Title: THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=11589986&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Travelers find adventure and relaxation near Cape Town Stadium and Cruise Terminal, with pool lounging and arcade games just steps from their rooms ## Photo gallery for THE BIG Luxury Backpackers ![Econo room with detached bathroom | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - THE BIG Luxury Backpackers (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/b4a6585d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Basic Double or Twin Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - THE BIG Luxury Backpackers (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/00b35e8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - THE BIG Luxury Backpackers (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/75916c3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - THE BIG Luxury Backpackers (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/a0ece913.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - THE BIG Luxury Backpackers (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/22627fa9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies THE BIG Luxury Backpackers in Green Point offers continental breakfast, free WiFi, an outdoor pool, arcade room, library, and barbecue grills. Its prime location places visitors in the heart of Cape Town. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Bar - Laundry room - Housekeeping £66 includes taxes & fees 19 Jan - 20 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 13 - Jan 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=11589986&PinnedHotelID=11589986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=11589986&PinnedHotelID=11589986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=11589986&PinnedHotelID=11589986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=11589986&PinnedHotelID=11589986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=11589986&PinnedHotelID=11589986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=11589986&PinnedHotelID=11589986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=11589986&PinnedHotelID=11589986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=11589986&PinnedHotelID=11589986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/fa45ddae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer Dishwasher Smart TV Blackout curtains Detached private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Toaster - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Econo room with detached bathroom ![Econo room with detached bathroom | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/b4a6585d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Econo room with detached bathroom ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer Dishwasher Smart TV Blackout curtains Detached private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Toaster - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/c53eb9f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Dishwasher Smart TV Blackout curtains Detached private bathroom Microwave - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Bugdet double room ![Bugdet double room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/aa82f55d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bugdet double room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer Dishwasher Smart TV Blackout curtains Detached private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Toaster - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room ![Comfort Double Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/150bb7f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer Dishwasher Smart TV Blackout curtains Detached private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Toaster - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory ![Comfort Shared Dormitory | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/c795331a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Shared Dormitory 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer Dishwasher Smart TV Blackout curtains Detached private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Toaster - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/d9723c59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer Dishwasher Smart TV 2 bedrooms Blackout curtains Detached private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Beds and 2 King Beds ### View all photos for Basic Double or Twin Room ![Basic Double or Twin Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/00b35e8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer Dishwasher Smart TV Blackout curtains Detached private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Toaster - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11590000/11590000/11589986/2a48903e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer Dishwasher Smart TV Blackout curtains Detached private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Toaster - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-The-BIG-Backpackers.h11589986.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-The-BIG-Backpackers.h11589986.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-33.91037%2C18.40918&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gbFhaVwow3yKpMIbgaSD_kfNUOU=) 18 Thornhill Road, Green Point, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005 #### What's nearby - Table Mountain National Park \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Green Point Park \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Two Oceans Aquarium \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Greenpoint Market \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Cape Town Stadium \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Cape Town Station - 6 min drive - Observatory Station - 8 min drive - Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ninety One - ‬6 min walk - ‪Nobu - The One&Only Cape Town - ‬16 min walk - ‪Shift Espresso Bar - ‬6 min walk - ‪Jasons Bakery - ‬5 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk ## About this property ### THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Hotel near Cape Town Stadium Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and a library. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and barbecues - A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and concierge services - A vending machine Room features All guest rooms at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers include amenities, such as free WiFi. 