Name: Ashanti Lodge Backpackers
Address: 11 Hof Street, Gardens, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa, 11 Hof Street, Western Cape, 8001, South Africa
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $20 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.4

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Ashanti Lodge Backpackers

11 Hof Street, Gardens, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa – Excellent location – show map

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Guests who stayed here loved

“Upgraded our room for free, thank you so much!!! Really appreciated! :) very nice staff and place to stay at, very affordable.”

Emily

United States of America

“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”

Sarah

Canada

“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...”

Oyvind

Norway

“The staff was very friendly and we liked having our room off to the side of the hostel. The internet worked well and the room was cozy.”

Sabine

Austria

“The location was a quiet side rood a little bit out of the center. The kloof street was easy to access from the accommodation. The Ashanti Hotel was offering an external good laundry as well.”

Sven

Sweden

“The breakfast was lovely, I didn't even wait long for the breakfast, they are very quick. Staff members very effective and efficient. Location is awesome as well, allowed me to meet different...”

Marlene

South Africa

“it had very friendly staff and excellent accommodations!”

Emily

Canada

“Smaller, quaint, house environment. Not industrial volume like some other hostels in town. Good breakfast.”

Steve

United States of America

“The lodge was very nice in general for the price. I had a double bed for myself. The staff were nice and could check-in late at night after a long trip. They were helpful when I transferred to the...”

Patricia

Spain

“Location was perfect. Showers and toilets were always spotless.”

Karin

South Africa

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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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.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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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Availability

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Room Type

Number of guests

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 bunk bed

Standard Double Room

1 full bed

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

1 bunk bed

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 bunk bed

Double Room with Shower

1 queen bed

Standard Twin Room

2 twin beds

Deluxe Double Room

1 king bed

Single Bed in Dormitory Room

1 twin bed

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room

1 twin bed

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

Guests who stayed here loved

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Emily
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
“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
“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...”
Sabine
Austria
“The staff was very friendly and we liked having our room off to the side of the hostel. The internet worked well and the room was cozy.”
Sven
Sweden
“The location was a quiet side rood a little bit out of the center. The kloof street was easy to access from the accommodation. The Ashanti Hotel was offering an external good laundry as well.”
M
Marlene
South Africa
“The breakfast was lovely, I didn't even wait long for the breakfast, they are very quick. Staff members very effective and efficient. Location is awesome as well, allowed me to meet different people from all over the world.”
Emily
Canada
“it had very friendly staff and excellent accommodations!”
Steve
United States of America
“Smaller, quaint, house environment. Not industrial volume like some other hostels in town. Good breakfast.”
Patricia
Spain
“The lodge was very nice in general for the price. I had a double bed for myself. The staff were nice and could check-in late at night after a long trip. They were helpful when I transferred to the other lodge to stay with my friend and also...”
Karin
South Africa
“Location was perfect. Showers and toilets were always spotless.”

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

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

Cash

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.

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