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Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

2.0 star property
Riverwalk hostel in Cape Town with free parking

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The Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge, in the historical district, offers a refreshing outdoor pool and a peaceful garden. Guests can grab snacks at the convenience store and enjoy free WiFi, combining comfort and convenience at this charming property.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Parking included

Room options

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Double Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Free WiFi
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Free WiFi
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Room

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
Free WiFi
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
A1, Oude Molen Eco Village, Alexandra Road, Pinelands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7405

What's nearby

  • University of Cape Town - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Canal Walk Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Long Street - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 8 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Pinelands Station - 3 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 14 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hoghouse Brewery, Bakery & Barbeque - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Omilo Greek Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Platō coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ou Meul Bakery And Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Novo Pizza + Wine - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

Hostel near Cape Town International Convention Centre
Take advantage of an airport shuttle, a corner/local shop and a terrace at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as shopping on-site and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and tour/ticket information
  • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in reception and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge have comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Know thy Farmer

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On the riverwalk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 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
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 160.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 200 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 100 (one-way), (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 160.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash

Property is also known as

Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge Cape Town
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Cape Town
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9:00 AM-3:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 200 per person applies.

Where is Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this hostel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Vincent Pallotti Hospital and within 3 miles (5 km) of Groote Schuur Hospital and Old Biscuit Mill. University of Cape Town is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away. Pinelands Station is 24 minutes by foot and Ndabeni Station is 26 minutes.

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