Hostel The Backpack, Cape Town

Really nice place, great location and price. Breakfast was nice and included in the price, but was a bit bland.

Top location, safe parking, nice breakfast and amazing views from the clean loft!

It was super clean

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Clean, spacious, comfy, and welcoming hosts. Great value for money and pretty good location.

Cleanest and neatest kitchen I have ever seen at a backpackers. The free breakfast is very adequate. Great that you can also order a cappucino on top of normal tea/coffee. There is ample comfotable communal space, including in the garden. I was in a private ensuite room which was ideal next to the kitchen, and with an outdoor area with table and chairs and view on Table Mountain from there. The room and I think all the dorms except perhaps one or two are removed from noise from the bar. Over two nights the bar never got out of hand or late. Situated on the edge of the Bo-Kaap. I walked there and to the city centre in complete safety.

Truly no complaints, and I have seen many backpackers over the years!

The hospitality was great, the breakfast was clean and appetising , the breakfast layout and stuff members know their work

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It was good.

The floorings, if someone is walking you could here foot steps and that disturbs your sleep

Everything was great. Amazing staff, good vibes, clean, good location, nice breakfast…

Everything was great , enjoyed my stay. Clean , friendly staff, great location. Friendly and kind Guests also. Great Room mates.

Nothing. Everything was great.

The whole stay in itself was decent, no major complaints really. for a 1 night stay, will do it again. For a quick business trip, I would recommend this place, great value for money.

The fact that you pay 2k extra for like 5 minutes of heater usage? not cool Also there was no shower gel.

I came as solo but never felt lonely or alone. I am amazed at the afforability coupled with all the offerings and comfortability!

I dont have any negative review. The staff go out of their way to assist you with what is needed and really appreciate them going out their way. They are all such fantastic people with good vibes!

I absolutely love staying at Villa Viva. It exceeded all my expectations. The room was clean, and the white linen was great quality & spotless. The breakfast is unbelievable. The staff very friendly. The location amazing.

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Good location, comfortable, friendly staff, nice vibe, good breakfast. Also our en suite room had heat, which was nice when traveling in winter.

Convenient

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The good vibes at the villa, the location... I am quite a frequent user of that place now and each time i came was amazing.

Well i just wish the shower doesn't take that long to warm... I believe this does not serve the "save water" goal, because you have to let it run in a relatively long period. Also please make it warmer... Probably a problem specific to the room i took during my last stay. I did not enjoy the water temperature. Other than that, it remains my Go to Place! i love Viva villa.

Good price. Very clean, quiet and perfect location

Breakfast and room was in a good condition. Great location with easy access to shops, restaurants and transport.

Would be nice if there was a mini fridge and TV in the room.

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I liked the location It was very cool at night and the breakfast was good for the price I paid. The place is close to lots of entertainment areas.

The staff members were very rude, two African ladies and white lady were very rude and their customer service was very poor. Their names are Samantha, Sesethu and Matilda.After breakfast they chase you out of the dining area by playing very loud music even when they see that you are busy on the laptop trying to concentrate. Their actions were very rude, disrespectful and unprofessional for that kind of a business.The only person I found to be welcoming and friendly was the reception lady. I cannot recommend anyone to go to a place like that where clients are not respected. I was very disappointed.

Breakfast, karaoke, friendly staff

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Our stay at Villa Viva went very well. The concept allows us to meet people, and the people who work there are very kind. The location was perfect: close to the city, easy access by car to the roads leading to the mountains, etc. Our stay was car-free, and we were able to enjoy it. We will be back (hopefully soon). Thank you to the young people and other people who offer this place a wonderful experience.

The Buffet breakfast was good, rooms are neat and clean , i booked for a 1 night , ended up staying there for 3 night

Nice breakfast and hostel, room is okay with lockers and the staff is friendly.

It's a bit far from the city center but ubers are quite cheap to move around

Breakfast was good, staff was friendly, very warm welcome. We loved it very much. A memorable stay.

Convenient, easy access to City Centre

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Room quality

Location

It is peaceful no noise they do have a dog and cat though. Very friendly stuff the Wi-Fi is good. The water is not really hot hot though but warm so it’s okay.

Everything's was good

Staff is truly amazing!

As I spent few days during winter time, I felt there was no proper heating system or windows with good insulation so the room was cold. The internet connection was not very good either.

Everything about the place and location

That there is no TV in the room

The places is really quiet and reserved and clean.

Not clearly stating that the 6room domery was being shared with other people

• Excellent location — right in the heart of the city • Beautiful mountain view • Pool and friendly community • Tasty breakfast in a cozy setting • Daily bed linen change

Beds were a bit squeaky

I like it is comfortable but no air conditioner . The staff are friendly and helpful. I did like it and I recommended it

No air conditioning

Really great place with lovely staff that make you really feel welcome and create a great atmosphere :) loved the stay

Good location, nicely laid out, breakfast was good.

I booked an additional night the day i arrived but had to cancel it. I had paid for it and requested a refund. I was told it would take a few days, over 3 weeks later, and several emails later, still waiting.

The place is comfortable and convenient

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The private room was cozy, the common spaces were amazing

The breakfast included was poor quality, the pastries were old, the fruit was finishing quickly and the coffee was poor quality.

Staff were friendly and helpful.

The outside is not presentable and furniture in the breakfast area was not on point. Breakfast is too limited. The fact of having no TV in the room was not ok. But the rooms were very neat. The staff were really amazing.

Very clean, good breakfast and great staff

It is a bit overpriced for a dorm room

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Room exceptional, beds comfortable

No gel in mohlongo room, they didn't change our towels but we requested it. They gave us

Best hostel I've ever been to. The people are amazing and its such a social hstel with amazing ammenities and rooms

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Breakfast was lovely. Would have liked coffee to be available without having to pay.

No secure parking available. Room was a neat and clean but could do with a little bit of color to make it more welcoming.

Cute, friendly happy little place. Should have stayed longer. Had a private room and bath. Would stay again

Bathroom in room could be a little cleaner (baseboards) but honestly not a big deal

Breakfast was okay.

Did not know who was working there, needed warm water at breakfast as kettle was cold, did not know who was working and who is guest behind the counter.

Very nice guest house, with a dynamic team, if you want to have a nice time in Cape Town, go there without a doubt :)

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I went on holiday on my own and it was an excellent choice of location, the hostel is well located, I stayed in a single room which was comfortable, the shared bathroom was always very clean. The staff were all very pleasant and welcoming. The place has a good, well-equipped kitchen. The breakfast was good.

In my room I could hear a lot of noise from the neighboring rooms and the sound of footsteps upstairs

Since my last visit in 2022, the conditions have drastically improved.