Big Blue Backpackers | Hostel in Cape Town

| 7.0 (708 Reviews) | 54 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 20 Guests

Green Point Hostel | Big Blue Backpackers

54 Bedroom Hostel in Green Point, Cape Town

Big Blue Backpackers is located in Green Point and within 10 minutes' walk from the famous V&A Waterfront. The Victorian mansion offers free WiFi connection, and it has an outdoor swimming pool. The lodge features dormitory rooms with a shared bathroom, and private rooms with a private bathroom. The rooms are bright and simply furnished with wooden floors. There is a bar at the lodge. A number of restaurants serving a range of different cuisines can be found within 0.6 mi from the property. The front desk at Big Blue Backpackers is open 24-hours a day, and a tour desk is available for guests to use when planning their outings. Free street parking is available. The Cape Town International Airport is 16 mi from the lodge.

Big Blue Backpackers is located in Cape Town.

This 54 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, Ocean View, Oceanfront, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 708 reviews with the average score of 7 . Coming to Cape Town and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 54 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Cape Town. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Big Blue Backpackers in Cape Town is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Big Blue Backpackers”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

Amenities

Parking

Pool

Designated Smoking Area

View

Ocean View

Balcony/Terrace

Oceanfront

Transportation/Shuttle

Security/Safety

Sports/Activities

Fireplace/Heating

Bar

Guest Services

Entertainment

Breakfast

Child Friendly

Internet

Kitchen

Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast

Snack bar

Wine/Champagne

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Parking

Parking

Street parking

Free parking

Activities

Hiking

Pool table

Golf course (within 2 miles)

Bike tours

Ping-pong

Live sports events (broadcast)

Walking tours

Bar crawls

Tour or class about local culture

Entertainment

Board games/Puzzles

General

Heating

Family rooms

Safe

Smoke-free property

Non-smoking rooms

Designated smoking area

Guest Services

Fax/Photocopying

Shared lounge/TV area

Lockers

Grocery deliveries

Laundry

Baggage storage

Tour desk

Private check-in/out

Car rental

Invoice provided

Internet

Wifi

Free Wifi

Internet

Outdoors

Outdoor pool

Outdoor pool (year-round)

Outdoor furniture

Terrace

Picnic area

Sun deck

Garden

Security/Safety

24-hour security

Smoke alarms

CCTV in common areas

Key access

Fire extinguishers

CCTV outside property

Security alarm

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Delivered food covered securely

Physical distancing in dining areas

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

First aid kits available

Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed

Process in place to check health of guests

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Face masks for guests available

Access to healthcare professionals

Physical distancing rules followed

Cashless payment available

Contactless check-in/out

Spa

Swimming pool

Beach chairs/Loungers

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy

Non refundable

Payment Policy

Credit card required

Pet Policy

Pets are not allowed

Guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, this property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:

7.9

Location:

8.97

Staff:

8.47

Facilities:

7.35

Comfort:

7.44

Cleanliness:

7.52

Nikolay

Feb 2, 2026 08:00:00 AM

Review Score: 9

Bulgaria

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 20 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet Services Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock General Heating, Lockers, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities View Quiet street view, View, Garden view Outdoors Private pool, Terrace Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow Entertainment & Family Services Board games/puzzles Pool and Spa Shallow end Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Exclusive services Access to private pool
Double Room with Shared Facilities Room Type: Double Room Size: 16 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Hairdryer, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels, Shared bathroom, Toilet Services Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock Living Area Desk General Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Reading light, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities View Mountain view, Pool view, Inner courtyard view, View Outdoors Private pool, Terrace Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow Entertainment & Family Services Board games/puzzles Pool and Spa Shallow end Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Exclusive services Access to private pool
Double Room with Private Bathroom Room Type: Double Room Size: 18 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Towels, Body soap, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shower, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Toilet Services Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock General Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Reading light, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities Outdoors Private pool Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet Kitchen Cleaning products Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Room Amenities Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow Entertainment & Family Services Board games/puzzles Pool and Spa Pool towels, Pool with a view, Shallow end Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Exclusive services Access to private pool
8-Bed Female Dormitory Room Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 20 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom, Shared toilet, Toilet Services Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock General Heating, Lockers, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities View Landmark view, View, Garden view Outdoors Private pool Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow Entertainment & Family Services Board games/puzzles Pool and Spa Shallow end Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Exclusive services Access to private pool
Twin Room with Shared Facilities Room Type: Twin Room Size: 14 m² 2 Twin bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Body soap, Hairdryer, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels, Shared bathroom, Toilet Services Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock General Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Reading light, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities Outdoors Private pool Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet View City view Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow Entertainment & Family Services Board games/puzzles Pool and Spa Pool towels, Shallow end Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Exclusive services Access to private pool
Family Room with Bathroom Room Type: Family Room Size: 18 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed 2 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels, Body soap, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shower, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Toilet Services Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock General Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Reading light, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities Living Area Sofa Outdoors Private pool Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet Kitchen Cleaning products View City view Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow Entertainment & Family Services Board games/puzzles Pool and Spa Pool towels, Shallow end Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Exclusive services Access to private pool
4-Bed Family Room with Shared Facilities Room Type: Quad Room Size: 16 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed 2 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Hairdryer, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels, Shared bathroom, Toilet Services Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock General Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Reading light, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities Outdoors Private pool Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet View Pool view Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow Entertainment & Family Services Board games/puzzles Pool and Spa Pool towels, Shallow end Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Exclusive services Access to private pool
8-Bed Female Dorm Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 20 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom, Shared toilet, Toilet Services Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock General Heating, Lockers, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities View View Outdoors Private pool Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow Entertainment & Family Services Board games/puzzles Pool and Spa Shallow end Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Exclusive services Access to private pool
6-Bed Mixed Dorm Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 16 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom, Shared toilet, Toilet Services Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock General Heating, Lockers, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Reading light, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities Outdoors Private pool Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow Entertainment & Family Services Board games/puzzles Pool and Spa Shallow end Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Exclusive services Access to private pool
Small Double Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 12 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Hairdryer, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels, Shared bathroom, Toilet Services Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock General Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Reading light, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow Entertainment & Family Services Board games/puzzles Pool and Spa Pool towels, Shallow end
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room Room Type: Bed in Dorm 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

FAQ's

Is this Big Blue Backpackers pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Big Blue Backpackers?

Check-in time for Big Blue Backpackers starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Big Blue Backpackers have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Big Blue Backpackers has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Big Blue Backpackers?

Best-rates for the Big Blue Backpackers starts from $32 per night with includes Parking, Ocean View, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Guest Services, Internet, View, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Kitchen, Laundry, Designated Smoking Area, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, Pool, Bar, Breakfast, Child Friendly with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Big Blue Backpackers a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Big Blue Backpackers wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Big Blue Backpackers has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Big Blue Backpackers?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Big Blue Backpackers indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Big Blue Backpackers?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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