Hostels in Cape Town

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Travel insights for hostels in Cape Town

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Cape Town including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cape Town is January (C$ 25). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cape Town is June (C$ 126).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cape Town is Tuesday (C$ 33). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is C$ 68.

Cheapest hostels in Cape Town, South Africa

Discover affordable stays in Cape Town that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cape Town can be found for as low as C$ 41 per night. There is currently one property in Cape Town that can be booked for this price. Urban Hive Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026
Out of the hostels in Cape Town we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
208 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 41
Avg. per night
91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 51
Avg. per night
57 Milton Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 54
Avg. per night
16 St Johns Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 56
Avg. per night
179 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
C$ 58
Avg. per night
11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 75
Avg. per night
107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 82
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Cape Town

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Cape Town to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Cape Town at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.
Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Cape Town.
3 stars
107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
C$ 82
57 Milton Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
C$ 54
2 stars and under
91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
C$ 51
11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
C$ 75
179 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
C$ 58
208 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
C$ 41

Other accommodations in Cape Town

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Cape Town. There are 10,943 properties in Cape Town and price data was last updated on 3 April 2026. The average price for a hotel in Cape Town is C$ 58/night.
108 Main Road St.James, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
21.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 294
Avg. per night
18 Mount Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
19.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 81
Avg. per night
Alexander Road, 8, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
5.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 133
Avg. per night
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
25.9 km from city centre
C$ 110
Avg. per night
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
7.2 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 975
Avg. per night
Portswood Road, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 233
Avg. per night

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 3 April 2026.
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Facts about staying in Cape Town

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cape Town to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 3 April 2026.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?

    On average, it’s C$ 59/night for a hostel in Cape Town, though C$ 48/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 14/night in Cape Town. Try to avoid booking your hostel in June (the most expensive month). Booking in April (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Cape Town?

    Never at Home Green Point boasts a 8.9/10 review rating from 1,721 users, making it the best hostel in Cape Town.

  • What hostel is closest to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    It is 13.3 km to get from Cape Town Intl Airport to Green Elephant Backpackers (the nearest Cape Town hostel to the airport).

  • What is the most popular hostel in Cape Town closest to South African Astronomical Observatory?

    Green Elephant Backpackers is the most popular hostel in Cape Town that’s close to South African Astronomical Observatory (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 1.2 km from Green Elephant Backpackers to South African Astronomical Observatory. While there may be other hostels near South African Astronomical Observatory, Green Elephant Backpackers is highly rated (7.2/10) by 521 users.

  • Should I stay in a Cape Town hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Cape Town hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Cape Town.

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

    Yes, there are hostels in Cape Town with “Wi-Fi” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 8 hostels have the “Wi-Fi” amenity in the Cape Town area. 91 Loop Boutique Hostel is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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