Located on iconic Long Street in the Cape Town City Centre, Long Street Backpackers is a party hostel with convenient features such as BBQ facilities, a sun terrace, and communal social areas. We offer dormitory, single, double, and twin accommodations. All rooms have access to a shared bathroom. There is also a shared kitchen and lounge area, as well as a bar with free board games, a console, billiards, and a ping pong table. There are car hire services available within walking distance. The Company's Garden is 300 metres from Long Street Backpackers, Table Mountain is 3.8 kilometers away, and all the best of Cape Town's nightlife and culture are within walking distance. The Cape Town International Airport is 21 km away from Longstreet Backpackers.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)


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1 single bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Broad
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Incredible hostel in the heart of Cape Town with a wonderful community of staff and travellers. Lovely bar and social areas. Great for solo and female travellers. Will be back within the year! Lockers available in room.
Livhu
South Africa South Africa
I just like the friendly and respectful staff. As a neuro-divergent women traveling alone for work, not being used to an environment with many people I often feel discomfort but I won't lie I really liked this place. Great work. And all the...
Potlako
South Africa South Africa
There is a sense of community even thou every one is from different parts of the world
Roxy
Netherlands Netherlands
Great location, in the hart of the centre. The room was simple but clean. The open area gives it a Mediterranean feel. Friendly staff!
Margaréta
Slovakia Slovakia
Great attitude from the staff, helpfull and very friendly. Rooms and shared areas are clean and comfortable. Great location if you want to visit different areas of CPT.
Lucia
Switzerland Switzerland
Third time to come back and always happy about the welcoming space:)
Frederick
South Africa South Africa
I was very impressed as this was the very first time I Nicolette Louw made use of a Backpacker facility The lady at the reception her name was "TALENT "very cheerful, helpful and knows her her way around the premises. She took time and showing...
Leilah
South Africa South Africa
Facilities and staff were amazing. Great value for money.
Bushoki
Kenya Kenya
Very welcoming atmosphere and cosy. The location was very convenient for activities
Lyndon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Been here twice in the last month.. It's good. The rooms are comfy. WiFi is good. Kitchen has all the utilities.

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House rules

Long Street Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 40
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a passport upon check-in.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.