- 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
Overview of The B.I.G Backpackers
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Exceptional
42 reviews
Guests rated this property 4.6/5 for cleanliness.
Amenities
- Pool
- Free WiFi
- Breakfast included
- Bar
Map
18 Thornhill Road, Green Point, Cape Town, Western Cape
Explore the area
Cape Town Stadium12 min walk
Two Oceans Aquarium7 min drive
Signal Hill17 min drive
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)24 min drive
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Shared Dormitory (Mixed)
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Shared Dormitory (Mixed)
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- 377 sq ft
- Sleeps 1
- 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Family Room
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Family Room
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- 377 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Twin Room
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Twin Room
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- 377 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
Triple Room
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Triple Room
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- 377 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 3 Twin Beds
Double Room
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Double Room
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- 377 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Shared Dormitory, Women only
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Shared Dormitory, Women only
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- 377 sq ft
- Sleeps 5
- 5 Twin Beds
About this area
Cape Town
The B.I.G Backpackers is located in Cape Town's Green Point neighborhood. Castle of Good Hope and Table Mountain are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lions Head and Camps Bay Beach. Check out an event or a game at Cape Town Stadium, and consider making time for Two Oceans Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
Visit our Cape Town travel guideWhat's nearby
- Cape Town Stadium - 12 min walk
- V&A Waterfront - 19 min walk
- Two Oceans Aquarium - 7 min drive
- Signal Hill - 17 min drive
- Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 20 min drive
Getting around
- Cape Town Station - 6 min drive
- Salt River Station - 7 min drive
- Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 24 min drive
About this property
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free nearby parking
Limited parking spaces
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM–10 AM
1 bar
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Dry cleaning service
Free cribs/infant beds
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Front-desk safe
Library
Guest services
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Languages spoken
Afrikaans
English
French
Hebrew
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
Accessible bathroom
In-room accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Ceiling fan
Free cribs/infant beds
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
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Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in from 2 PM - 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11 PM
24-hour airport shuttle service is available
Fees may apply; contact the property in advance to get details
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs (infant beds)
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 220.00 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.
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.
Property is also known as
B.I.G Backpackers House Cape Town
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B.I.G Backpackers Guesthouse Cape Town
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Guest reviews
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2019
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Far exceeded expectation. Staff were acceptional. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
BIG Backpackers
BIG Backpackers is very homey-it really does feel like a home away from home. The location is really good and the staff are really cool. They have 2 nights where they take groups out on the town. The only downside is the breakfast is really basic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018