The 4 Best Hostels in Cape Town
The legislative capital of South Africa, Cape Town is a famous tourist spot for a big list of reasons. Not only is it the country’s oldest city, it is also its second largest and has a bunch of interesting sights such as its harbour, its natural setting in the Cape Floristic Region, and landmarks such as Table Mountain and Cape Point.
Located on the shore of Table Bay, this city is one of those places in the whole African continent that has to be visited at least once. So you can plan a trip there right now, we have now a list of the 4 best hostels available in Cape Town.
1. Ashanti Lodge Gardens
- Price: Around 22 Euros a night (Private rooms can go for up to 69 Euros a night).
- Location: .
- Does it have hostel vibe? It has a good, hostel-like vibe.
- Does it have good Wi-Fi connection? Yes, it has a free, high-speed connection.
- Is the breakfast included? No, breakfast isn’t included for free, but it’s available for a fee.
We start with the oldest hostel in Cape Town, but not the least comfortable. Ashanti Lodge Gardens has been around for more than 30 years, offering guests magnificent views of Table Mountain, a big swimming pool, spacious balconies, palm-fringed sundecks, and of course a garden where you can lounge in the hammock.
Being within a walking distance of the city centre and close to Cape Town’s magnificent beaches, embracing a sustainable lifestyle and having both options for dorms and private rooms, make it a perfect option for a good stay.
2. Villa Viva Cape Town
- Price: Around 24 Euros a night (Private rooms can go for up to 64 Euros a night).
- Location: .
- Does it have hostel vibe? It has a good, hostel-like vibe appreciated greatly by its guests.
- Does it have good Wi-Fi connection? Yes, it has a free, high-speed connection.
- Is the breakfast included? Yes, breakfast is included for free.
Spreading over 4 Victorian houses, we can find the Villa Viva Cape Town located right in the heart of the “Mother city” Cape Town. The offer of a compilation of courtyards, community spaces, bar and a ceremony-tent joins the Table Mountain views, a colorful garden and a refreshing poolside, all in order to make you feel in contact with nature.
Embracing a sustainable lifestyle as well, this hostel will make you feel right at home thanks to its always helpful and cheery staff that will help you no matter what you need.
3. Never At Home Green Point
- Price: Around 26 Euros a night (Private rooms can go for up to 102 Euros a night).
- Location: .
- Does it have hostel vibe? It has a good, hostel-like vibe.
- Does it have good Wi-Fi connection? Yes, it has a free, high-speed connection.
- Is the breakfast included? No, breakfast isn’t included.
With Never At Home Green Point we have among ourselves a recipient of the Hostelworlds 2024 “Best Large Hostel in Africa” award. Located within a short walking distance from the V&A Waterfront, a stone throw from the FIFA Cape Town Stadium, Green Point Park and the Sea Point Promenade, and less than a 10 minute drive away from Cape Town’s top beaches, we can see why.
With a wide range of private and shared dorm room options, a scheduled group activity every day of the week, an on-site bar and restaurant, in-house tours, and facilities that include an outdoor pool and deck and a large chillout lounge, you can spend your days here without worrying about a thing.
4. A Sunflower Stop
- Price: Around 20 Euros a night (Private rooms can go for up to 67 Euros a night).
- Location: .
- Does it have hostel vibe? It has a good, hostel-like vibe that its greatly appreciated by travelers.
- Does it have good Wi-Fi connection? Yes, it has a free, high-speed connection.
- Is the breakfast included? No, breakfast isn’t included, but it offers its guest free coffee every day.
To finish our list, we have the hostel known as A Sunflower Stop. With a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, travelers can relax and meet up with like-minded nomads on its swimming pool or spend their time in the on-site bar.
Not only has it embraced a sustainable lifestyle as well, it’s also located at just a stone throw away from the V&A Waterfront and just a quick bus trip from the beaches and the town.
