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Welcome to Hermanus Backpackers, where comfort meets adventure!

Perfectly located just 800 metres from the Hermanus town centre, our hostel puts you within easy reach of vibrant coffee shops, restaurants, boutique stores, and art galleries. The Hermanus cliff path and seaside are only 400 metres away — keep an eye out for whales and dolphins! Hermanus is world-famous for its whale watching. We’re also just a 10-minute drive from the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Hermanus’s award-winning wine route. Very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely clean and very well maintained backpackers. Highly recommended!

Zzzone Boutique Hostel is attractively located in the centre of Hermanus, and features a private beach area, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Mt Hebron Nature Reserve is 27 km from the hostel and Kleinmond Golf Course is 34 km away. I loved Everything about this place !!! Sooo clean, quiet (the walls are thick), comfy, very safe, the kitchen is huge and so well kept, lots of space everywhere, bathroom spotless, bed comfy, room with its own little fridge and extras. I just LOVED this place. Couldn't be better situated, I could see a bit of the ocean and the whales from the balcony in front. One minute walk and you are in the centre or at the Waterfront ! Awesome !!! I had a shared room, 4 beds, with shared bathroom.

Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, shared lounge and free WiFi, Cape Agulhas BACKPACKERS is set in Struisbaai, 600 metres from Struisbaai Main Beach and 7.3 km from Agulhas National Park. The property is located 31 km from Shipwreck Museum - Bredasdorp, 32 km from De Mond Nature Reserve and 7.5 km from Cape Agulhas Lighthouse. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, and organising tours for guests. The overall vibe from the place was simply comfortable. Great spot when visiting Cape Agulhas. The staff is always ready to share the best local spots and plan next adventures.

Situated just a 15-minute walk from Central Beach, Nothando Backpackers Lodge features a garden, shared lounge area and fireplace for BBQs. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Nothando Backpackers Lodge is located only 500 metres from the Plettenberg Bay Central Business District, and 1 km from the Birds of Eden aviary. Plettenberg Bay Airport is 8 km away. Exceptional hosts who welcome you with open arms. Always available to help with trips or even rides. Vinthi is making warm muffins for you to wake up to. I’ve stayed in both the rooms and the dorms and I love the place. I usually try new places but I came back here because it’s perfect.

Free parking is available, a tour desk can help to organise any day excursions and an airport shuttle at a charge. THE BIG is centrally located just a 5 minutes' walk to V&A Waterfront and Sea Point Promenade, The BIG offers a choice of modern private room or dormitory room accommodation. It features a pool, braai facilities and free Wi-Fi and a free breakfast. Super homey and comfy, made good friends and the staff is so friendly, professional and personal!

Situated in Cape Town, 6.1 km from CTICC, Forest Hill Backpackers features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden. Located around 7.5 km from Robben Island Ferry, the hostel with free WiFi is also 9.2 km away from V&A Waterfront. The property is non-smoking and is located 6.7 km from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden.

Set in Muizenberg, within 700 metres of Muizenberg Beach and 17 km of Chapman's Peak, BIM Backpackers In Muizenberg offers accommodation with a shared lounge and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a water park. The property is non-smoking and is situated 18 km from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. Very clean and nice place & a cool owner :)

Soul Fam Hostel - LGBTQ Inclusive features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cape Town. Featuring barbecue facilities, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.8 km from Mouille Point Beach, 1.5 km from Robben Island Ferry and 1.5 km from V&A Waterfront. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. Soul Fam didn’t feel like a hostel it felt like a home. The owner Chase from LA opened this place up a few months ago and has put a lot of love into the place. Clean dorm rooms, towel provides, shared living room, dining room, giant kitchen and patio. The vibes are chill with large windows letting in gorgeous light. The staff are friendly and welcoming. There is a social activity every night. I wish I had found this place sooner. It was a safe haven far from home and well situated in the city. If I’m ever back in CT I’d stay again in a heartbeat.

Located in Langebaan, 48 km from Columbine Nature Reserve, Cozy Corner Backpackers provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is situated 4.3 km from Langebaan Golf Course, 17 km from West Coast Fossil Park and 19 km from Saldanha Harbour. Certain rooms at the property include a terrace with a garden view. Check in was easy and simple, I came quite late but it was still accomadated and I was able to get inside easily. The living area was nice and cozy, and the kitchen was clean and had all the essentials. The location is great as well

Situated in Bloubergstrand, 500 metres from Blouberg Beach, At Rosies KiteHouse - Private rooms week to week, Monday to Monday features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

CTICC is 18 km from the hostel, while Robben Island Ferry is 19 km away. Cape Town International Airport is 24 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. I would recommend @Rosies to everyone, their communication is excellent.