What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?

On average, it’s $66/night for a hostel in Cape Town, though $62/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $19/night in Cape Town. Try to avoid booking your hostel in October (the most expensive month). Booking in April (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Cape Town?

With an average review score of 8.8 (out of 10) from 1,752 HotelsCombined users, Never at Home Green Point is considered the best Cape Town hostel.

What hostel is closest to Cape Town Intl Airport?

91 Loop Boutique Hostel is 18.0 km away from Cape Town Intl Airport, making it the closest Cape Town hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

What is the most popular hostel in Cape Town closest to Twelve Apostles?

The most popular Cape Town hostel near Twelve Apostles is Villa Viva Cape Town. Villa Viva Cape Town has a rating of 8.5/10 from 2,030 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 8.8 km from Twelve Apostles.

Should I stay in a Cape Town hostel?

Hostels in Cape Town tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Cape Town hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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

Yes, 4 Cape Town hostels list “Wi-Fi” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Cape Town with this feature, then consider staying at the popular 91 Loop Boutique Hostel.

Affordable Cape Town Hostels From $46/night

Travel insights for hostels in Cape Town

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cape Town is June ($29). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cape Town is December ($89).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cape Town is Tuesday ($30). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $65.

How much is a hostel in Cape Town tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cape Town tonight starting as low as $22, rising to an average cost of $67, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Cape Town for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cape Town?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Cape Town. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $27 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Cape Town, South Africa

These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Cape Town at the moment. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.

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Riverlodge Backpackers

Oude Molen Eco Village Alexandra Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

4.5 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

$46

Avg. per night

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91 Loop Boutique Hostel

91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

2.3 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

$56

Avg. per night

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MoTown by Mojo - Hostel

16 St Johns Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

5.1 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$57

Avg. per night

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Never at Home Green Point

107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

3.8 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$121

Avg. per night

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Hostel prices in Cape Town

We've come across the following hostels in Cape Town with different price and hostel class options. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.

3 stars

Never at Home Green Point

107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

$121

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2 stars and under

91 Loop Boutique Hostel

91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

$56

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Other accommodation in Cape Town

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Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

Portswood Road, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

3.4 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$287

Avg. per night

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City Lodge Hotel V&A Waterfront

Cnr Dock And Alfred Roads, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

2.4 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$269

Avg. per night

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City Lodge Hotel Grandwest

Grand West Casino & Entertainment World, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

9.7 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$136

Avg. per night

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Unique Villa w Pool Garden and Sea Views Lobster Villa

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

7.2 km from city centre

Air conditioning

$1,385

Avg. per night

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The Bantry Aparthotel by Totalstay

Alexander Road, 8, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

5.8 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$162

Avg. per night

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Mandela Rhodes Place

18 Wale St, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

2.3 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Airport shuttle

$143

Avg. per night

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Where to stay in Cape Town

Scroll through the map to find hostels close to the Cape Town neighbourhood(s) you plan on visiting. Users can click on a hostel's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

Facts about staying in Cape Town

What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?
On average, it’s $66/night for a hostel in Cape Town, though $62/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $19/night in Cape Town. Try to avoid booking your hostel in October (the most expensive month). Booking in April (the cheapest month) could save you money.
What’s the best hostel in Cape Town?
With an average review score of 8.8 (out of 10) from 1,752 HotelsCombined users, Never at Home Green Point is considered the best Cape Town hostel.
What hostel is closest to Cape Town Intl Airport?
91 Loop Boutique Hostel is 18.0 km away from Cape Town Intl Airport, making it the closest Cape Town hostel to the city’s most popular airport.
What is the most popular hostel in Cape Town closest to Twelve Apostles?
The most popular Cape Town hostel near Twelve Apostles is Villa Viva Cape Town. Villa Viva Cape Town has a rating of 8.5/10 from 2,030 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 8.8 km from Twelve Apostles.
Should I stay in a Cape Town hostel?
Hostels in Cape Town tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Cape Town hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.
Does Cape Town have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?
Yes, 4 Cape Town hostels list “Wi-Fi” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Cape Town with this feature, then consider staying at the popular 91 Loop Boutique Hostel.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cape Town is June ($29). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cape Town is December ($89).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cape Town is Tuesday ($30). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $65.

How much is a hostel in Cape Town tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cape Town tonight starting as low as $22, rising to an average cost of $67, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Cape Town for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cape Town?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Cape Town. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $27 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Cape Town, South Africa

These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Cape Town at the moment. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.

Hostel prices in Cape Town

We've come across the following hostels in Cape Town with different price and hostel class options. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.

3 stars

2 stars and under

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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 6 October 2026.

Scroll through the map to find hostels close to the Cape Town neighbourhood(s) you plan on visiting. Users can click on a hostel's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

Facts about staying in Cape Town

What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?

What’s the best hostel in Cape Town?

What hostel is closest to Cape Town Intl Airport?

What is the most popular hostel in Cape Town closest to Twelve Apostles?

Should I stay in a Cape Town hostel?

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

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