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V & A Backpackers

3.0 star property
City centre guesthouse within easy reach of University of Cape Town

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At V & A Backpackers, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Cape Town International Convention Centre and University of Cape Town. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi, self-parking and wired Internet. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include washing machines and fridges. Public transportation is close by: Salt River Station is only 14 minutes on foot.

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Corner/local shop
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is NZ$77
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May

Room options

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Patio, City View

Economy Shared Dormitory, Patio, City View

  • City view
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Patio, City View

Economy Shared Dormitory, Patio, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
336 Victoria Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, Western Cape, 7925

What's nearby

  • District 6 - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old Biscuit Mill - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Table Mountain National Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cape Town Science Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Cape Town - 5 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 16 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 10 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 16 min drive
  • Salt River Station - 14 min walk
  • Woodstock Station - 21 min walk
  • Esplanade Station - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Stellski Cafe and Coffee Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Connection - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Akoo Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kauai (Observatory) - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Devil's Peak Brewing Company (The Taproom) - ‬6 min walk

About this property

V & A Backpackers

At V & A Backpackers, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Cape Town International Convention Centre and University of Cape Town. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi, self-parking and wired Internet. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include washing machines and fridges. Public transportation is close by: Salt River Station is only 14 minutes on foot.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free secured on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Charcoal grills
  • Free daily reception
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Local/corner shop

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 76
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washing machine
  • Window screens
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and free wired Internet
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping (surcharge)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have lifts.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

V & A Backpackers Guesthouse

V & A Backpackers Western Cape

V & A Backpackers Guesthouse Western Cape

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at V & A Backpackers?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at V & A Backpackers?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at V & A Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at V & A Backpackers?

No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (10-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at V & A Backpackers and nearby?

V & A Backpackers has a picnic area and a garden.

Does V & A Backpackers have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around V & A Backpackers like?

V & A Backpackers is in Salt River, a short 13-minute walk from District 6 and 18 minutes' walk from Groote Schuur Hospital.

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