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
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
Huguenot Monument
20 min walk - 1.7 km
Franschhoek Wine Tram
2 min drive - 1.8 km
Franschhoek Art House
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
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, such as 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 reception and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at TheLab Backpackers offer comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to
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 lift
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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 200 for adults and from 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 any lifts
Property is also known as
TheLab Backpackers Hostal
TheLab Backpackers Franschhoek
TheLab Backpackers Hostal Franschhoek
Frequently asked questions
Is TheLab Backpackers pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at TheLab Backpackers?
As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at TheLab Backpackers on 15 Mar 2026 start from ฿2,538, 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 at TheLab Backpackers?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at TheLab Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at TheLab Backpackers?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is TheLab Backpackers located?
Situated in the suburbs, this hostal is within a 15-minute walk of Huguenot Memorial Museum, Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery and Franschhoek Town Hall. Franschhoek Art House and Dutch Reformed Church are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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