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THE BIG Luxury Backpackers

3.5 star property
Travelers find adventure and relaxation near Cape Town Stadium and Cruise Terminal, with pool lounging and arcade games just steps from their rooms

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THE BIG Luxury Backpackers in Green Point offers continental breakfast, free WiFi, an outdoor pool, arcade room, library, and barbecue grills. Its prime location places visitors in the heart of Cape Town.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Econo room with detached bathroom

Econo room with detached bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Microwave
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Bugdet double room

Bugdet double room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Comfort Shared Dormitory

Comfort Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Detached private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds and 2 King Beds

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Basic Double or Twin Room

Basic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Detached private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Green Point, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, is home to THE BIG Luxury Backpackers. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Clifton Bay Beach and Camps Bay Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cape Town Stadium or Newlands Stadium. Snorkelling and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
Map
18 Thornhill Road, Green Point, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005

What's nearby

  • Just amazing! Great views from everywhere and the next day we couldn’t even see the mountain so take the chance when you get it!
    Table Mountain National Park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape Town which includes signage and a park
    Green Point Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Two Oceans Aquarium showing marine life
    Two Oceans Aquarium
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape Town Stadium featuring a sunset and a city
    Cape Town Stadium
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Greenpoint Market
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Station
    6 min drive
  • Observatory Station
    8 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ninety One
    6 min walk
  • Nobu - The One&Only Cape Town
    16 min walk
  • Jasons Bakery
    5 min walk
  • Andiccio24
    6 min walk
  • Shift Espresso Bar
    6 min walk

About this property

THE BIG Luxury Backpackers

Hotel near Long Street
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and a library.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and barbecues
  • A front desk safe, a vending machine and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, communal kitchens and full-sized fridge/freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-cm smart TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 450 per person (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

B.I.G Backpackers House Cape Town
B.I.G Backpackers House
B.I.G Backpackers Cape Town
B.I.G Backpackers
B.I.G Backpackers Guesthouse Cape Town
B.I.G Backpackers Guesthouse
The BIG
The B.I.G Backpackers
The Big Backpackers Cape Town
THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Hotel
THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Cape Town
THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does THE BIG Luxury Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers on 15 Mar 2026 start from AU$164, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is THE BIG Luxury Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does THE BIG Luxury Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 450 per person applies.

Where is THE BIG Luxury Backpackers located?

Located in Green Point, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Table Mountain National Park and Long Street. Greenpoint Market and Green Point Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and very spacious. The staff are very friendly and helpful. I felt safe and welcomed. I would definitely stay here again and will reccommend to others too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xinjie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's fantastic! room's clean and will be clean up every day! The staffs is very nice and professional, we had a Baar party on Friday, the Africa food is so nice! looking forward to back next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Liked: Amenities
Great place, with amazing staff. Good, quiet location. Easy to walk to town or to the sea (during the day). It’s not a hostel as you have your own room, but shared kitchen/dining area. Would come again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viktoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice backpacker place! 👌 Wonderful staff and spirit! Very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First of all the staff are lovely, the welcome I received and the check ins each day to ask what I had planned were much appreciated. The room was perfect for what I needed, might have been a bit tight for two with luggage. The parking is good, I didn’t struggle to get a space either in the courtyard or on the driveway at the front even returning late at night. Breakfast was good with plenty of fresh fruit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marzieh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a cultural and cozy place

We had a extra ordinary service . Thanks to jaklin for her easy check in and as airline lost our luggage , Melissa she spend a lot of time to track our luggage and make sure everything is going to be ok with us.she was so so helpful. I appreciate her time. Breakfast was nice and had variety.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had 4 nights at THE BIG and loved our stay there. It is just 15-20minutes away from Waterfront (by foot) and it is a safe and calm area. The staff is extremely friendly and is giving their best to assist in every moment. Our room (Double) was small but absolutely sufficient and the bed was comfy. They are cleaning the room (and whole accomodation) every day. Breakfast is simple but tasty and it is possible to bring own additions or to cook some eggs in the morning since there is a fully equiped kitchen. Parking lot is secured by an automatic gate. Also very nice people there to connect :) we would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I'm back in CPT I will book this place again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Brian

Liked: Staff & service
It’s a decent hostel but not anything special. The dorm room was very overpriced for how limited your space is and I was expecting something spectacular because of the high price but it was far from that.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Prima locatie voor wie mensen wil ontmoeten en nieuwe vrienden maken.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rúbia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hospedagem ok

A estadia foi razoavel. Ficamos em um quarto com banheiro, agua com uma pressao boa, cama grande. O café da manhã achei que não tinha muitas opções... bem fraco. E achei ruim que nao tinhamos tag para abrir o portão e toda hora tínhamos que depender de alguém para abrir.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Filipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente localização, atendimento impecável, pessoal do hotel muito simpático e prestativo. Tudo excelente
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Chanbre petite et sans meuble de rangement ni chaise ou table, salle de bain minuscule et qui fuit. Déco sympa et chambre propre, concept auberge de jeunesse, on mange a la même table que tous et si on veut un oeuf le matin faut se le faire soi même, faut adherer au concept. Rapport qualité prix mediocre
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel sympa dans une zone résidentielle agréable. Dispose d'un parking et d'une petite piscine. Nous avions 2 chambres, une très agréable et une autre un peu petite mais confortable. Bon petit déjeuner continental (pain, céréales, fruits) avec la possibilité de se faire des oeufs.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thebestbackpack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They provide things that make staying in a dorm much more comfortable, like plenty of clothes hooks and towel racks, good fans, lockers.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cordialità, disponibilità , pulizia , correttezza , eccellenti !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Liselotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

B.I.G. överraskar

Gångavstånd till Waterfront o mycket trevligt bemötande o boende. Vi kommer gärna tillbaka till det här mysiga o personliga stället.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Séjour août 2019

Accueil très chaleureux. Certains hôteliers devraient s’en inspirer ! A votre service dans toutes vos demandes Toujours souriant ! Ne changez rien
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Far exceeded expectation. Staff were acceptional. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great hostel

Great hostel. Very clean and superb location near supermarket and restaurants. Went on a few tours (expensive) but Worth it. I had a seizure during a tour and they where very helpful and caring all the time of my stay. Thanks you guys.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

ANA, Rio de Janeiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Eu e .inha familia nos sentimos em casa de amigos. Astral maravilhoso. Lugar aconchegante e muito proximo do Waterfront, restaurates em Green Point e Table Mountain. Recomendo muito!!!!! Sempre que voltarmos a Cape Town ficaremos aqui ❤
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Bruna

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bom custo benefício

Ótimo local, com profissionais bem prestativos!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Jonathan

BIG Backpackers

BIG Backpackers is very homey-it really does feel like a home away from home. The location is really good and the staff are really cool. They have 2 nights where they take groups out on the town. The only downside is the breakfast is really basic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Maybe the best hostel I been to ?

These people redefine hostel stay. Cannot believe I even made new friends. The place is neat and nice - friendly team and staff. More or less like a family. We even had a dinner together. Totally recommended. Safe, etc etc. Go for it if you are in CT and looking for a place to crash. Great washrooms, and wifi and breakfast and ..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018