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Riverlodge Backpackers

3.0 star property
Cape Town hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Terrace/patio
Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
BBQ/picnic area
Lobby sitting area
Located near the heart of the city, Riverlodge Backpackers offers a warm welcome with free roundtrip airport shuttle and WiFi in public areas. Gather around the firepit on a chilly evening or explore nearby attractions with an area shuttle.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Nightclub
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
The current price is CNY97
CNY224 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7

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Basic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate bedroom
10 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Classic 5-Bed Family Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic 5-Bed Family Room, Non Smoking

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Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

10 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

10 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Highlights

10 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

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5 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Non Smoking

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5 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 16
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

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3 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 15
  • 7 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

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10 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 20
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Highlights

10 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Classic 4-Bed Family Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic 4-Bed Family Room, Non Smoking

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Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Highlights

10 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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6.0 out of 10, 1 review
The price is CNY185
CNY185 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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About the neighborhood

Map
Oude Molen Eco Village Alexandra Road, Pinelands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7405

What's nearby

  • University of Cape Town - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Canal Walk Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Long Street - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 10 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 14 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 26 min drive
  • Pinelands Station - 19 min walk
  • Maitland Station - 26 min walk
  • Koeberg Station - 26 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Omilo Greek Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The River Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hoghouse Brewery, Bakery & Barbeque - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aiyara Thai - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Platō coffee - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Riverlodge Backpackers

Featuring a nightclub, Riverlodge Backpackers puts you within a 10-minute drive of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 99 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM*
DONE

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Services

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

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Nightclub
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 300 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

Riverlodge Backpackers Hostel Cape Town
Riverlodge Backpackers Hostel
Riverlodge Backpackers Cape Town
Riverlodge Backpackers Cape Town
Riverlodge Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Riverlodge Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Riverlodge Backpackers?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Riverlodge Backpackers?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Riverlodge Backpackers?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 300 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Riverlodge Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Riverlodge Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (9-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Riverlodge Backpackers and nearby?

Riverlodge Backpackers has a nightclub and a picnic area, as well as a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Riverlodge Backpackers?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Riverlodge Backpackers like?

Riverlodge Backpackers is located a short 8-minute walk from Vincent Pallotti Hospital.

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Riverlodge Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Avoid at all costs

This place was terrible. To start, they tried to make me pay again when I already paid online. I had to speak to the owner on the phone who lied to me about it and was extremely rude. I booked two private rooms and they tried to make me share a room with another guest. I refused because I paid more to have my own room. They do not provide wifi like is advertised and when I pressed the owner, he gave me one coupon for 100mb internet for two rooms (4 people). I told him it was advertised online as free wifi and he got very angry. He insulted me and my nationality. The place is ok. It is very loud all night which made it difficult to sleep. The shower was only luke warm. Skip this place. Pay the extra little bit to stay somewhere else.

10/10 Exceptional

N, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

herve, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nico, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nico, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

You get what you pay for

One night stay, nothing to rave about , the cheapest accommodation for the day in cape town. Very small though
Nabeel, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It is good for camping and for singles

The hotel/lodge need more self contained rooms. The place is self cantering but some items bought can disappear easily. I was given a family room. Good water flow and hot water was available.
Godfrey , 3-night trip