Title: Riverlodge 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) # Riverlodge Backpackers Hostel in Cape Town with nightclub and coffee shop/cafe ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/07881ed7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/4911d700.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/d9430678.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/0020b68c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/f40dec29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Riverlodge Backpackers sits near the city center, offering convenient perks including a complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle and public area WiFi. On cool evenings, guests gather at the firepit, while an area shuttle makes exploring nearby attractions simple and stress-free. 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included - Kitchen - Free WiFi £26 includes taxes & fees 28 Oct - 29 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 22 - Oct 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=15165533&PinnedHotelID=15165533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=15165533&PinnedHotelID=15165533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 23 - Oct 24](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=15165533&PinnedHotelID=15165533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=15165533&PinnedHotelID=15165533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=15165533&PinnedHotelID=15165533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=15165533&PinnedHotelID=15165533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=15165533&PinnedHotelID=15165533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=15165533&PinnedHotelID=15165533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 14 of 14 rooms ![Basic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/3400898e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom ### Highlights Separate bedroom 10 bathrooms Shared/communal kitchen Desk Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Classic 5-Bed Family Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/8a669e24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic 5-Bed Family Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 5 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Standard Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/91721817.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights 10 bathrooms Shared/communal kitchen Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/771ec7f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/e7960b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking ### Highlights Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/b663faa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Exclusive Quadruple Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights 10 bathrooms Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Bunk Beds ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/b663faa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking ### Highlights 10 bathrooms Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Bunk Beds ![Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/e8dcaab5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking ### Highlights 5 bathrooms Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 12 - 6 Single Bunk Beds ![Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/22e1474d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Non Smoking ### Highlights 5 bathrooms Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - 43 sq ft - Sleeps 16 - 8 Single Bunk Beds ![Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/f40dec29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking ### Highlights 3 bathrooms Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - 322 sq ft - Sleeps 15 - 7 Single Bunk Beds ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/d3999355.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking ### Highlights 10 bathrooms Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - 236 sq ft - Sleeps 20 - 10 Single Bunk Beds ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/1d5ae8eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking ### Highlights 10 bathrooms Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 8 - 4 Single Bunk Beds ![Classic 4-Bed Family Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/1b53c8b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic 4-Bed Family Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - 236 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15170000/15165600/15165533/72293404.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking ### Highlights 10 bathrooms Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - 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[Visit our Cape Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town.dx6046820) [View more Hostels in Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hostels.d6046820-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-33.93952%2C18.48970&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Y63-UYpbnqk-uKIHt6JzES3QAh4=) Oude Molen Eco Village Alexandra Road, Pinelands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7405 ### What's nearby - University of Cape Town - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles - Canal Walk Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles - GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles - Long Street - 9 min drive - 4.4 miles - Cape Town International Convention Centre - 9 min drive - 4.6 miles ### Getting around - Cape Town Station - 14 min drive - Pinelands Station - 19 min walk - Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 10 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Omilo Greek Kitchen - ‬4 min drive - ‪Hoghouse Brewery, Bakery & Barbeque - ‬4 min drive - ‪Platō coffee - ‬4 min drive - ‪Novo Pizza + Wine - ‬2 min drive - ‪The Wild Fig Restaurant - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Riverlodge Backpackers Hostel near Cape Town International Convention Centre Consider a stay at Riverlodge Backpackers and take advantage of a nightclub, a terrace and a firepit. 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Garden - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Terrace - Vegetable garden ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Front entrance ramp - Gravel flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals 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 ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 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. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as Riverlodge Backpackers Hostel Cape Town Riverlodge Backpackers Hostel Riverlodge Backpackers Cape Town Riverlodge Backpackers Cape Town Riverlodge Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Riverlodge Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Riverlodge Backpackers have a pool? > Yes, this property has outdoor pool access. ### How much does it cost to stay at Riverlodge Backpackers? > As of 22 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverlodge Backpackers on 28 Oct 2025 start from £26.15, 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-Riverlodge-Backpackers.h15165533.