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Riverlodge Backpackers

3.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful garden retreat, a welcoming café for morning coffee, and helpful staff ready to assist with tour bookings at this special hideaway

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Riverlodge Backpackers sits near the city center, offering convenient perks including a complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle and public area WiFi. On cool evenings, guests gather at the firepit, while an area shuttle makes exploring nearby attractions simple and stress-free.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €33
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
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About this property

Riverlodge Backpackers

  • Hostel near Cape Town International Convention Centre
  • Consider a stay at Riverlodge Backpackers and take advantage of a nightclub, a terrace and a firepit. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Outdoor pool access nearby
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecues and books
    • A vending machine, a billiards/pool table and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All 99 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

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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 - 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

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

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Riverlodge Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverlodge Backpackers?

As of 21 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverlodge Backpackers on 22 May 2026 start from €33, 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 Riverlodge Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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?

Checkout 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 miles (5 km) of University of Cape Town and Cape Town Science Centre. Groote Schuur Hospital and Old Biscuit Mill are also within 3 miles (5 km). Pinelands Station is only a 3-minute walk and Ndabeni Station is 21 minutes.

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Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Bradley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Godfrey

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

N

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

herve

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

10/10 Excellent

Nico

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

8/10 Good

Nico

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