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Reviews of Zebra Crossing Backpacker

82 New Church Street, Gardens, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa

#88 of 205 hotels in Cape Town

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 251 hostel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    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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  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    A 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

    9.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    car 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

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unreachable window we could not close.

    Great location. Staff were very kind and helpful.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    7.0
    It was good discovering the spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    10
    Excellent stay, in a fantastic environment filled with super-chilled, attentive staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything 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

    10
    I highly recommend
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved 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

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Such ledegenry staff, so so so kind

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    10
    Very nice no problm Enjoyed my Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One kitchen is not enough for influx of residents

    Very nice

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2023

    8.0
    Very homely
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 25 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The atmosphere and people.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Check 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    9.0
    Great place to stay in a nice neighborhood
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Very 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

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff, location, the accommodation

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2023

    8.0
    Nice quiet, relaxing place, and convenient to get to Table Mountain/Lion's Head from here.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Unfortunately 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

    10
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff, location, quiet place

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    8.0
    Kind staff and good rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The 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

    10
    Best Hostel Ever!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing 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

    10
    5 Stars
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Loved it. Amazing staff and guests!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good wifi, nice people, amazing kitchen, very good location super close to cafes, restaurants and shops

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    8.0
    Great stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed to hard. Pillows perfect.

    Thanks for a lovely nights stay.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2023

    8.0
    Good hostel with nice breakfast options, 2 min walk from Kloof st
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No comments

    A lot of bathrooms and really good breakfast options

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2023

    9.0
    I'm completely satisfied!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    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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