82 New Church Street, Gardens, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa
#88 of 205 hotels in Cape Town
Guests' ChoiceBased on 251 hostel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 3 April 2024
Trevor
SingaporeA busy road right outside, difficult to get Uber drivers to stop especially with luggage. There was a person smoking weed at 2am outside my window.
Friendly owners and generally quiet and peaceful atmosphere.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Hertta
Namibiacar noises at night was abit disturbing but it’s not a big deal😊
I like everything,the place is really well maintained,super clean,the staff are really kind,what I love the most was the living area with books ,no one bothers you people are friendly it was my first time in such environment I must say my expectation were exceeded,place is close to the shops and my citi bus station and it’s safe
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Kaylee
United KingdomUnreachable window we could not close.
Great location. Staff were very kind and helpful.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Mugaruka
South AfricaThe bathrooms being outside and maybe you should charge a little bit more extra cash to provide the soaps and etc…
The staff is just amazing and friendly.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Kerry
AustraliaEverything was great.
Everything, such a fantastic community spirit. It’s easy to feel part of the Zebra Crossing family. It attracts like-minded, respectful guests who each have their story to share in thissuper comfortable, communal setting.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Ramushi
South AfricaLoved everything
The most comfortable place for a solo traveler I was still looking for accommodation just moved to Cape town and I stumbled upon zebra crossing spent 4 days there and I was just at home away from home
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Moloi
South AfricaThe owners are just welcoming and caring including the stuff they all bubbly to show that they know how to work with people.i love that and will definitely recommend it .A lot was so good but even though I can't mention them all
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Ana
GermanyIt is a very simple place. No private bathrooms. The hostel is between two big roads so also quite loud. I think for a night or young travellers it is fine.
The stuff and the guests were friendly. It feels like a family and people are respectful. A lot of older, very kind people around.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Donald
MozambiqueSuch ledegenry staff, so so so kind
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Maistry
Abkhazia, GeorgiaOne kitchen is not enough for influx of residents
Very nice
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 28 December 2023
Nicky
NetherlandsNothing
The atmosphere and people.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Abu
BangladeshCheck in was not easy for me. Communication can be even better. Room lighting was not sufficient.
Common space. Location. Clean and spacious room. Comfortable bed. Helpful and smiling staffs. Enough wash rooms and bathrooms. Good breakfast in a reasonable price.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 12 December 2023
Gideon
South AfricaIt was all good
I loved how friendly they were and understanding and its in a great location and good restaurants around and good beds and facilities
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 10 December 2023
Elmochilero
FranceVery pleasant backpackers in a lively and safe neighborhood, with all necessary facilities and services nearby (supermarket, restaurants, bars, etc). The staff was very friendly and welcoming, the various indoor or outdoor communal spaces very pleasant to use. The kitchen is well stocked and the gas stove a massive plus during load shedding.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 December 2023
Samora
MozambiqueStaff, location, the accommodation
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 4 December 2023
Hitesh
United KingdomUnfortunately not the vibe for me whilst i was there, as not really any travelers there at the time, just a dozen teenagers on some 2-month college trip from abroad, who took over the common areas. Might be worth enquiring beforehand if in doubt.
Decent location with view of Table Mountain/Lion's Head, and close to Kloof Street area. A very homely place, with very nice friendly staff. Small, but decent value for money, for a private room, if you need/want your own space. I'd stay here again if i came with friends, or knew there would definitely be other travelers there.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 3 December 2023
Samora
United Arab EmiratesStaff, location, quiet place
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Sascha
NetherlandsThe bathrooms were clean but they feel a but old and dirty. In the evening they often cut the power in the rooms. But luckily the wifi keeps working all night.
One of the cheaper places to stay, the staff is super friendly and will do anything to help you out! They were so incredibly kind! The room is nice and clean, there is a small cafe that serves nice food for a fair price. Location wise its not to far away from the centre so you can easily walk from there. Wi-fi is stable and fast.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 11 November 2023
Margherita
FranceNothing to say
I don't even know where to start, but this is the best hostel I have ever been to. The staff is super nice, my room was super clean, they had enough bathrooms that I felt like I had my own, and their tour office has such a nice selection of activities at a reasonable price. Being a solo traveler, I felt safe and well treated, if not protected. Thank you for making my trip unforgettable.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 8 November 2023
Will
United KingdomNothing
Loved it. Amazing staff and guests!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Marie
GermanyGood wifi, nice people, amazing kitchen, very good location super close to cafes, restaurants and shops
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Stephen
United KingdomBed to hard. Pillows perfect.
Thanks for a lovely nights stay.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 November 2023
Florentine
SpainNo comments
A lot of bathrooms and really good breakfast options
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Chiharu
JapanNothing
The stuff are so kind and friendly. They gave me the good informations ID some tour in Cape Town (^^)
Stayed in October 2023
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