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DS Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Suburban hostel with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk

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BBQ/picnic area
Individually decorated, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Living area
In the heart of Cape Town City Centre, DS Backpackers Hostel offers a vibrant atmosphere with a rooftop terrace and outdoor entertainment area. Relax by the pool, unwind in the garden or grab a drink at the bar. Previous guests loved exploring nearby Table Mountain.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi

Room options

View all photos for Shared Dormitory (Male Dorm)

Individually decorated, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (Male Dorm)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Fan
17 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory (Female Dorm)

Individually decorated, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (Female Dorm)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Fan
17 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory (Mixed Dorm)

Individually decorated, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (Mixed Dorm)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Fan
17 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
8051, Western Cape, Cape Town, 6 Braemar Rd

What's nearby

  • Long Street - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Camps Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Clifton Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 11 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ashanti Lodge and Travel Centre - Gardens - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cocoa Oola - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bacini's Ristorante & Pizzeria - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ou meul - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Villa Tavern - ‬3 min drive

About this property

DS Backpackers Hostel

Hostel near Long Street
Close to Table Mountain, DS Backpackers Hostel provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and an outdoor entertainment area. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All 160 individually decorated rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • 17 bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
  • Balconies or patios, communal kitchens, and refrigerators

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 17 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Fan
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: ZAR 500 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash

Property is also known as

DS Backpackers Hostel Cape Town
DS Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
DS Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does DS Backpackers Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is DS Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at DS Backpackers Hostel?

DS Backpackers Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at DS Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at DS Backpackers Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does DS Backpackers Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is DS Backpackers Hostel located?

Located in Cape Town City Centre, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Table Mountain National Park and Cape Town Medi Clinic. Kloof Street and Table Mountain Aerial Cableway are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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