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 ## 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/115000000/114940000/114934100/114934073/79068945.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - TheLab Backpackers (Franschhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114934100/114934073/6bf91c37.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. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=114934073&PinnedHotelID=114934073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=114934073&PinnedHotelID=114934073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=114934073&PinnedHotelID=114934073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=114934073&PinnedHotelID=114934073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=114934073&PinnedHotelID=114934073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=114934073&PinnedHotelID=114934073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=114934073&PinnedHotelID=114934073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=114934073&PinnedHotelID=114934073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking ![Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114934100/114934073/da4d8124.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Furnished patio Air conditioning Smart TV Premium bedding Separate bedroom Private bathroom Netflix Digital channels - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, Non Smoking ![Standard Double Room, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114934100/114934073/a293280b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Smart TV Premium bedding Separate bedroom Private bathroom Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Single Room, Non Smoking ![Standard Single Room, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114934100/114934073/368c23a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Smart TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Netflix Digital channels Daily housekeeping Desk - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Basic Triple Room, Non Smoking ![Basic Triple Room, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114934100/114934073/999669cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Triple Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Premium bedding Portable fan Daily housekeeping - 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More rewards for more adventures! [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 Located in Franschhoek, TheLab Backpackers is in the suburbs. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve, while Huguenot Memorial Museum and Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery are cultural highlights. [Visit our Franschhoek travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Franschhoek.dx180546) ![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 featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635146379501/5856efbe-6692-452d-b968-62b3a91ae78c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Franschhoek Town Hall 12 min walk \- 1.1 km - ![Franschhoek showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919972322/33d25152-4430-4ce2-a33b-acbb5d98bf4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dutch Reformed Church 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - ![Huguenot Monument featuring a monument, a statue or sculpture and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066805/50620f06-19ec-4b5d-aa7b-480514176a83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Huguenot Monument 20 min walk \- 1.7 km - ![🍷](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180546/f223da87-53b4-4750-bb7b-44a2b52c600f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Franschhoek Wine Tram 2 min drive \- 1.8 km - Franschhoek Art House 14 min walk \- 1.2 km ### Getting around - Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) 67 min drive ### Restaurants - French Connection 15 min walk - Haute Cabriere 12 min walk - Get Lost Coffee 13 min walk - Tuk Tuk Microbrewery 11 min walk - The Hoek 13 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), outdoor furniture, and a nature reserve - Concierge services, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at TheLab Backpackers boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. ## Similar properties ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100218800/100218724/a84d4427.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Neighbourgood Franschhoek Franschhoek - Parking included - Free WiFi - Living/Dining area 8.6 Excellent 55 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=100218724&PinnedHotelID=100218724&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 - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - 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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? 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