|
"The Backpack is a luxury backpackers of note in Cape Town, straddling the line between hostel and hotel with its dignity intact. In a superb location right on the fringe of the city centre" "The pool is huge, the food is good, the activities are many, the staff are friendly, the location is central - and The Backpack is popular, so book ahead
Travel Centre
| |
| We have been at it for over 19 years and still love meeting you all!
Anytime you need information on any aspect of travel in Africa just come and ask our friendly staff.
The Backpack and Africa Travel Centre can help with booking safaris, overland trips, daytrips, car rental and trip planning in Cape Town and throughout South Africa and Africa.
|
| Book Now |
Cafe
|
|
|
We have a stunning bar and cafe with the most awesome views of Table Mountain.
The huge collection of African music gives the bar a funky African vibe.
Our food is good and home-cooked - to whet your appetite, Safari Breakfasts (ostrich steak on potato wedges and a fried egg on top) served with a tomato cocktail (with or without the vodka)!!
The menu also includes home-made burgers, fresh pasta and salads, pizzas and wraps. We serve great cappuccinos and have a fully licensed bar for those African party nights.
You can have a game of pool, play backgammon or chess on our custom built mosaic tables or just hang out next to the fire chatting to fellow travellers.
At night the cafe transforms itself into a bar and that's when the fun starts. You'll meet fellow backpackers, have random chats with strangers. It's all good!
|
| Book Now |
Swimming Pool
| |
|
Stunning views from our sparkling pool - lounge about, order cocktails or fruitshakes and soak up the sun and views.
The mosaics on the walls were designed by one of Cape Town's most sought after artists and were made as part of a community project.
PLEASE NOTE: THE POOL IS UNFENCED & SWIMMING IS AT YOUR OWN RISK
|
| Book Now |
Internet and Technology
| |
Use the Wi-Fi and pay for the space you use - either using paypal, credit card or use our internet cafe which is open 24/7. Buy vouchers from reception, and email or skype. Webcams and cd burning facilities.
For the technophobes, there is always someone to show you how to do it!
|
| Book Now |
Parking
| |
|
24 hour Guarded parking in front of our entrance. We have closed circuit cameras facing the car park too!
Please note for those privileged to have a car, the guards expect R20.00 a night to ensure the safety of your car
|
| Book Now |
Safes & Luggage Storage
| |
No more hassles of waiting for the reception to find your moneybelt!
All our private rooms and luxuary 4 bed dorms have a free safe in their room.
If you are in an 8 bedded dormitory, you may hire a safe with your own code (no keys) and have access to your belongings whenever you wish. R50.00 for as long as you are staying with us. Laptop safes are available. You may store your luggage if you are going away R10.00 per day |
| Book Now |
Community Shop
| |
| Feel free to support our community shop. All items are sourced locally and fair prices are paid to the artists. |
| Book Now |
Self Catering Kitchen
| |
| Save your cash and cook up your favourite meals in our self-catering , fully equipped kitchen. |
| Book Now |
Washing and Laundry
| |
Do it yourself in a coin-operated machine or really take a holiday and let one of our staff do it for you for a small extra charge, if you would like to spend more time out and about.
|
| Book Now |
|
