Urban Hive Backpackers Hostel

208 Long Street, City Bowl, Cape Town, South Africa - Show on map

Housed in a Victorian-style building, the heritage Urban Hive Backpackers hostel is situated in the very heart of Cape Town, a 5-minute drive from Cape Town International Convention Centre. This hostel offers luggage storage and is located a stroll from Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium.

Location

Staying at the 2-star property in Cape Town, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including the four-screen Labia Theatre, which is about a 10-minute walk away. The local shopping options feature The Watershed (2.6 km) and Oranjezicht City Farm (2.1 km). Among the notable religious landmarks close by is St George's Anglican Cathedral, situated just an 11-minute walk from this Cape Town hostel.

Rooms

There are 40 rooms with views of the city equipped with ironing facilities. Apart from entertainment options like a TV, guests may also make use of a work desk. Some of the rooms are equipped with bedside reading lights, as well as bunk beds. A shared bathroom is fitted with a separate toilet, a sink, and a shower. To enhance guest convenience, a hair dryer and bath sheets are provided in the bathrooms.

Food & Drinks

Guests can make use of billiards and a TV at the lounge bar. The Raptor Room bar is located only minutes from this hostel. The Cape Town property has a communal kitchen. Cape Town International airport is 20 km from Urban Hive Backpackers hostel, and Upper Loop bus stop is approximately 10 minutes' walk away. A sundeck, a shared lounge, and various recreational opportunities are available on-site.

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Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Sports activities

  • On-site Dining

  • No Smoking

  • Child-friendly

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Sports activities
  • On-site Dining
  • No Smoking
  • Child-friendly
  • No pets allowed

Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Activities

  • Hiking

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining options

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

In the kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

For kids

  • Adults only
  • Board games
  • Game room

Recreation

  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

In the rooms

  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Sink

Devices

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Design

  • Parquet floor
  • Curtains

General facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 13:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 10:00

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From USD 16 per night
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Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0

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    208 Long Street, Cape Town, South Africa

    Important information
    Urban Hive Backpackers
    Check-in:
    from 13:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 10:00