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Riverlodge Backpackers pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Riverlodge Backpackers? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Riverlodge Backpackers? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Riverlodge Backpackers? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Does Riverlodge Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM-10:30 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 300 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Riverlodge Backpackers located? > Situated in Cape Town, this hostel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Vincent Pallotti Hospital and within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Cape Town and Groote Schuur Hospital. Old Biscuit Mill and Table Mountain National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Pinelands Station is 19 minutes by foot and Maitland Station is 26 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Riverlodge Backpackers Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.8 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Location ### 7.8 Staff & service ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 7.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Bradley 9 Aug 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Avoid at all costs This place was terrible. To start, they tried to make me pay again when I already paid online. I had to speak to the owner on the phone who lied to me about it and was extremely rude. I booked two private rooms and they tried to make me share a room with another guest. I refused because I paid more to have my own room. They do not provide wifi like is advertised and when I pressed the owner, he gave me one coupon for 100mb internet for two rooms (4 people). I told him it was advertised online as free wifi and he got very angry. He insulted me and my nationality. The place is ok. It is very loud all night which made it difficult to sleep. The shower was only luke warm. Skip this place. Pay the extra little bit to stay somewhere else. ##### Bradley ### 10/10 Excellent #### N 13 Jan 2025 ##### N Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### herve 7 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### herve Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nico 29 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Nico Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Nico 16 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Nico Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 8 Sept 2018 Ok ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Nabeel 17 Aug 2018 #### You get what you pay for One night stay, nothing to rave about , the cheapest accommodation for the day in cape town. Very small though ##### Nabeel Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Godfrey , Lusaka 17 Aug 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### It is good for camping and for singles The hotel/lodge need more self contained rooms. The place is self cantering but some items bought can disappear easily. I was given a family room. Good water flow and hot water was available. ##### Godfrey Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [5 Star Hotels in Portpatrick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Portpatrick-Hotels.s50-0-d11285.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Boschendal Farm Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Boschendal-Farm-Estate.h15426059.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Pool in Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Hotels-With-Pool.0-0-d9272-tHotelswithPool.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Grand Beach Hotel Surfside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Grand-Beach-Hotel-Surfside.h437808.Hotel-Information) > > [De Zalze Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-De-Zalze-Lodge.h1752930.Hotel-Information) > > [Stellenbosch Manor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Stellenbosch-Manor.h38809147.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spier Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Spier-Hotel.h558209.Hotel-Information) > > [Avondrood Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Avondrood-Guest-House.h12640404.Hotel-Information) > > [Mont d'Or Franschhoek](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Mont-DOr-Franschhoek.h17036842.Hotel-Information) > > [Mont Rochelle Hotel & Vineyard](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Mont-Rochelle-Hotel-Vineyard.h11491984.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mecca-Hotels-Hilton-Makkah-Convention-Hotel.h18236503.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Siena](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Siena-Hotels.d9821.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Protea Hotel by Marriott Franschhoek](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Franschhoek.h1556523.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Highgrove House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Highgrove-House-Hotels.0-l6159019-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Palia Las Palomas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torremolinos-Hotels-Hotel-Palia-Las-Palomas.h1468154.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cliff Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Funchal-Hotels-The-Cliff-Bay.h190859.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa by Dream Resorts](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Le-Franschhoek-Hotel-And-Spa.h2712978.Hotel-Information) > > [Cuttle Bridge Inn Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Hotels-Cuttle-Bridge-Inn-Hotel.h19662860.Hotel-Information) > > [Franschhoek Country House and Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Franschhoek-Country-House-And-Villas.h3190240.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel EuroPark](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barcelona-Hotels-Hotel-EuroPark.h562080.Hotel-Information) > > [Jordan Wines Luxury Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Jordan-Wines-Luxury-Suites.h15153714.Hotel-Information) > > [Chapter House Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Chapter-House-Boutique-Hotel.h3155222.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Lagos (LOS) to Accra (ACC)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/los/acc/lagos-to-accra) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Charlotte (CLT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/clt/london-to-charlotte) > > [Flights from Liverpool (LPL) to Vienna (VIE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lpl/vie/liverpool-to-vienna) ### Activities > [Things to do in Berwick-upon-Tweed](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Berwick-Upon-Tweed.d182451.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Vale do Lobo Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vale-Do-Lobo.d6157711.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Gallery of Modern Art](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gallery-Of-Modern-Art-City-Centre-Glasgow.d6081461.Attraction)