Title: TheLab Backpackers - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=114934073&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # TheLab Backpackers Suburban hostal in Franschhoek with free parking ## Photo gallery for TheLab Backpackers ![Standard Single Room, Non Smoking - TheLab Backpackers (Franschhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114934100/114934073/38d0a608.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - TheLab Backpackers (Franschhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114934100/114934073/6bf91c37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - TheLab Backpackers (Franschhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114934100/114934073/79068945.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - TheLab Backpackers (Franschhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114934100/114934073/w1600h1199x0y0-5ca4a271.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Single Room, Non Smoking - TheLab Backpackers (Franschhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114934100/114934073/ee777d18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies TheLab Backpackers provides amenities like a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-TheLab-Backpackers.h114934073.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-TheLab-Backpackers.h114934073.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.91137%2C19.12856&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oS9uJzomzX57G_40ROEygGZ8D-Q=) 24 Nerina Street, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690 #### What's nearby - Franschhoek Town Hall \- 12 min walk \- 1.1 km - Dutch Reformed Church \- 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Franschhoek Art House \- 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - Huguenot Monument \- 20 min walk \- 1.7 km - Franschhoek Wine Tram \- 2 min drive \- 1.8 km #### Getting around - Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 67 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Hoek - ‬13 min walk - ‪Terbodore Coffee Roasters - ‬19 min walk - ‪Tuk Tuk Microbrewery - ‬11 min walk - ‪Haute Cabriere - ‬12 min walk - ‪French Connection - ‬15 min walk ## About this property ### TheLab Backpackers Hostal in the suburbs TheLab Backpackers provides amenities like a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), concierge services, and outdoor furniture - Tour/ticket assistance, a nature reserve, and a TV in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at TheLab Backpackers boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13306200/13306181/0fb1ba2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eight on Tuin Franschhoek - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 21 reviews CA $155 CA $179 total includes taxes & fees Dec 17 - Dec 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=13306181&PinnedHotelID=13306181&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114933700/114933686/3583ded4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### theLAB BLUE Franschhoek - 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Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included 6.0 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=4280998&PinnedHotelID=4280998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 150 for children ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - In a nature reserve - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - 8 steps to reach entrance - No elevator - Tile flooring in room ### More - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 150 for children 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, debit cards, and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as TheLab Backpackers Hostal TheLab Backpackers Franschhoek TheLab Backpackers Hostal Franschhoek ## Frequently asked questions ### Is TheLab Backpackers pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at TheLab Backpackers? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at TheLab Backpackers? ### What time is check-out at TheLab Backpackers? ### Where is TheLab Backpackers located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## TheLab Backpackers Reviews ## Reviews 8.2 ### Very good 37 external reviews