Hotel Big Blue Backpackers, Cape Town, South Africa

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Big Blue Backpackers Hostel - Cape Town

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Overview

Positioned 200 metres from Out of this World, Big Blue Backpackers Hostel Cape Town features an outdoor swimming pool for guests to enjoy. Offering baggage storage, the hostel is located in a residential area of Cape Town, 19 minutes on foot from Clock Tower Retail Centre.

Location

Situated nearly a 5-minute ride from V&A Waterfront Shopping Mall, the accommodation is just a short stroll from such sports venues as the R4.5-billion Cape Town Stadium. Nearby shopping destinations comprise Victoria & Alfred Waterfront (1.9 km) and the inventively designed retail Watershed Market (1.4 km) for visitors to explore. The nearby cultural landmarks include District Six Museum, which is 5 minutes away by car.

Well-connected to many sights, the 3-star Big Blue Backpackers Hostel is at a 300-metre distance from Upper Portswood bus station.

Rooms

Certain rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, and some units additionally boast a sofa set and a work desk. Some rooms provide high-speed internet to enhance guests' leisure time. Some of the rooms are equipped with reading lights, as well as double beds or single beds.

Eat & Drink

A wide range of dining options, including Giovanni's Deli World can be found 300 metres away. The Cape Town hostel also provides guests with convenient dining services, such as grocery shopping service.

Leisure & Business

The area is popular for hiking, table tennis, and pool.

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-23:00

from 10:00-11:00

Amenities

Public parking is possible at a location nearby for free.

Wireless internet is available in the hostel rooms for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Afrikaans

Building

Number of rooms:49

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Rooms and availability

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Shared Bathroom Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed2 Single beds

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Private Bathroom Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Dormitory Room Female only

Max:

1 person
Bed options:

1 Bed in shared room

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Off-site car park

Kitchen facilities

Shared kitchen

Air conditioning

Laundry

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Picnic area/ Tables

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Leisure/ TV room

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Golf course
Billiard tables
Table tennis

Services

Car hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink

Dining

Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room view

Garden view
City view
Pool view

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Shared kitchen

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

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Essential information about Big Blue Backpackers Hostel

💵 Lowest room price	23 C$
📏 Distance to centre	1.8 km
✈️ Distance to airport	20.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Cape Town International, CPT

Location

Address

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7 Vesperdene Road, Green Point, Cape Town, South Africa, 8005

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7 Vesperdene Road, Green Point, Cape Town, South Africa, 8005

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants
Hotels nearby

Mall

V&A Waterfront

1.3 km

Stadium

Cape Town Stadium

870 m

Aquarium

Two Oceans Aquarium

1.5 km

Victoria V & A Waterfront

Victoria & Alfred Waterfront

1.9 km

Mountain

Signal Hill

1.8 km

Castle

Castle of Good Hope

2.2 km

Museum

Bo-Kaap Museum

1.6 km

Store

Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village

1.6 km

Gallery

Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa

1.6 km

Museum

District Six Museum

2.2 km

Dock Road V&A Waterfront

The Cape Wheel

1.1 km

Portswood House

The Springbok Experience Rugby Museum

1.0 km

Square

Greenmarket Square

1.9 km

Convention Centre

Cape Town International Convention Centre

2.0 km

Museum

Chavonnes Battery Museum

1.8 km

Museum

Cape Town Diamond Museum

1.6 km

Gallery

South African National Gallery

2.1 km

Park

Green Point Park

1.6 km

Museum

Koopmans-de Wet House

1.6 km

Bree Street

1.8 km

Square

Nobel Square

1.2 km

Museum

South African Jewish Museum

2.2 km

Military Road Signal Hill

Noon Day Gun

1.7 km

Museum

Slave Lodge Museum

2.2 km

Military Rd

Noon Gun

1.1 km

Gallery

Martin Osner Fine Art Photography Gallery

750 m

Dock Rd Shop 1

Alfred Mall Gallery

820 m

Clock Tower Precinct

The Nelson Mandela Gateway To Robben Island

1.5 km

Market

The Watershed

1.4 km

Museum

Cape Medical Museum

580 m

Restaurant

Shift Espresso Bar

270 m

Restaurant

Marcel's Frozen Yoghurt

1.5 km

Restaurant

V&A Food Market

1.3 km

Restaurant

The Thai Hut Co

1.2 km

Restaurant

Vagabond Kitchens

1.2 km

Restaurant

Lua Street Food

1.3 km

Restaurant

Ground Art Caffe

1.0 km

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FAQ about Big Blue Backpackers

Is there any public transport available near the 3-star Big Blue Backpackers Hostel hostel?

Yes, there is Upper Portswood bus stop right off the 3-star Big Blue Backpackers Hostel hostel.

Which airport is the closest to Big Blue Backpackers Hostel?

Big Blue Backpackers Hostel is situated within 25 km of Cape Town International airport.

When is the check-in and check-out time at the hostel?

Guests of the hostel are expected to check in around 14:00 and check out till 11:00.

What is the price for a nights' stay at Big Blue Backpackers Hostel hostel?

$37 Is the minimum rate for a one-night stay at Big Blue Backpackers Hostel hostel.

Which payment methods does the 3-star property accept?

Guests can pay for the stay at the 3-star property with such payment methods:

Visa
Mastercard

Can we store our bags at Big Blue Backpackers Hostel hostel after the checkout?

Yes, Big Blue Backpackers Hostel hostel provides guests with baggage storage.

Which room facilities does Big Blue Backpackers Hostel hostel offer?

Some rooms at Big Blue Backpackers Hostel hostel feature reading lights for guests' convenience.

Which restaurants close to Big Blue Backpackers Hostel come highly recommended?

Guests can visit Giovanni's Deli World, located 5 minutes' walk from Big Blue Backpackers Hostel, or Cafe Paris, situated a 5-minute stroll away.

What kind of bathrooms does Big Blue Backpackers Hostel hostel feature?

Private bathrooms with a shower are provided in some of the rooms at Big Blue Backpackers Hostel hostel.

Does Big Blue Backpackers Hostel hostel have a laundry?

Yes, there is a laundry at Big Blue Backpackers Hostel hostel.

Can guests use the swimming pool at this hostel?

This hostel offers a an outdoor swimming pool for guests to relax and unwind.

Does Big Blue Backpackers Hostel provide parking for free?

Guests of Big Blue Backpackers Hostel can use parking for free.