Urban Hive Backpackers
208 Long street, Cape Town CBD, 8000 Cape Town, South Africa – Great location - show map
Located in a very good location in town close to work, restaurants and other amenities.
Located within a heritage building with Victorian style architecture, Urban Hive Backpackers is set on buzzing Long Street in central Cape Town. Free WiFi is available throughout. The hostel offers accommodation options from single, twin and double rooms to various types of dorm rooms, all fitted with sheets and towels upon request. All rooms have access to a shared bathroom, available on each floor. Guests can prepare meals in the communal kitchen which is equipped with all necessary cooking equipment and a large double story fridge. Drinks can be enjoyed at the bar and the balcony has barbecue facilities. The 2 balconies offer a 180-degree street view overlooking the upper part of Long Street, and table mountain as a backdrop. There is also a billiard room and TV lounge. Staff at reception is always at hand to assist and can help you organise trips, airport shuttles and activities in the area. Long Street offers a variety of restaurants, bars and nightlife options. The Company's Garden is within 5 minutes' walk and Greenmarket Square is 550 metres away,
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- BBQ facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Bar
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry
Property practices
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See what guests loved the most:
- SiyathembaSouth Africa“Located in a very good location in town close to work, restaurants and other amenities.”
- OgSouth Africa“The convenience of being centrally located and easy access to most attractions”
- TamaraBrazil“GREAT LOCATION IN THE HEART OF CAPE TOWN, GREAT PEOPLE WORK THERE, VERY ORGANIZED AND CLEANED, GOOD PRICE. I REALLY LIKE THE HISTORIC BUILDING.”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Urban Hive Backpackers
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- BBQ facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Bar
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry
- Towels
- Toilet
- Shared bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Shared kitchen
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Tour or class about local culture
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Pub crawlsAdditional charge
- Game drives
- Evening entertainment
- Hiking
- Games room
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Bar
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaning
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Adult only
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Car hire
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Afrikaans
- English
- French
- Portuguese
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 room.
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
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash Urban Hive Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
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.
Please inform Urban Hive Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
FAQs about Urban Hive Backpackers
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The prices at Urban Hive Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at Urban Hive Backpackers is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Urban Hive Backpackers is 500 yards from the centre of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Urban Hive Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Games room
- Evening entertainment
- Tour or class about local culture
- Game drives
- Movie nights
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Pub crawls
- Walking tours