in?

    City Centre is the most popular area of Cape Town to stay in. In the past year, 10% of HotelsCombined users looking for Cape Town hostels searched within City Centre. 91 Loop Boutique Hostel is a popular hostel in City Centre if you choose to stay in the area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Cape Town closest to Victoria & Alfred Waterfront?

    Big Blue Backpackers happens to be the most popular Cape Town hostel near Victoria & Alfred Waterfront among our users. The Big Blue Backpackers has a current rating of 6.9 from 1,216 HotelsCombined travellers. Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is also conveniently located just 0.9 km from this hostel.

  • Should I stay in a Cape Town hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Cape Town hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Cape Town.

  • Does Cape Town have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

    5 hostels in Cape Town currently have “Wi-Fi” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking 91 Loop Boutique Hostel, which is the most popular hostel in Cape Town with this amenity.

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