Urban Hive Backpackers

Urban Hive Backpackers

Hostel
 

208 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

GoodBased on 1,023 reviews
7.2

C$ 52

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About Urban Hive Backpackers

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Urban Hive Backpackers, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 6 February 2025.
Victorian Cape Town hostel in Cape Town City Centre with a 24-hour front desk A bar/lounge, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this hostel. WiFi in publ...

Good to Know

Check-in time1:00 PM
Check-out time10:00 AM
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+27 214 220 565

Perks and amenities at Urban Hive Backpackers

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Urban Hive Backpackers
  • Adults only
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • ATM on-site

General

  • ATM on-site
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Reading light
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Safety deposit box
  • Grill
  • Adults only
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Seating area
  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Shower
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Adapter
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Socket near the bed
  • Balcony
  • Soundproofing
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Parking
  • Hairdryer
  • Lockers
  • Lowered sink
  • Mountain view
  • Air-conditioned
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Safe
  • Outdoor furniture
  • City view
  • Clothes rack
  • Trash cans
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Desk
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Privacy curtain
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • 24hr front desk
  • Designated smoking area
  • Storage available

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool table

Services

  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Reviews for Urban Hive Backpackers

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Urban Hive Backpackers, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 1,023 reviews of Urban Hive Backpackers to date. Review data was last updated on 6 February 2025.
7.2
GoodBased on 1,023 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Surprisingly cheap accomodation right on long street. (in 20 reviews)
  • Would definitely recommend to other people coming to cape town. (in 8 reviews)
  • Nothing everything was perfect as usual (in 4 reviews)
Cons -
  • There's nothing not to like. (in 3 reviews)
  • It's very noisy at night. (in 9 reviews)
  • No Tv in rooms. (in 25 reviews)

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Photos of Urban Hive Backpackers

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Urban Hive Backpackers is located at 208 Long Street in the City Centre neighbourhood of Cape Town. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 6 February 2025.

Rental Cars

C$ 51 daily average

  • How far is Urban Hive Backpackers from Green Point Stadium?

    Urban Hive Backpackers is a good place to stay to see Green Point Stadium. It’s 2.4 km away.

  • Is Urban Hive Backpackers close to Artscape Theatre Centre?

    If you want to see Artscape Theatre Centre while visiting Cape Town, Urban Hive Backpackers is just 1.5 km away.

FAQs when booking at Urban Hive Backpackers

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding reservations, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Urban Hive Backpackers. FAQs were last updated on 6 February 2025.
  • Is pricing at Urban Hive Backpackers comparable to 2 star hotels in Cape Town?

    In Cape Town, the average nightly rate for 2 stars hotels is C$ 72. The expected nightly rate for Urban Hive Backpackers is around C$ 51; a price that is 30% cheaper than the city average. HotelsCombined considers Urban Hive Backpackers to be a good deal if you’re looking to stay at a 2 stars hotel in Cape Town.

  • How close is Urban Hive Backpackers to the nearest airport, Cape Town Intl Airport?

    There are 29.2 km between the closest airport, Cape Town Intl Airport, and Urban Hive Backpackers. The drive to the airport from the hotel should take you 0h 22m with a normal traffic flow. It’s important to take high traffic times into consideration, especially in metropolitan areas.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Cape Town Intl Airport to Urban Hive Backpackers?

    Getting from Cape Town Intl Airport to Urban Hive Backpackers can be as easy as renting a car at the airport’s rental desk for, on average, C$ 47/day in Cape Town. Luckily, Urban Hive Backpackers has parking on site for guests who choose this method of transportation. One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Cape Town Intl Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

  • How close is Urban Hive Backpackers from the Cape Town city center?

    Urban Hive Backpackers is just 0.3 km away from the center of City Centre, Cape Town. From Urban Hive Backpackers you can easily get to other popular landmarks such as District Six Museum.

  • What is the Urban Hive Backpackers phone number?

    For assistance regarding your reservation at Urban Hive Backpackers please call +27 214 220 565.

  • Does Urban Hive Backpackers have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Urban Hive Backpackers has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at Urban Hive Backpackers?

    Urban Hive Backpackers check-out time is 10:00 AM, though late check-out may be accommodated if agreed in advance with the hotel reception.

  • How much does it cost to stay at Urban Hive Backpackers, Cape Town?

    Urban Hive Backpackers room prices depend on your dates, room type and availability. The average price found recently is C$ 51/night, with the best deals starting from C$ 17/night. To see current deals, enter your dates in the form above.

  • Does Urban Hive Backpackers have a laundry service?

    Urban Hive Backpackers does have a laundry service. Contact the property for details. Guests also have access to an iron and an ironing board during their stay - either in the room, or by asking the front desk.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Urban Hive Backpackers?

    For the best chance to save money on your Urban Hive Backpackers reservation, consider staying in July, when prices are typically at their lowest (C$ 30).

  • In what area of Cape Town is Urban Hive Backpackers located?

    Urban Hive Backpackers is located within the City Centre area of Cape Town. Utilize the map on this page to understand where Urban Hive Backpackers is in relation to the rest of Cape Town.

  • What is the cheapest day to check into Urban Hive Backpackers?

    Consider checking into Urban Hive Backpackers on Tuesday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of C$ 21).

  • How far is Urban Hive Backpackers from Green Point Stadium?

    Urban Hive Backpackers is a good place to stay to see Green Point Stadium. It’s 2.4 km away.

  • Is Urban Hive Backpackers close to Artscape Theatre Centre?

    If you want to see Artscape Theatre Centre while visiting Cape Town, Urban Hive Backpackers is just 1.5 km away.

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