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A Victorian mansion style establishment hosts the Ashanti Lodge Backpackers. Located close to the foot of Table Mountain, the wooden sun deck and the garden of the hostel offer views of the landscape. Accommodations include bright dormitory rooms and private rooms. Some features normal bed or iron wrought bunk beds. All have a decor with designer touch. Communal areas of the Ashanti Lodge Backpackers include an outdoor swimming pool, a travel center, and the Kumasi Café with billiard. Reception is open from 8 to 5, but live-in staff always available in to assist with after hours inquiries and/or check-ins. Free Hi-speed wifi available everywhere and computer available free of charge. Breakfast not included in room-only rate, but a la carte available in the Kumasi Cafe. Longstreet with various restaurants, day and nightlife is about a 10 minute walk away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet


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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews
Review score

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.1
Free Wifi
6.8
Low score for Cape Town
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • E
    Emily
    United States of America United States of America
    Upgraded our room for free, thank you so much!!! Really appreciated! :) very nice staff and place to stay at, very affordable.
  • Sarah
    Canada Canada
    The staff is friendly and very helpful. The property and facilities are clean and well kept. The bed was comfortable. Its location is ideal to getting to many great restaurants and tourist spots
  • Oyvind
    Norway Norway
    Really friendly and helpful staff, and they have everything you need here, like a small restaurant, swimming pool area, and even a bar. Just a 5 min walk to Kloof street with great restaurants and bars. Almost as close as you can get to Table...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Kumasi Cafe
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Modern

Amenities of Ashanti Lodge Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Happy hour
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Tennis equipment
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Tennis court
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Ashanti Lodge Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Ashanti Lodge Backpackers

  • Check-in at Ashanti Lodge Backpackers is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Ashanti Lodge Backpackers has 1 restaurant:

    • Kumasi Cafe

  • Ashanti Lodge Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Walking tours
    • Locker rooms
    • Horseback riding
    • Bar crawls
    • Swimming pool
    • Movie nights
    • Happy hour
    • Bike tours
    • Tennis equipment

  • Ashanti Lodge Backpackers is 0.7 miles from the center of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Ashanti Lodge Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.