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Villa Viva Hostel

2.0 star property
Victorian hostel with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Outdoor pool
Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed)
Superior Triple Room | Private kitchen
Free daily buffet breakfast
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Villa Viva Hostel energizes Cape Town City Centre. Guests can relax by the outdoor pool, pick a book from the library, or enjoy the garden. The property offers a free breakfast buffet and high-speed WiFi, with staff ready to assist near the vibrant Long Street area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Parking included

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Shared Dormitory

Signature Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed)

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Cape Town City Centre, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, Villa Viva Hostel is in the entertainment district. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Camps Bay Beach and Clifton 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 windsurfing 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.
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Map
74 New Church Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001

What's nearby

  • Kloof Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Long Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Cape Town Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Camps Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Station - 2 min drive
  • Rosebank Station - 8 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kloof Street House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Unfiltered On Kloof - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Yours Truly - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blondie - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Villa Viva Hostel

Hostel remodelled in 2021 and located near Long Street
A free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Villa Viva Hostel. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a billiards/pool table
  • A TV in reception, barbecues and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at Villa Viva Hostel offer comforts such as free WiFi and safes.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • 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.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 1890
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - June 2021
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Backpack Cape Town
The Backpack Hostel
Backpack Hostel Cape Town
The Backpack Hostel
Villa Viva Hostel Cape Town
Villa Viva Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Villa Viva Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Viva Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Viva Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Viva Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Viva Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Viva Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does Villa Viva Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 350 per person applies.

Where is Villa Viva Hostel located?

Located in Cape Town City Centre, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Bree Street and Long Street. Kloof Street and South African Museum and Planetarium are also within 10 minutes. Cape Town Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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