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Our top choices for Stellenbosch hostels

A building with a white facade, a balcony with a blue chair, and a green column.

1. Stumble Inn Backpackers Lodge

Stumble Inn Backpackers Lodge
2.0 star property
Stellenbosch Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"Great central location Clean Nice vibe"
United Kingdom
Sean
The price is AU$67
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stumble Inn Backpackers Lodge
A swimming pool with numbered diving boards, a covered seating area, and a view of the sky.

2. Trails End Bike Hotel

Trails End Bike Hotel
2.0 star property
Grabouw
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The staff was the sweetest! They really took care of us. Nice rooms, fun tracks to go with bike, lots of space for the kids, overall we had a great time ! "
Sweden
mirjam
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Trails End Bike Hotel
A covered outdoor seating area with a striped blue and white couch, wooden tables, and potted plants.

3. Urban Hive Backpackers

Urban Hive Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cape Town City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (79 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Great, central location, great price. There is no airport shuttle."
Canada
Oleksiy
The price is AU$41
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Urban Hive Backpackers
A wooden table with a potted plant, two wooden chairs with cushions, and a view of a room with a desk and books.

4. The Yard - Hostel

The Yard - Hostel
2.0 star property
Gordon's Bay
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Yard - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a window, and a plant.

5. TheLab Backpackers

TheLab Backpackers
2.0 star property
Franschhoek
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Mooi schoon complex."
Netherlands
Yvonne
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
TheLab Backpackers
An outdoor seating area with tables and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a tiled roof.

6. Riverlodge Backpackers

Riverlodge Backpackers
3.0 star property
Cape Town
7.4 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"This place was terrible. To start, they tried to make me pay again when I already paid online. I had to speak to the owner on the phone who lied to me about it and was extremely rude. I booked two private rooms and they tried to make me share a room with another guest. I refused because I paid more to have my own room. They do not provide wifi like is advertised and when I pressed the owner, he gave me one coupon for 100mb internet for two rooms (4 people). I told him it was advertised online as...
United States
Bradley
The price is AU$51
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Riverlodge Backpackers
A person sitting on a bed with white bedding and orange pillows, in a room with a grey wall and a painting of a giraffe.

7. never at home Kloof Street

never at home Kloof Street
2.0 star property
Cape Town City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (40 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Wakwanza
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
never at home Kloof Street
A neatly made bed with white linens and a blue throw blanket, a bedside lamp, and a view of the outside through a window with blue curtains.

8. 91 Loop - Hostel

91 Loop - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cape Town City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (170 reviews)
"staff was friendly"
United States
fabrice
The price is AU$60
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
91 Loop - Hostel
A wooden table with a dictionary, a leather sofa, and a wooden deck with a tree.

9. Green Elephant Backpackers

Green Elephant Backpackers
2.0 star property
Observatory
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"Foi muito bom.quartos limpos Funcionários prestativos"
Brazil
Debora V
The price is AU$57
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Green Elephant Backpackers
A modern interior with a brick wall, wooden tables, a leather sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

10. never at home Green Point

never at home Green Point
5.0 star property
Green Point
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (128 reviews)
"Fantastic staff, location, amenities, cleanliness and vibes. I would definitely stay again."
Canada
Zachary
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
never at home Green Point
An outdoor patio area with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and potted plants.

11. Zebra Crossing Backpackers

Zebra Crossing Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cape Town City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Loved staying at this hostel. Very centrally located and the staff (Doniel , Brownyn and Arthur) were terrific and very helpful. Would definitely stay here during my next visit to Cape Town."
United States
Kenneth Lydell
The price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Zebra Crossing Backpackers
Exterior

12. Strand Guesthouse - Hostel

Strand Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Somerset West
4.8 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"My experience at this hotel was a far cry from what was advertised. Upon check-in, I was surprised to find additional charges, including nightly parking fees despite ample parking space available onsite, as well as a R250 per person damages deposit, which I declined to pay, leading them to take my driver's license as collateral. The floors, made of black polished concrete, were a constant source of frustration as stepping out of the shower inevitably resulted in blackened feet. I must commend...
South Africa
Eric
The price is AU$67
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Strand Guesthouse - Hostel
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and bedside lamps.

13. Curiocity Cape Town - Hostel

Curiocity Cape Town - Hostel
4.0 star property
Green Point
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (25 reviews)
"Great place i loved it "
United States
Lionel
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Curiocity Cape Town - Hostel
Staircase

14. MoTown by Mojo - Hostel

MoTown by Mojo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cape Town City Centre
7.0 out of 10, Good, (19 reviews)
"Good location great people The kitchen was good size with two fridges so you could make your own meals no problem. I enjoyed my stay there."
United States
Richard
The price is AU$65
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
MoTown by Mojo - Hostel
A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, and a patterned throw blanket.

15. CURIOCITY Kloof Street

CURIOCITY Kloof Street
1.0 star property
Cape Town City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"The view from the front balcony to the Table Mountauin was onde of the best parts and the recepscionist Carol, was the best ever, very helpful and friendly. Would stay there again for sure"
Brazil
Ronaldo
The price is AU$93
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
CURIOCITY Kloof Street
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a view of the neighborhood through large windows.

16. Sweet Stay

Sweet Stay
2.0 star property
Cape Town City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"I didn’t like sharing bathroom and toilet"
United Kingdom
Saleh
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Sweet Stay
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a grey armchair. There is a small white side table with a potted plant. The room has large windows with grey curtains and a view of a cityscape.

17. Mandela Rhodes Place

Mandela Rhodes Place
Cape Town City Centre
5.4 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"I have stayed there in the past and it’s just as nice today as it was years ago."
United States
gregory
The price is AU$87
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Mandela Rhodes Place
A white building with a brown roof, a front door, and a small porch. There are concrete planters with plants and flowers on either side of the steps leading to the door.

18. Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge
2.0 star property
Cape Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"The atmosphere was good and friendly. Staffs were helpful and the lodge is in a secured environment."
United Kingdom
Dickson Osaro
The price is AU$40
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge
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Top Stellenbosch Hotel Reviews

Taj Cape Town

Taj Cape Town

10/10 Excellent
"I most often stay at The Taj when I am in Cape Town. I think I have made 5 visits this year. Every one of which was a perfect example of why I keep coming back. Warm, helpful, professional service and such comfortable, quiet rooms. Its a safe and relaxing environment."
Alistair 6-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Taj Cape Town

Find out more about Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch Hostels information

Number of reviews
492
Accommodation
33 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$40
Highest Price
AU$152

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Stellenbosch?
By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and save more of your money for sightseeing during your trip. This destination's wineries offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds, and the gardens create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but all of them have three main things in common, including budget prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in Stellenbosch?
While you're deciding on somewhere to stay, take a look at this top Stellenbosch hostel: Stumble Inn Backpackers Lodge - Property features include free Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance and a TV in a common area. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Stellenbosch?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Stellenbosch is 840 mm.
What is there to see and do in Stellenbosch?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate these things around Stellenbosch. Get out into nature with places such as Jonkershoek Nature Reserve, Helderberg Nature Reserve and University of Stellenbosch Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Sasol Art Museum, VOC Kruithuis and Toy & Miniature Museum. Visit landmarks such as Spier Wine Estate, Fick House and Dorp Street.
What's the best way to get to and around Stellenbosch while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Stellenbosch on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.), 15.3 mi (24.7 km) from the city centre.

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