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Riverlodge Backpackers

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free airport shuttle at this 3-star Cape Town hostel

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BBQ/picnic area
Family Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets
Shower
Front of property
Family Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets
Reviews
7.0

Good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttleFree airport shuttleFree airport shuttle
  • BarBarBar
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Oude Molen Eco Village Alexandra Road, Pinelands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7405
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Cape Town3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCape Town International Convention Centre8 min drive
  • AirportCape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)10 min drive
  • Popular LocationCape Town Cruise Terminal10 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Exclusive Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets

Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 15
  • 7 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Non Smoking

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Non Smoking

  • 43 sq ft
  • Sleeps 16
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Family Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets

Family Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Classic Twin Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking

Family Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets

Family Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

In Cape Town .A stay at this hostel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Vincent Pallotti Hospital and 3 miles (5 km) of University of Cape Town. Groote Schuur Hospital and Old Biscuit Mill are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Cape Town - 3 min drive
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 8 min drive
  • Long Street - 9 min drive
  • GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World - 9 min drive
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape Town Station - 14 min drive
  • Pinelands Station - 19 min walk
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ou Meul Bakery And Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hoghouse Brewery, Bakery & Barbeque - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fat Cactus - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Black River Park - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vida E Caffè - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Riverlodge Backpackers

Enjoy the free airport shuttle at this 3-star Cape Town hostel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Riverlodge Backpackers. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Cape Town hostel.

  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Guest accommodations at Riverlodge Backpackers offer safes. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; 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 - 10:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Riverlodge Backpackers to the airport?

Riverlodge Backpackers is 7.7 mi (10-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverlodge Backpackers?

As of Jun 9, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverlodge Backpackers on Jun 22, 2024 start from $12.67, excluding 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.

Does Riverlodge Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Riverlodge Backpackers offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

How close is Riverlodge Backpackers to the beach?

This hostel is 9.5 mi (23-min drive) from Camps Bay Beach and 10.1 mi (22-min drive) from Bloubergstrand Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Riverlodge Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Riverlodge Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riverlodge Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Riverlodge Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Riverlodge Backpackers?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Riverlodge Backpackers have a pool?

Riverlodge Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Riverlodge Backpackers have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Riverlodge Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Riverlodge Backpackers to downtown Cape Town?

Riverlodge Backpackers is 4 mi away from Cape Town.

Riverlodge Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Nico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Nabeel

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
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Godfrey , Lusaka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

herve

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