V & A Backpackers
City-center guesthouse within easy reach of University of Cape Town
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At V & A Backpackers, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street. Guests will have free perks like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include washing machines and refrigerators. Public transportation is close by: Salt River Station is just 14 minutes by foot.
Popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Laundry facilities
- 24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- Near the beach
- Terrace
- 24-hour front desk
- Air conditioning
- Garden
- Communal living room
- Convenience store
- Microwave in a common area
- Refrigerator in a common area
- Water dispenser
- Laundry service
Feel at home (6)
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Separate sitting area
- Garden
- Terrace
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry facilities
$33 nightly
$38 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Total with taxes and fees
Room options
Economy Shared Dormitory, Patio, City View
Highlights
Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Washing machine
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
- City view
- 135 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Twin Bunk Beds
Economy Shared Dormitory, Patio, City View
Highlights
Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Washing machine
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 10
- 5 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the neighborhood
336 Victoria Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, Western Cape, 7925
What's nearby
- District 6 - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Old Biscuit Mill - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Table Mountain National Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Groote Schuur Hospital - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- University of Cape Town - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
- Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 16 min drive
- Cape Town Station - 10 min drive
- Cape Town Bellville Station - 16 min drive
- Salt River Station - 14 min walk
- Woodstock Station - 21 min walk
- Esplanade Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
- Stellski Cafe and Coffee Bar - 11 min walk
- Pizza Connection - 9 min walk
- The Pot Luck Club & Gallery - 11 min walk
- Shamani Indian Restaurant - 8 min walk
- Akoo Coffee - 9 min walk
About this property
V & A Backpackers
At V & A Backpackers, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street. Guests will have free perks like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include washing machines and refrigerators. Public transportation is close by: Salt River Station is just 14 minutes by foot.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 4 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
- No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
- Free secured onsite self parking
Other information
- Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Charcoal grills
- Free daily reception
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
- Water dispenser
Traveling with children
- Grocery/convenience store
What to do
- Shopping
- Beach nearby
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Dry cleaning/laundry services
- Luggage storage
Facilities
- Garden
- Picnic area
- Terrace
- Television in common areas
- Communal living room
- Lockers available
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
- Visual alarms in hallways
- No elevator (single level property)
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
- Air conditioning and heating
- Iron/ironing board
- Washing machine
- Window screens
- Laundry detergent
Sleep well
- Blackout drapes/curtains
What to enjoy
- Patio
- Separate sitting area
Freshen up
- Shower only
- Free toiletries
- Towels
- Toilet paper
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free newspapers
- Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and free wired internet
- Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Shared kitchen access
- Stovetop
- Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
- Daily housekeeping (surcharge)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
V & A Backpackers Guesthouse
V & A Backpackers Western Cape
V & A Backpackers Guesthouse Western Cape
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at V & A Backpackers?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at V & A Backpackers?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at V & A Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at V & A Backpackers?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (10-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at V & A Backpackers and nearby?
V & A Backpackers has a picnic area and a garden.
Does V & A Backpackers have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around V & A Backpackers like?
V & A Backpackers is in Salt River, a short 13-minute walk from District 6 and 18 minutes' walk from Groote Schuur Hospital.
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