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check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking 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 ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 450 per person (one-way) 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; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### Property is also known as B.I.G Backpackers House Cape Town B.I.G Backpackers House B.I.G Backpackers Cape Town B.I.G Backpackers B.I.G Backpackers Guesthouse Cape Town B.I.G Backpackers Guesthouse The BIG The B.I.G Backpackers The Big Backpackers Cape Town THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Hotel THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Cape Town THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Hotel Cape Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Does THE BIG Luxury Backpackers have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers? ### Is THE BIG Luxury Backpackers pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers? ### What time is check-in at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers? ### What time is check-out at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers? ### Does THE BIG Luxury Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is THE BIG Luxury Backpackers located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 47 8 - Good 17 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 7 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was clean and very spacious. The staff are very friendly and helpful. I felt safe and welcomed. I would definitely stay here again and will reccommend to others too. ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Xinjie 21 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities It's fantastic! room's clean and will be clean up every day! The staffs is very nice and professional, we had a Baar party on Friday, the Africa food is so nice! looking forward to back next year! ##### Xinjie Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 2 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities If I'm back in CPT I will book this place again! ##### Jennifer Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Quentin 2 Jan 2025 Liked: Amenities Great place, with amazing staff. Good, quiet location. Easy to walk to town or to the sea (during the day). It’s not a hostel as you have your own room, but shared kitchen/dining area. Would come again ##### Quentin Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Viktoria 14 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very nice backpacker place! 👌 Wonderful staff and spirit! Very nice! ##### Viktoria Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah 30 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good ##### Sarah Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel 30 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities First of all the staff are lovely, the welcome I received and the check ins each day to ask what I had planned were much appreciated. The room was perfect for what I needed, might have been a bit tight for two with luggage. The parking is good, I didn’t struggle to get a space either in the courtyard or on the driveway at the front even returning late at night. Breakfast was good with plenty of fresh fruit. ##### Daniel Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Brian 19 Jan 2025 Liked: Staff & service It’s a decent hostel but not anything special. The dorm room was very overpriced for how limited your space is and I was expecting something spectacular because of the high price but it was far from that. ##### Brian Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marzieh 8 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### What a cultural and cozy place We had a extra ordinary service . Thanks to jaklin for her easy check in and as airline lost our luggage , Melissa she spend a lot of time to track our luggage and make sure everything is going to be ok with us.she was so so helpful. I appreciate her time. Breakfast was nice and had variety. ##### Marzieh Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janina 20 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had 4 nights at THE BIG and loved our stay there. It is just 15-20minutes away from Waterfront (by foot) and it is a safe and calm area. The staff is extremely friendly and is giving their best to assist in every moment. Our room (Double) was small but absolutely sufficient and the bed was comfy. They are cleaning the room (and whole accomodation) every day. Breakfast is simple but tasty and it is possible to bring own additions or to cook some eggs in the morning since there is a fully equiped kitchen. Parking lot is secured by an automatic gate. Also very nice people there to connect :) we would definitely recommend this place! ##### Janina Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Rúbia 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hospedagem ok A estadia foi razoavel. Ficamos em um quarto com banheiro, agua com uma pressao boa, cama grande. O café da manhã achei que não tinha muitas opções... bem fraco. E achei ruim que nao tinhamos tag para abrir o portão e toda hora tínhamos que depender de alguém para abrir. ##### Rúbia Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Filipe 31 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excelente localização, atendimento impecável, pessoal do hotel muito simpático e prestativo. Tudo excelente ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/01fdeca4-a46e-4747-89e9-c3de29221542-1748682493341.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Filipe Stayed 8 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Robin 28 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Chanbre petite et sans meuble de rangement ni chaise ou table, salle de bain minuscule et qui fuit. Déco sympa et chambre propre, concept auberge de jeunesse, on mange a la même table que tous et si on veut un oeuf le matin faut se le faire soi même, faut adherer au concept. Rapport qualité prix mediocre ##### Robin Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Catherine 5 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel sympa dans une zone résidentielle agréable. Dispose d'un parking et d'une petite piscine. Nous avions 2 chambres, une très agréable et une autre un peu petite mais confortable. Bon petit déjeuner continental (pain, céréales, fruits) avec la possibilité de se faire des oeufs. ##### Catherine Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thebestbackpack 9 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities They provide things that make staying in a dorm much more comfortable, like plenty of clothes hooks and towel racks, good fans, lockers. ##### Thebestbackpack Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 5 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Cordialità, disponibilità , pulizia , correttezza , eccellenti !!