Big Blue Backpackers | Hostel in Cape Town

| 7.2 (744 Reviews) |   49 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  25 Guests
Green Point Hostel | Big Blue Backpackers

49 Bedroom Hostel in Green Point, Cape Town

Big Blue Backpackers is located in Green Point and within 10 minutes' walk from the famous V&A Waterfront. The Victorian mansion offers free WiFi connection, and it has an outdoor swimming pool. The lodge features dormitory rooms with a shared bathroom, and private rooms with a private bathroom. The rooms are bright and simply furnished with wooden floors. There is a bar at the lodge. A number of restaurants serving a range of different cuisines can be found within 0.6 mi from the property. The front desk at Big Blue Backpackers is open 24-hours a day, and a tour desk is available for guests to use when planning their outings. Free street parking is available. The Cape Town International Airport is 16 mi from the lodge.

Big Blue Backpackers is located in Cape Town.

This 49 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Security/Safety, Bar, Guest Services, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 744 reviews with the average score of 7.2 . Coming to Cape Town and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 49 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Cape Town. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Big Blue Backpackers in Cape Town is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Big Blue Backpackers”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Snack bar
  • Wine/Champagne
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Parking
  • Street parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Pool table
  • Bike tours
  • Ping-pong
  • Walking tours
  • Bar crawls
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Family rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Safe
Guest Services
  • Lockers
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Private check-in/out
  • Laundry
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Car rental
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Security alarm
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out
Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, this property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.9
Location:
8.97
Staff:
8.47
Facilities:
7.35
Comfort:
7.44
Cleanliness:
7.52
Rico
Aug 28, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
South Africa
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Lockers, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Key access, Ironing facilities, Hardwood or parquet floors, Heating, Fan, Smoke Alarm

View

Garden view, Quiet street view, View

Outdoors

Terrace, Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Shallow end

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Double Room with Shared Facilities
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom, Towels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Desk

General

Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Key access, Ironing facilities, Hardwood or parquet floors, Heating, Fan, Smoke Alarm

View

Inner courtyard view, Mountain view, View, Pool view

Outdoors

Terrace, Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Shallow end

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet, Towels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Key access, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Fan

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

Cleaning products

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool with a view

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared toilet, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Lockers, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Key access, Ironing facilities, Heating, Fan, Smoke Alarm

View

Garden view, Landmark view, View

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Shallow end

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Twin Room with Shared Facilities
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 14 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Body soap, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom, Towels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Key access, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Fan

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

City view

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Family Room with Bathroom
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet, Towels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Tile/Marble floor, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Key access, Ironing facilities, Heating, Fan, Smoke Alarm

Living Area

Sofa

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

Cleaning products

View

City view

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
4-Bed Family Room with Shared Facilities
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Bunk bed Bed
4-Bed Family Room with Shared Facilities

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom, Towels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Key access, Ironing facilities, Hardwood or parquet floors, Heating, Fan, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

Pool view

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
8-Bed Female Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared toilet, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Lockers, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Key access, Ironing facilities, Heating, Fan, Smoke Alarm

View

View

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Shallow end

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
6-Bed Mixed Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared toilet, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom, Towels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Lockers, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Key access, Ironing facilities, Heating, Fan, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Shallow end

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
6-Bed Family Room with Shared Facilities
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
4 Bunk bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Body soap, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom, Towels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Key access, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Fan

View

Quiet street view, View

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Small Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom, Towels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Key access, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels
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