“Don't be fooled by the 'backpacker' tag, there are eight en-suite double rooms and one family room! This hotel offers superb service, ensuring your stay in Cape Town is an unforgettable one, all activities booked at the drop of a hat. Communal kitchen, living, dining, and outdoor braai. Great fun.”

Recommended for

  • Families

    • The charming family rooms sleep up to four and come with private ensuite bathroom.
  • Local exploring

    • Five minutes walk from The Waterfront you are excellently located
  • Groups

    • The dorms are ideal accommodation for groups of friends
  • Other Activities

    • The hotel boasts an excellent concierge, and they'll be happy to help book any excursions
  • Sights nearby

    • The MyCiti bus line, is just outside, and connects you to most of the city’s top sites
  • Close to nightlife

    • The Waterfront is just a five minute walk from the hotel
  • Trekking

    • Hike up to 'The Table Top' - the top of Table Mountain
  • Cycling

    • Bikes are available to rent to explore the local area
  • Self catering

    • Shared kitchen
  • Less £

  • No restaurant

  • Full of character

  • Family Suites

  • Intimate

  • Child friendly

  • Quirky

  • Boutique

  • Townhouse

Facilities

  • Rooms

    19 rooms in this hotel
  • Parking

    Free of charge
  • Airport transfer

    Free of charge
  • Swimming Pool

    Outdoor pool
  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Communal Dining

  • No pets

  • Library

  • No restaurant

  • Family Suites

  • Safe

  • Wifi

  • Air conditioning

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Concierge

  • Sitting Room

  • Child friendly

Activities

  • Other Activities

    • The hotel boasts an excellent concierge, and they'll be happy to help book any excursions
  • Sights nearby

    • The MyCiti bus line, is just outside, and connects you to most of the city’s top sites
  • Close to nightlife

    • The Waterfront is just a five minute walk from the hotel
  • Trekking

    • Hike up to 'The Table Top' - the top of Table Mountain
  • Cycling

    • Bikes are available to rent to explore the local area

Map & Location

Other reviews

The B.I.G. Backpackers

B.I.G. is a wonderful hybrid backpacker and b&b, with 12 en-suite private double/triple/family rooms, six en-suite dorms and the most engaging hosts you could hope for. A fun, vibrant, affordable option that will introduce you to the best the city has to offer.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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