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Cape Town, ZA
Urban Hive Backpackers
208 Long Street
Independent hotel · Guest score 8.4/10
About this hotel
Victorian Style Heritage Building : Urban Hive Backpackers is a charming hostel nestled within a heritage building boasting Victorian style architecture, located on the lively Long Street in central Cape Town. Communal Facilities : Guests can enjoy the convenience of a communal kitchen fully equipped for meal preparation, a vibrant bar for drinks, and balconies with barbecue facilities offering stunning views of Long Street and Table Mountain. Convenient Amenities and Services : From a billiard room and TV lounge for relaxation to helpful staff at the reception to assist with trip planning and bookings, Urban Hive Backpackers ensures a comfortable stay. Explore nearby dining options on Long Street and visit attractions like The Company's Garden and Greenmarket Square just a short walk away. Ready to experience the vibrant atmosphere of Urban Hive Backpackers? Book your stay now!
Facilities
- Parking
All 63 facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Hiking
- BBQ facilities
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Airport shuttle
- Safety deposit box
- Bar
- Tour desk
- Ironing service
- Car hire
- Dry cleaning
- Games room
- Sun terrace
- Private check-in/check-out
- Daily housekeeping
- Designated smoking area
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Board games/puzzles
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Concierge service
- Shared kitchen
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Lockers
- Vending machine - drinks
- Evening entertainment
- Adult only
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
- Wine/champagne
- Outdoor fireplace
- Shuttle service
- Game drives
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Food delivered to guest room
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Face masks for guests available
- 24-hour security
- Delivered food - securely covered
- Thermometers for guests provided by property
- Walking tours
- Key card access
- Tour/class on local culture
- Broadcast Live sport events
- Pub crawls
- Movie nights
Check-in & checkout
- Check-in
- 01:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Check-out
- 10:00 AM
Rooms & rates
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Guest sentiment
- Cleanliness7.0
Guests reported issues with cleanliness, including bed bugs and cockroaches.
- Service9.1
The staff was frequently mentioned as friendly and helpful.
- Location9.1
The location was noted as central and convenient, though with some safety concerns.
- Room Quality7.0
Room quality was impacted by noise and reported bed bug infestation.
- Amenities8.1
Basic amenities noted, but room facilities and cleanliness could improve.
- Value for Money9.1
Overall perceived as good value given the location and pricing.
- Food and Beverage8.9
No specific feedback provided on food and beverage.
- Overall Experience8.9
Mixed feedback with several positive aspects overshadowed by cleanliness and safety concerns.
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