Best Hostels for Solo Travellers in Cape Town

Best Hostels for Solo Travellers in Cape Town
Cape Town is the second largest city in South Africa and is a popular tourist destination. It's the most southern city in Africa and is a great base for exploring South Africa's Cape Winelands around Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek.

If you're traveling alone, staying at a hostel is the best way to meet other independent travelers while in Cape Town. There are some great hostels in the area that offer a social atmosphere and a comfortable place to sleep while you're in the area.
How much do hostels in Cape Town cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Cape Town here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



Dorm Bed from $13.92
Private Room from $18.56
Overall Rating: 60%
2 Cavalcade rd GreenPoint, Cape Town
Atlantic Point Backpackers is a favorite hostel for travelers in all of South Africa. It's conveniently located about a kilometer from the water and less than a kilometer from the New Green Point Stadium. The hostel offers guests a variety of amenities including free internet access, wi-fi, free breakfast, and any travel information you may need. There is also a full kitchen available where guests can prepare their own meals. The hostel has a social atmosphere with plenty of communal space. There's a lounge where you can relax, satellite television, and an entertainment area with a pool table and games.

The hostel has a lot of character and attracts travelers of all types. If you're traveling alone, it won't be long before you make a few friends here. The staff is friendly and will work hard to make sure your stay here is as hospitable as possible.

There are a range of room types that you can choose from and each room is furnished with modern furniture. Both private and dorm rooms are available. Dorms sleep between four and eight and you can choose from female only or mixed rooms.


Private Room from $24.16
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
9 Upper Hillside Terrace, Wessels Road, Green Poin, Cape Town


Dorm Bed from $30.44
Private Room from $45.57
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
12 Braemar Rd Green Point, Cape Town
Soul Fam Hostel - LGBTQ+ Inclusive is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, towels included, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $25.77
Private Room from $29.80
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 97%
112 Kloof Street, Cape Town


Dorm Bed from $25.77
Private Room from $55.41
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 91%
Corner of Harbour & North Shore Drive Hout Bay, Cape Town


Dorm Bed from $18.68
Private Room from $19.01
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 60%
Oude Molen Village Alexandra Road, Cape Town


Dorm Bed from $22.95
Private Room from $18.36
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 56%
20 Briza rd. Table View, Cape Town


Private Room from $30.47
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 54%
Romney Road, Cape Town
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For more accommodation prices and options, check out our guide covering Cape Town hotel prices for your next trip.



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