- Jolling
Jolling is a wonderful Afrikaans word for PARTYwhy-because-you-canING. And there’s lots of it in Southern Africa because the people are friendly , the beer is cheap and the nightlife whatever you want it to be. This icon tells you when to put on your dancing shoes.
- Baz Bus
The Baz Bus is a hop-on’ hop-off backpackers bus that has a variety of routes around South Africa. It’s an easy way to get from A to B and a fun way to meet other travellers. We have only included it to help you plan your route. This icon shows you all the Baz Bus stops.
- Fair Trade
A business marked with this symbol is Fair Trade accredited .
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| Physical address........ 74 New Church Street Tamboerskloof 8001 |
Cape Town's first backpacking hostel is still going strong and offers excellent facilities.
This award winning 5 star backpacking hostel is Cape Town’s original backpacker.
Superbly situated with easy access to the city, Table Mountain and the gorgeous beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay, it’s super organised, friendly, fun and home to many a travelling legend. The swimming pool winks at the mountain, the café’s food hits the spot, the braais are not to be missed, and after 19 years of practise they have taking care of travellers down pat. But these are just some of the reasons why The Backpack is so popular.
The rest make it a good idea to book ahead. Like their beautiful Afro-chic rooms. And their encyclopedic knowledge of travel. Not to mention the regular stuff like their wicked bar, a pool table, DSTV, wi-fi, an ATM, a travel desk and car hire...
This is a great place to ease into your African holiday. Or to plan it. Or to end it.
Accredited by Fair Trade, their mission in life is making a difference to their community, to their staff and to the environment.
Dorms from R110; Doubles from R450; Singles from R350. Individual safes. Laundry. All meals available. 5 stars.
From the Waterfront drive along Buitengracht Street (M62) towards Table Mountain. You’ll see them where the road splits. Next right, right again and right into the parking area.
