Title: Hout Bay Backpackers Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hout Bay Backpackers Hostel in Cape Town with free parking ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46530000/46526900/46526825/6d503d30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Double Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46530000/46526900/46526825/5030acad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46530000/46526900/46526825/c694be47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46530000/46526900/46526825/8f04c3d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46530000/46526900/46526825/9e3e525d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hout Bay Backpackers offers a cozy home base with a warm lobby fireplace and sunny terrace for relaxation. Guests can enjoy the TV lounge and free WiFi. Helpful multilingual staff and self-parking ensure a hassle-free stay in Hout Bay. ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping - Laundry - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi £75 includes taxes & fees 12 Dec - 13 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 29 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=46526825&PinnedHotelID=46526825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=46526825&PinnedHotelID=46526825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 30 - Dec 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=46526825&PinnedHotelID=46526825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=46526825&PinnedHotelID=46526825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=46526825&PinnedHotelID=46526825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=46526825&PinnedHotelID=46526825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=46526825&PinnedHotelID=46526825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=46526825&PinnedHotelID=46526825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Family Double Room | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46530000/46526900/46526825/f3e7b13f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Double Room ### Highlights Fridge Fan Private bathroom Microwave Rice cooker Cookware/dishes/utensils Free bottled water Oven - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46530000/46526900/46526825/0c952e52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory ### Highlights Fridge Fan Private bathroom Microwave Free bottled water Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils - Partial ocean view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Shared Dormitory | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46530000/46526900/46526825/457e2dc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory ### Highlights Fridge Fan Private bathroom Microwave Free bottled water Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils - Partial sea view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-Hout-Bay-Backpackers.h46526825.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-Hout-Bay-Backpackers.h46526825.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.04591%2C18.34924&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KajltB4r3pcKtSF7opxvi97SYoM=) Harbour Rd & North Shore Drive, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7806 #### What's nearby - Hout Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Hout Bay Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Mainstream Village & Mall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Bay Harbour Market - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Table Mountain National Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile #### Getting around - Cape Town Station - 37 min drive - Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mariner's Wharf - ‬3 min walk - ‪Lookout Deck - ‬8 min walk - ‪Dunes - ‬18 min walk - ‪Hout Bay Coffee - ‬16 min walk - ‪Fish On The Rocks - ‬17 min walk ## About this property ### Hout Bay Backpackers Hostel located in Hout Bay You can look forward to a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception at Hout Bay Backpackers. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff and a TV in reception Room features All guestrooms at Hout Bay Backpackers include comforts such as safes and free bottled water. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with baths or showers - Communal kitchens, fridges and microwaves ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114890000/114887700/114887683/28d2a470.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brightwater Lodge Hout Bay - Parking included - Breakfast available - Housekeeping £43 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=114887683&PinnedHotelID=114887683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63500000/63494700/63494685/b04f17c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Sky Cape Town Cape Town City Centre - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 321 reviews £80 includes taxes & fees 12 Dec - 13 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=63494685&PinnedHotelID=63494685&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Executive lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3866800/3866797/5f38d9ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mariner Guesthouse Simon's Town - 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9 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=12308678&PinnedHotelID=12308678&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Onsite parking available only on request - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site parking ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Outdoors - Terrace ### More - Designated smoking areas - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Free bottled water - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Rice cooker - Shared kitchen access - Toaster ### More - Fan - Iron/ironing board on request - Safe - Shared accommodation ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Hout Bay Backpackers Cape Town Hout Bay Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hout Bay Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hout Bay Backpackers pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Hout Bay Backpackers? > As of 29 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hout Bay Backpackers on 12 Dec 2025 start from £75.06, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Hout-Bay-Backpackers.h46526825.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Hout Bay Backpackers? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hout Bay Backpackers? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Hout Bay Backpackers? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Hout Bay Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Hout Bay Backpackers located? > Located in Hout Bay, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hout Bay Harbour, Hout Bay Beach and Bay Harbour Market. Table Mountain National Park and Hout Bay Craft Market are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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