74 New Church Street, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa

In Cape Town city center, The Backpack was the first backpackers in South African and features a café and an outdoor pool with panoramic Table Mountain views. The shops of Kloof Street and Long Street are a 5-minute walk away.

All stylishly decorated rooms at The Backpack have hardwood floors and are fitted with comfortable bedding, towels and electronic safes. Some rooms have in-room tea and coffee facilities.

In the cafe, guests can enjoy breakfasts, fresh sandwiches and a bar serving craft beers. Private meals can be prepared in the communal kitchen.

The on-site souvenir shop features locally made handicraft as well as artwork. The staff at the travel desk can recommend city tours and outdoor excursions, such as paragliding and shark-cage diving.

The Backpack is 4.8 km from Camps Bay beach and The V&A Waterfront is a 10-minute drive away.