33 South Backpackers

4.0 star property
Cape Town hostel with bar/lounge
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Exterior
Standard Suite, Accessible (BoKaap)
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Tygerberg)
Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom (Khayelitsha)
Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom (Khayelitsha)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar/lounge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • BBQ(s)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom (Jouge)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Tygerberg)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom (Khayelitsha)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Suite, Accessible (BoKaap)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom (Kalk Bay)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom (D6)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Map
48 Trill Road, Observatory, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925

What's nearby

  • Groote Schuur Hospital - 11 min walk
  • University of Cape Town - 17 min walk
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 6 min drive
  • Long Street - 6 min drive
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 12 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 12 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 27 min drive
  • Observatory Station - 3 min walk
  • Mowbray Station - 15 min walk
  • Salt River Station - 20 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Timbuktu Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Stones - Observatory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pancho's Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mango Ginger - ‬5 min walk

About this property

33 South Backpackers

33 South Backpackers puts you within a 10-minute drive of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Cape Town Cruise Terminal. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free breakfast is available daily. Also, Cape Town Stadium and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens are within a short drive. Public transportation is close by: Observatory Station is only 3 minutes on foot.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 6 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 12
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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 12

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No on-site parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast each morning 7 AM–9 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Shower only

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: ZAR 50.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 180.00 per vehicle (return)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 180 per night

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

33 South Backpackers Hostel Cape Town
33 South Backpackers Hostel
33 South Backpackers Cape Town
33 South Backpackers
33 South Backpackers Cape Town
33 South Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
33 South Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does 33 South Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, 33 South Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at 33 South Backpackers?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at 33 South Backpackers?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at 33 South Backpackers.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by 33 South Backpackers?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 180.00 per vehicle return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at 33 South Backpackers?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at 33 South Backpackers?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (11-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at 33 South Backpackers and nearby?
33 South Backpackers has a picnic area.
What's the area around 33 South Backpackers like?
33 South Backpackers is a short 3-minute walk from Observatory Station and 17 minutes' walk from University of Cape Town.

33 South Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Good value for money
Good value for money
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