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Wanderlust Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Observatory

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free parking
    Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • TV in a common area
  • Lockers available
Feel at home
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Premium bedding
  • Barbecue grill(s)

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory (2 Bunk Beds) | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory (2 Bunk Beds)

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Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

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Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory (3 Bunk Beds)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory (4 Bunk Beds)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
93 Station Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925

What's nearby

  • Groote Schuur Hospital - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Cape Town - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Long Street - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 16 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 12 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 29 min drive
  • Observatory Station - 1 min walk
  • Mowbray Station - 15 min walk
  • Salt River Station - 19 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Black River Park - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Stones - Observatory - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pancho's Mexican Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mango Ginger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ground Zero - Marley Coffee - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Wanderlust Backpackers

When you stay at Wanderlust Backpackers, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and self-serve breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Cape Town Cruise Terminal and Cape Town Stadium are within a short drive. The property is just a short walk from public transportation: Observatory Station is just steps away.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 7 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared accommodations
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 200 per vehicle (one-way)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Wanderlust Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Wanderlust Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Wanderlust Backpackers?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Wanderlust Backpackers?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Wanderlust Backpackers?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 200 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wanderlust Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Wanderlust Backpackers?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (12-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Wanderlust Backpackers and nearby?
Wanderlust Backpackers has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Wanderlust Backpackers like?
Wanderlust Backpackers is a short 1-minute walk from Observatory Station and 12 minutes' walk from Groote Schuur Hospital.

Wanderlust Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

6.0

Good

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Cleanliness

4.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Good

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