Big Blue Backpackers | Hostel in Cape Town

| 7.1 (708 Reviews) |   54 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  20 Guests
Green Point Hostel | Big Blue Backpackers

54 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 54 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: View, Guest Services, TV, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 708 reviews with the average score of 7.1 . 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 54 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.

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

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
Lauren
Jan 2, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   7
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

Toilet paper, Toilet, Shower, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom

Services

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

General

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

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

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

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

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

Services

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

Living Area

Desk

General

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

View

Mountain view, Inner courtyard view, Pool view, View

Outdoors

Terrace, Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

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

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

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

Services

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

General

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

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

Cleaning products

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

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

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Shallow end, 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

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

Services

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

General

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

View

Landmark view, Garden view, View

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

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

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

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

Services

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

General

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

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

City view

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

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

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Shallow end

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

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

Services

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

General

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

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

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

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Shallow end

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

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

Services

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

General

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

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

Pool view

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

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

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Shallow end

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

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

Services

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

General

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

View

View

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

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

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

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

Services

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

General

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

Outdoors

Private pool

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

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

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Shallow end

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

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

Services

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

General

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

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

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

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Shallow end
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

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