The Backpack and Africa Travel Centre

Selected as Cape Town's best backpacker sleep by Lonely Planet 2005 and 2006!

The Hostel has been accredited by Fair Trade in Tourism (a trade mark awarded to businesses that adhere to fair trade criteria, fair wages and working conditions, fair operations, purchasing and distribution of benefits, ethical business practices and respect for human rights, culture and the environment).

Graded as a 5 Star Backpacker by The South African Grading Council: 'offering superior comfort and quality with a high standard of furnishings and guest care'

South Africa's original backpacker and travel agency. Simply the best place to make your travel arrangements! All the facilities you can expect from a great hotel such as stylishly decorated double rooms, some en-suite, private electronic safes. Also on offer are off peak specials and a buzzy internet cafe - a place to meet like-minded international travellers.

Please make sure you read and understand the Terms/Cancellation Policy.

Property Facilities

• Restaurant
• Car Parking Available
• Internet Access
• Laundry
• Airport Pick Up
• Bicycle Hire
• Linen Included
• Credit Cards Accepted
• Bar
• Towels
• Security Lockers
• Luggage Storage
• Swimming Pool
• Children Friendly
• Guest Kitchen
• Telephone/Fax Facilities
• 24 Hour Reception
• Travel Desk/Travel Info
• Bureau de Change
• Common Room
• No Curfew
• No Lockout
• Bike Parking
• BBQ Area
• Taxes included in price
• Breakfast Not Included
• Pets Accepted
• Babysitting Service
• 24 hours check in
• WiFi in lobby
• Web access in lobby

Not too laid back, not too loud, guests love The Backpack and it's easy to see why. For years it has stayed ahead of the crowd by constantly adapting, yet always offering top notch accommodation for the price and wonderfully clued-up service from its desk - Lonely Planet 2005

'the most comfortable and best-run in town........one of the best backpacker travel centres around. Recommended.' - Footprints 2004

Tuesday Nights: Traditional BBQ

Thursday Nights: Drum Circle - learn to drum an African drum