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Riverlodge Backpackers

3.0 star property
Hostel in Cape Town with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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BBQ/picnic area
In-room safe, bed sheets
In-room safe, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is P1,608
P1,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 18 - Jul 19

Room options

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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

In-room safe, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Exclusive Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

In-room safe, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

In-room safe, bed sheets

Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 15
  • 7 Twin Bunk Beds

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

In-room safe, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 16
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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

In-room safe, bed sheets

Family Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

In-room safe, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

In-room safe, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, bed sheets

Family Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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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
  • Long Street - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 10 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Millstone cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ou Meul Bakery And Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Black River Park - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fat Cactus - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Fig - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Riverlodge Backpackers

Hostel near Cape Town International Convention Centre
Consider a stay at Riverlodge Backpackers and take advantage of a terrace, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a vending machine, and barbecue grills
  • Tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage
Room features
All 99 rooms offer amenities such as safes.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

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 (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 - 10:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not 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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

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, 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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverlodge Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverlodge Backpackers?

As of Jul 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverlodge Backpackers on Jul 18, 2025 start from P 1,607.85, 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.

How much is parking at Riverlodge Backpackers?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverlodge Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riverlodge Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Riverlodge Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–10:30 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 300 per vehicle applies.

Where is Riverlodge Backpackers located?

Situated in Cape Town, this hostel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Vincent Pallotti Hospital and within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Cape Town and Groote Schuur Hospital. Old Biscuit Mill and Table Mountain National Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). Pinelands Station is 19 minutes by foot and Maitland Station is 26 minutes.

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Riverlodge Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

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

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10

Ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10

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

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

2/10

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.