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Our top choices for Cape Town cheap hotels

A covered outdoor seating area with a striped blue and white couch, wooden tables, and potted plants.
A cozy indoor space with hanging plants, a small round table, and a chair.
A corner building with a blue and white facade, a balcony, and a sign for a computer store.
A living room with a mural, a bookshelf, and a red sofa.

1. Urban Hive Backpackers

Urban Hive Backpackers
Cape Town City Centre
Canada
Oleksiy
฿399
฿919 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Urban Hive Backpackers
A neatly made bed with white linens and a blue throw blanket, a bedside lamp, and a view of the outside through a window with blue curtains.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.
Room
A building with a white facade and a red logo on the top right corner.

2. 91 Loop - Hostel

91 Loop - Hostel
Cape Town City Centre
United States
Wakwanza
฿1,186
฿1,364 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
91 Loop - Hostel
A person sitting on a bed with white bedding and orange pillows, in a room with a grey wall and a painting of a giraffe.
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by potted plants and hanging lights.
A person looking out of a window at a mountain and a town.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden floor, and a window with a metal grill.

3. never at home Kloof Street

never at home Kloof Street
Cape Town City Centre
United States
Wakwanza
฿1,804
฿2,075 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
never at home Kloof Street
An outdoor seating area with tables and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a tiled roof.
A bar area with a sign reading "Savana Lounge Have You?" and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.
A gated entrance with a sign reading "Riverlodge Backpackers" and a "Reception" sign indicating the right of admission is reserved.
A pool table, wooden chairs, a mural, a refrigerator, and a sign about the ice maker.

4. Riverlodge Backpackers

Riverlodge Backpackers
Cape Town
United States
Bradley
฿593
฿1,363 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Riverlodge Backpackers
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.
A modern building with a glass facade, a palm tree in the foreground, and a sign indicating a hotel.
A modern living room with a sofa, a green chair, a small table, and a TV on a cabinet. Large windows offer views of buildings and a cityscape.

5. Zeeland Pier Aparthotel by Totalstay

Zeeland Pier Aparthotel by Totalstay
Cape Town City Centre
United States
Samuel
฿1,886
฿2,404 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Zeeland Pier Aparthotel by Totalstay
A rooftop pool with a view of mountains and urban buildings.
A teal-colored building with a sign reading "HOTEL & EATERY".
A compact kitchenette with a washing machine, oven, and microwave. There is a small dining area with a glass table and two chairs. A sofa with a patterned cover is placed in the living area.
An indoor dining area with a counter and seating.

6. Urban Oasis ApartHotel

Urban Oasis ApartHotel
Cape Town City Centre
United States
Michael
฿2,411
฿2,773 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Urban Oasis ApartHotel
A white building with a brown roof, a front door, and a small porch. There are concrete planters with plants and flowers on either side of the steps leading to the door.
A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are posters and a clock on the wall.
A person standing in front of a wall with a red silhouette and several framed pictures.
A dining area with a yellow table and red chairs, a window with a view, and a wall sign reading "LIGHTHOUSE FARM LODGE".

7. Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge
Cape Town
United Kingdom
Dickson Osaro
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge
Staircase
Terrace/patio
Reception
Room

8. MoTown by Mojo - Hostel

MoTown by Mojo - Hostel
Cape Town City Centre
United States
Richard
฿1,258
฿1,447 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
MoTown by Mojo - Hostel
A modern interior with a brick wall, wooden tables, a leather sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A swimming pool area with people relaxing on orange loungers, a wooden fence, and a 'No Diving' sign.
A clear, shallow pool surrounded by large rocks with people swimming and walking around.
A bartender pouring a drink into a glass.

9. never at home Green Point

never at home Green Point
Green Point
Canada
Zachary
฿2,859
฿3,288 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
never at home Green Point
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and bedside lamps.
A modern living room with a wooden dining table, red and yellow chairs, a teal sofa, and wicker pendant lights.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a dining area with blue chairs.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and artwork on the wall.

10. Curiocity Cape Town - Hostel

Curiocity Cape Town - Hostel
Green Point
United States
Lionel
฿2,363
฿2,717 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Curiocity Cape Town - Hostel
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Top Cape Town Hotel Reviews

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location for a stopover at the airport. Staff were very helpful and check-in was efficient. Room was basic but clean and comfortable. There is a underpass to walk across from the car rental car park which is safe and easy to walk in the day light, when we landed late at night we used the shuttle service recommended by the hotel which was reasonable, in fact indifferent from an Uber, and provided excellent service."
Rebecca 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Really very good for an airport hotel. Super-friendly staff and good facilities. Very reasonable price too. Just five minutes from the airport via the free shuttle bus (10 past and 40 past the hour from the airport)."
Richard 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
President Hotel

President Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location. Walking distance to shopping and food options. Beach view from pool area."
Alexander 7-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
President Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Cape Town like for travellers on a budget?
Cape Town has a variety of cheap accommodation options and things to do, making it a great choice for a budget-friendly getaway. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Adderley Street, Africa Centre and Greenmarket Square.
What's the best place to stay on a budget in Cape Town?
Based on our traveller reviews, never at home Green Point is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other options for your budget-friendly stay include Curiocity Cape Town - Hostel and 91 Loop - Hostel.
How many low-cost hotels should I expect to find in Cape Town?
Choose a hotel that suits your wallet from Expedia's 31 budget hotels in Cape Town.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Cape Town?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Cape Town, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Cape Town is 563 mm.
What is there to see and do in Cape Town?
Cape Town attracts visitors with its fine wine and major shopping area, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then fill your itinerary with sights that cost very little. Enjoy the local natural beauty at Signal Hill and Green Point Park, or check out the area's cultural spots like Cape Town City Hall.
How can I get to Cape Town and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Cape Town is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The nearest airport is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away from the centre in Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.). You can walk to nearby metro stations including Esplanade Station, Woodstock Station and Salt River Station.