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liselotte 2 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### B.I.G. överraskar Gångavstånd till Waterfront o mycket trevligt bemötande o boende. Vi kommer gärna tillbaka till det här mysiga o personliga stället. ##### Liselotte Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sebastien 29 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Séjour août 2019 Accueil très chaleureux. Certains hôteliers devraient s’en inspirer ! A votre service dans toutes vos demandes Toujours souriant ! Ne changez rien ##### sebastien Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Far exceeded expectation. Staff were acceptional. Would stay again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francisco 12 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### great hostel Great hostel. Very clean and superb location near supermarket and restaurants. Went on a few tours (expensive) but Worth it. I had a seizure during a tour and they where very helpful and caring all the time of my stay. Thanks you guys. ##### Francisco Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANA, Rio de Janeiro 22 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Eu e .inha familia nos sentimos em casa de amigos. Astral maravilhoso. Lugar aconchegante e muito proximo do Waterfront, restaurates em Green Point e Table Mountain. Recomendo muito!!!!! Sempre que voltarmos a Cape Town ficaremos aqui ❤ ##### ANA Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Bruna 14 Jan 2019 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Bom custo benefício Ótimo local, com profissionais bem prestativos! ##### Bruna Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Jonathan 14 Sept 2018 #### BIG Backpackers BIG Backpackers is very homey-it really does feel like a home away from home. The location is really good and the staff are really cool. They have 2 nights where they take groups out on the town. The only downside is the breakfast is really basic. ##### Jonathan Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony 25 Jul 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Maybe the best hostel I been to ? These people redefine hostel stay. Cannot believe I even made new friends. The place is neat and nice - friendly team and staff. More or less like a family. We even had a dinner together. Totally recommended. Safe, etc etc. Go for it if you are in CT and looking for a place to crash. Great washrooms, and wifi and breakfast and .. ##### Tony Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dominik, Düsseldorf 25 Apr 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Tolles Hostel in ruhiger zentraler Lage Ich war jetzt schon zum 3\. Mal dort zu Gast und ich muss sagen es ist irgendwie wie nach Hause kommen. Die gesamte Belegschaft ist Mega freundlich und hilfsbereit. Jeder Tag beginnt mit einem gemeinsamen Frühstück bei dem Aktivitäten für den Tag erarbeitet und geplant werden oder einfach Kontakte zu Mitbewohnern entstehen. ##### Dominik Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Ocean View House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Ocean-View-House.h3091584.Hotel-Information) > > [The Old Foundry Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Old-Foundry-Hotel.h57820595.Hotel-Information) > > [The Portswood Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Portswood-VA-Waterfront.h526896.Hotel-Information) > > [The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Alphen-Boutique-Hotel.h46794.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Rockefeller-Hotel.h71673357.Hotel-Information) > > [Krystal Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Krystal-Beach-Hotel.h15651822.Hotel-Information) > > [Southern Sun The Cullinan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Southern-Sun-The-Cullinan.h118030.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Taj-Cape-Town.h3016361.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Waterfront.h545852.Hotel-Information) > > [Tintswalo Boulders](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Tintswalo-At-Boulders-Boutique-Villa.h31526122.Hotel-Information) > > [President Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-President-Hotel.h526107.Hotel-Information) > > [ONOMO Hotel Waterfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Signature-Lux-Hotel-By-ONOMO.h27811489.Hotel-Information) > > [The Clarendon - Fresnaye](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Clarendon-Fresnaye.h3004641.Hotel-Information) > > [Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Lagoon-Beach-Hotel-Spa.h1320739.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Westin-Cape-Town.h916261.Hotel-Information) > > [The Manor House at the Queen Victoria Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Manor-House-At-The-Queen-Victoria-Hotel.h19310581.Hotel-Information) > > [Pepperclub Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Pepperclub-Hotel.h3534309.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Sky Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Hotel-Sky-Cape-Town.h63494685.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Bay-Hotel.h18132.Hotel-Information) > > [The Commodore Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Commodore-Hotel.h83744.Hotel-Information) > > [Vineyard Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Vineyard-Hotel.h523689.Hotel-Information) > > [Living Hotel Lions Eye](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Houghton-View-Guest-House.h10633636.Hotel-Information) > > [Mountain Marina Luxury Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Mountain-Marina-Luxury-Apartments.h24940058.Hotel-Information) > > [Victoria and Alfred Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Victoria-Alfred-Hotel.h46797.Hotel-Information) > > [Pullman Cape Town City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Pullman-Cape-Town-City-Centre.h17925242.Hotel-Information) > > [The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Onyx-Apartment-Hotel.h28825118.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Radisson-RED-Hotel-VA-Waterfront-Cape-Town.h18644202.Hotel-Information) > > [City Lodge Hotel Victoria And Alfred Waterfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-City-Lodge-Hotel-Victoria-And-Alfred-Waterfront.h485189.Hotel-Information) > > [AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-AC-Hotel-By-Marriott-Cape-Town-Waterfront.h29305328.Hotel-Information) ---