The Backpack

74 New Church Street, Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa

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Great, 9.0

Fantastic bar

Clean rooms

Good value

138 guest reviews

Located in City Bowl and within walking distance of the city centre, the Backpack offers comfortable rooms and features laundry facilities, an outdoor pool and a safe.

This waterfront hostel has a currency exchange and a car rental desk. Amenities at the hostel include a snack bar, luggage storage and a garden. There is an atm/cash machine within the hostel.

The Backpack has 33 spacious and comfortable rooms. An internet connection is also available.

The Backpack also provides a restaurant and a bar. A large variety of dining options can also be found nearby.

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is under a 30-minute drive from the Backpack. Parliament of South Africa, Mutual Building and Parliament Of South Africa are each within a 20-minute walk.

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Hotel Features

General

Restaurant, Bar / Lounge, Non-Smoking Rooms, Towels, Shower, Coffee Shop/Cafeteria, Packed Lunches, Vending Machines

Activities

Swimming pool, Tour Desk, Excursions, Garden, Pool Outdoor

Services

Currency Exchange, Safe-Deposit Box, ATM / Cash Machine, Bicycle Rental, Shops, Photocopier, Desk, Luggage Storage, Designated Smoking Area, Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Self Laundry

Internet

High-speed Internet is available at this hotel.

Parking

The hotel has free parking. There is an airport shuttle that runs from the hotel.

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From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Prior to 10:00 AM

Guest Reviews

A summary of 138 guest reviews

31 guests mentioned the bar in a review, 30 thought it had a great atmosphere and selection
We found 23 reviews that said the rooms were clean
31 mentioned the cost of their booking in a review, 26 thought it was a fair price
Eight guests reviewed the hotel beds, eight said they were very clean
55 guests mentioned the staff in a review, 50 found them helpful and polite
We found 72 reviews that said the hotel is in a convenient location