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Wanderlust Backpackers

2.0 star property
Cape Town hostel in Observatory with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Front of property
Front of property
Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free daily self-service breakfast
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
93 Station Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925
  • Groote Schuur Hospital
    12 min walk
  • University of Cape Town
    2 min drive
  • Castle of Good Hope
    6 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    16 min drive

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory (2 Bunk Beds)

Basic Shared Dormitory (2 Bunk Beds)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (3 Bunk Beds)

Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory (3 Bunk Beds)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory (4 Bunk Beds)

Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory (4 Bunk Beds)

Highlights

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

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Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

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About the area

Cape Town

At Wanderlust Backpackers you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Cape Town Science Centre and South African Astronomical Observatory. Highlights at this hostel include free self-service breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Observatory hostel include Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street.
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What's nearby

  • Groote Schuur Hospital - 12 min walk
  • University of Cape Town - 2 min drive
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 7 min drive
  • Long Street - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Observatory Station - 1 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 12 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 16 min drive

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

Cape Town hostel in Observatory with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Wanderlust Backpackers also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This Cape Town hostel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
Wanderlust Backpackers offers 7 shared accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Cape Town hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 200 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Wanderlust Backpackers?

Wanderlust Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Wanderlust Backpackers?

Yep, Wanderlust Backpackers has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Wanderlust Backpackers?

The closest beach to Wanderlust Backpackers is Camps Bay Beach (8.7 km).

Does Wanderlust Backpackers serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary self-service brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wanderlust Backpackers?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wanderlust Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Wanderlust Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

Wanderlust Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2019