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THE BIG Luxury Backpackers

Property class: 3.5
Cape Town hotel with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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THE BIG Luxury Backpackers puts you within a 10-minute drive of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Table Mountain. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Bar/lounge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is R1 196
R1 375 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

Room options

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View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

A bedroom with a bunk bed, a bedside table with books, a window with curtains, and a potted plant.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Econo room with detached bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a bedside table, and a window.

Econo room with detached bathroom

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a window, a bedside lamp, a clothing rack, and a hanging light fixture.

Family Room

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bugdet double room

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with a view of greenery, a wooden nightstand, and a wall-mounted mirror.

Bugdet double room

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a window with a view, and a hanging light fixture.

Comfort Double Room

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory

A bedroom with two beds, a large window, a TV, and a hanging light fixture.

Comfort Shared Dormitory

10,0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a view of the outdoors, and a blue headboard.

Basic Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

A bunk bed room with a desk and a window.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

9,0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Map
18 Thornhill Road, Green Point, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005

What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Greenpoint Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Green Point Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape Town Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 22 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 6 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 19 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪L.A. FARMS - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nobu - The One&Only Cape Town - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jasons Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bootlegger Coffee Company - ‬7 min walk

About this property

THE BIG Luxury Backpackers

  • THE BIG Luxury Backpackers puts you within a 10-minute drive of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Table Mountain. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site parking is limited
    • Free off-site parking nearby
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-cm Smart TV

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Mixer

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared accommodations
  • Mobile key entry
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 450 per person (one-way)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

B.I.G Backpackers House Cape Town
B.I.G Backpackers House
B.I.G Backpackers Cape Town
B.I.G Backpackers
B.I.G Backpackers Guesthouse Cape Town
B.I.G Backpackers Guesthouse
The BIG
The B.I.G Backpackers
The Big Backpackers Cape Town
THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Hotel
THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Cape Town
THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 450 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, hiking, and horseback riding. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include an arcade and a garden.

What's the area around THE BIG Luxury Backpackers like?

THE BIG Luxury Backpackers is a short 7-minute walk from Table Mountain National Park and 10 minutes' walk from Cape Town Stadium.

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