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TheLab Backpackers

2.5 star property
Suburban hostal in Franschhoek with free parking

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Terrace/patio
Daily full breakfast (ZAR 200 per person)
Standard Double Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Interior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is ￥7,618
￥8,857 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Triple Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Netflix
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
7690, Western Cape, Franschhoek, 24 Nerina Street

What's nearby

  • Franschhoek Town Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Huguenot Monument - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Franschhoek Pass - 5 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terbodore Coffee Roasters - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Hoek - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Microbrewery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Haute Cabriere - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪French Connection - ‬15 min walk

About this property

TheLab Backpackers

Hostal in the suburbs
TheLab Backpackers provides amenities like a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a nature reserve, and a TV in the lobby
  • Concierge services, outdoor furniture, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at TheLab Backpackers boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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￥12,402 total
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 150 for children

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • 8 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 150 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

TheLab Backpackers Hostal
TheLab Backpackers Franschhoek
TheLab Backpackers Hostal Franschhoek

Frequently asked questions

Is TheLab Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at TheLab Backpackers?

As of Jun 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at TheLab Backpackers on Jun 26, 2025 start from ￥7,618, excluding 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.

How much is parking at TheLab Backpackers?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at TheLab Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at TheLab Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is TheLab Backpackers located?

Situated in the suburbs, this hostal is within a 15-minute walk of Huguenot Memorial Museum, Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery, and Franschhoek Town Hall. Franschhoek Art House and Dutch Reformed Church are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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TheLab Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

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