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    Our top choices for Stellenbosch hostels

    1. Stumble Inn Backpackers Lodge

    A building with a white facade, a balcony with a blue chair, and a green column.

    2. Strand Guesthouse - Hostel

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    3. The Yard - Hostel

    A wooden table with a potted plant, two wooden chairs with cushions, and a view of a room with a desk and books.

    4. Urban Hive Backpackers

    A corner building with a blue and white facade, a balcony, and a sign for a computer store.

    5. TheLab Backpackers

    A bedroom with a bed, a window, and a plant.

    6. Riverlodge Backpackers

    An outdoor seating area with tables and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a tiled roof.

    7. never at home Green Point

    A clear, shallow pool surrounded by large rocks with people swimming and walking around.

    8. never at home Kloof Street

    An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by potted plants and hanging lights.

    9. 91 Loop - Hostel

    A spacious cafe interior with a bar area, seating, and a display board.

    10. Green Elephant Backpackers

    A bar area with a wooden counter, stools, and various food and drink items.

    11. Curiocity Cape Town - Hostel

    A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and bedside lamps.

    12. Trails End Bike Hotel

    A swimming pool with numbered diving boards, a covered seating area, and a view of the sky.

    13. Zebra Crossing Backpackers

    An outdoor patio area with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and potted plants.

    14. MoTown by Mojo - Hostel

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    15. CURIOCITY Kloof Street

    A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, and a patterned throw blanket.

    16. Sweet Stay

    A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a view of the neighborhood through large windows.

    17. Mandela Rhodes Place

    A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a grey armchair. There is a small white side table with a potted plant. The room has large windows with grey curtains and a view of a cityscape.

    18. Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

    A white building with a brown roof, a front door, and a small porch. There are concrete planters with plants and flowers on either side of the steps leading to the door.

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    Learn more about Stellenbosch

    Oak-lined streets lead to world-class wineries where you can sample Pinotage while overlooking vine-covered hills. Explore historic Cape Dutch architecture in the university town, then join locals at sidewalk cafés along Church Street.

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    A vineyard with rows of grapevines and a mountain range in the background.

    Top reviews in Stellenbosch

    Zebra Crossing Backpackers

    An outdoor patio area with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and potted plants.

    91 Loop - Hostel

    A spacious cafe interior with a bar area, seating, and a display board.

    Curiocity Cape Town - Hostel

    A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and bedside lamps.

    Urban Hive Backpackers

    A corner building with a blue and white facade, a balcony, and a sign for a computer store.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Should I stay in a hostel in Stellenbosch?

    By staying at a hostel you can reduce your spending on accommodations and save more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your vacation. This destination's wineries offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds, and the gardens create an appealing natural setting.

    What is a hostel?

    These dorm-style accommodations come in many different forms, but all of them have three main things in common, including budget prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

    What are the best hostels in Stellenbosch?

    While you're deciding on where to stay, take a look at this top Stellenbosch hostel: Stumble Inn Backpackers Lodge - Property features include free WiFi, tour assistance, and a TV in a common area. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets.

    When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Stellenbosch?

    Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Stellenbosch is 33 inches.

    What is there to see and do in Stellenbosch?

    Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore these things around Stellenbosch. Get out into nature with places like Jonkershoek Nature Reserve, Helderberg Nature Reserve, and University of Stellenbosch Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Sasol Art Museum, VOC Kruithuis, and Toy & Miniature Museum. Visit landmarks like Spier Wine Estate, Fick House, and Dorp Street.

    What's the best way to get to and around Stellenbosch while staying at a hostel?

    Keep this information about transit options in and around Stellenbosch on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), 15.3 mi (24.7 km) from the city center.

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