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THE BIG Luxury Backpackers

3.5 star property
Comfortable property, walk to Cape Town Stadium

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Interior
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Bathroom
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • BarBarBar
The price is S$88
Price available on 31/05/2024

Explore the area

Map
18 Thornhill Road, Green Point, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005
  • Popular LocationCape Town Stadium10 min walk
  • Popular LocationTwo Oceans Aquarium3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCape Town Cruise Terminal4 min drive
  • AirportCape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)23 min drive
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Room options

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds and 2 King Beds

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double or Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Shared Dormitory

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bugdet double room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

THE BIG Luxury Backpackers is located in Green Point, a neighbourhood in Cape Town. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Camps Bay Beach and Table Mountain, while Two Oceans Aquarium and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cape Town Stadium or Newlands Stadium. Snorkelling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Cape Town Stadium - 10 min walk
  • Long Street - 2 min drive
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 3 min drive
  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 3 min drive
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Esplanade Station - 5 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 6 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Shift Espresso Bar - 6 min walk
  • Andiccio24 - 5 min walk
  • Giovanni's Deliworld - 5 min walk
  • McDonald's - 7 min walk
  • The Strangers Club - 8 min walk

About this property

THE BIG Luxury Backpackers

Comfortable property, walk to Cape Town Stadium
This property features an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning and laundry facilities are on-site. All 19 rooms provide conveniences such as fridges and microwaves, plus free WiFi and Smart TVs. Other amenities available to guests include stovetops, ceiling fans and hairdryers.
THE BIG Luxury Backpackers offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Cape Town property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the property include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, Hebrew

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 50-cm Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 450 per person (one-way)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

B.I.G Backpackers House Cape Town
B.I.G Backpackers House
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B.I.G Backpackers Guesthouse Cape Town
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Frequently asked questions

Does THE BIG Luxury Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

As of 21 May,2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers on 31 May,2024 start from S$88.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is THE BIG Luxury Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at THE BIG Luxury Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does THE BIG Luxury Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 450 per person applies.

Where is THE BIG Luxury Backpackers located?

Located in Green Point, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Table Mountain National Park and Cape Town Stadium. Two Oceans Aquarium and Long Street are also within 1 mile (2 km).

THE BIG Luxury Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marzieh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a cultural and cozy place
We had a extra ordinary service . Thanks to jaklin for her easy check in and as airline lost our luggage , Melissa she spend a lot of time to track our luggage and make sure everything is going to be ok with us.she was so so helpful. I appreciate her time. Breakfast was nice and had variety.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Sherbrooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I'm back in CPT I will book this place again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaVesha

Stayed 27 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thebestbackpack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They provide things that make staying in a dorm much more comfortable, like plenty of clothes hooks and towel racks, good fans, lockers.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Far exceeded expectation. Staff were acceptional. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019