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# 33 South Backpackers

Travelers start their day with a hearty breakfast on the sun-drenched terrace before planning adventures at this vibrant social hub in Observatory

## Photo gallery for 33 South Backpackers

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- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies

33 South Backpackers offers an upscale yet welcoming atmosphere in Observatory. Guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast on the sunny terrace each morning, then use the WiFi to research and plan their day's activities in this sociable environment.

## Reviews

8.0

Very good

## Popular amenities

- Breakfast included
- Free WiFi
- Bar
- Laundry
- Housekeeping
- 24/7 front desk

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### View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom (Khayelitsha)

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### Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom (Khayelitsha)

- 215 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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### Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Tygerberg)

- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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### Standard Suite, Accessible (BoKaap)

- Garden view
- 194 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed

### Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom (Kalk Bay)

- 538 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Twin Bunk Beds

### Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom (Jouge)

- 538 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 8
- 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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### Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom (D6)

- 431 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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## About the area

Observatory, a neighborhood in Cape Town, is home to 33 South Backpackers. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Camps Bay Beach and Bloubergstrand Beach. Arderne Gardens and Africa Centre are also worth visiting. [Visit our Cape Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town.dx6046820)

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48 Trill Road, Observatory, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925

### What's nearby

- ![Table Mountain National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/910/a3a7d12c-3673-4b65-af05-0314ae614c6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Table Mountain National Park  
12 min walk \- 1.1 km
- Cape Town Science Centre  
8 min walk \- 0.7 km
- Heart of Cape Town Museum  
11 min walk \- 1.0 km
- Groote Schuur Hospital  
12 min walk \- 1.1 km
- University of Cape Town  
17 min walk \- 1.4 km

### Getting around

- Observatory Station  
2 min walk
- Cape Town Station  
11 min drive
- Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)  
14 min drive

### Restaurants

- Ferdinando's Pizza  
6 min walk
- McDonald's  
7 min walk
- Obz Café  
1 min walk
- Sushi Wave  
2 min walk
- Woodstock Brewery Taproom  
1 min walk

## About this property

### 33 South Backpackers

Upscale hostel near Cape Town International Convention Centre

At 33 South Backpackers, you can look forward to free breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 

Additional perks include:

- A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance
- A 24-hour front desk and a front-desk safe

Room features

All guestrooms at 33 South Backpackers feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes. 

Extra conveniences in all rooms include: 

- Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

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## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- No onsite parking available
- Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

### Food and drink

- Free breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
- A bar/lounge

### Family friendly

- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

### Conveniences

- 24-hour front desk
- Safe at front desk

### Guest services

- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Tour and ticket assistance

### Outdoors

- Barbecue grill
- Picnic area
- Terrace

### More

- 1 building
- 1 floor

## Room amenities

### Bedroom

- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

### Bathroom

- Private or shared bathroom
- Shower

### Food and drink

- Shared kitchen access

### More

- Safe

## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 12 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Access methods

Staffed front desk

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 180 per night

### Property payment types

## Important information

### Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

- Deposit: ZAR 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property. 

### Optional extras

- Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 180.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
- Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 180 per night

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

This property accepts credit cards

### National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

### Property is also known as

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## Reviews

## 33 South Backpackers Reviews

8.0

### Very good

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### 8.0

Cleanliness

### 6.0

Location

### 8.0

Staff & service

### 8.0

Property conditions & facilities

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## Reviews

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### 8/10 Good

#### Tommy

Dec 30, 2015

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

#### Good value for money

Good value for money

##### Tommy