Located close to University of Cape Town and Cape Town International Convention Centre, V & A Backpackers provides a grocery/convenience store, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with shopping on site and a garden.
Located in Salt River, a neighborhood in Cape Town, V & A Backpackers is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Camps Bay Beach and Clifton Bay Beach. Check out an event or a game at Cape Town Stadium, and consider making time for Two Oceans Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
336 Victoria Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, Western Cape, 7925
What's nearby
Table Mountain National Park
11 min walk - 0.9 km
District 6
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Old Biscuit Mill
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Groote Schuur Hospital
18 min walk - 1.6 km
University of Cape Town
3 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Cape Town Station
10 min drive
Salt River Station
14 min walk
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)
16 min drive
Restaurants
Stellski Cafe and Coffee Bar
11 min walk
Pizza Connection
9 min walk
The Pot Luck Club & Gallery
11 min walk
Shamani Indian Restaurant
8 min walk
Akoo Coffee
9 min walk
About this property
V & A Backpackers
Guesthouse near University of Cape Town
Located close to Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street, V & A Backpackers provides a grocery/convenience store, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with shopping on site and a garden.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
Free self parking
A TV in the lobby, gas grills, and a water dispenser
Outdoor furniture, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at V & A Backpackers include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Showers and free toiletries
Patios, separate sitting areas, and communal kitchens
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
Free secured self parking on site
Food and drink
Free daily manager's reception
Things to do
Shopping
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Grocery/convenience store
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
V & A Backpackers Guesthouse
V & A Backpackers Western Cape
V & A Backpackers Guesthouse Western Cape
Frequently asked questions
Is V & A Backpackers pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at V & A Backpackers?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at V & A Backpackers on 7 March 2026 start from AED 121, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at V & A Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at V & A Backpackers?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is V & A Backpackers located?
Located in Salt River, this guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Cape Town, Long Street, and Cape Town International Convention Centre. Two Oceans Aquarium and Cape Town Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km). Salt River Station is 14 minutes by foot and Woodstock Station is 21 minutes.
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