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Riverlodge Backpackers

3.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful garden retreat, a welcoming café for morning coffee, and helpful staff ready to assist with tour bookings at this special hideaway

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Riverlodge Backpackers sits near the city center, offering convenient perks including a complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle and public area WiFi. On cool evenings, guests gather at the firepit, while an area shuttle makes exploring nearby attractions simple and stress-free.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 57
AED 137 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May

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About this property

Riverlodge Backpackers

  • Hostel near Cape Town International Convention Centre
  • Consider a stay at Riverlodge Backpackers and take advantage of a nightclub, a terrace, and a firepit. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Outdoor pool access nearby
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecue grills, and books
    • A vending machine, a billiards/pool table, and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All 99 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 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 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Riverlodge Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverlodge Backpackers?

As of 23 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverlodge Backpackers on 27 May 2026 start from AED 57, 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.

Is Riverlodge Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverlodge Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riverlodge Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Riverlodge Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–10:30 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 300 per vehicle applies.

Where is Riverlodge Backpackers located?

Situated in Cape Town, this hostel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Vincent Pallotti Hospital and within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Cape Town and Cape Town Science Centre. Groote Schuur Hospital and Old Biscuit Mill are also within 3 mi (5 km). Pinelands Station is only a 3-minute walk and Ndabeni Station is 21 minutes.

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Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews

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