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Villa Viva Hostel

2.0 star property
Victorian hostel with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Outdoor pool
Superior Triple Room | Private kitchen
Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free daily buffet breakfast
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Pool

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Shared Dormitory | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Triple Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed)

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed)

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
74 New Church Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001

What's nearby

  • Kloof Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Long Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cape Town Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Station - 2 min drive
  • Rosebank Station - 8 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kloof Street House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Saggy Stone - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Best of Asia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Shed - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Egghead Diner - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Villa Viva Hostel

Hostel remodeled in 2021 and located near Long Street
A free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Villa Viva Hostel. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and barbecue grills
  • A gift shop, concierge services, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Villa Viva Hostel have comforts such as free WiFi and safes.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, German, Greek, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 1890
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - June 2021
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per person (one-way)

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Backpack Cape Town
The Backpack Hostel
Backpack Hostel Cape Town
The Backpack Hostel
Villa Viva Hostel Cape Town
Villa Viva Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Villa Viva Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Viva Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Viva Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Viva Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Viva Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Viva Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Villa Viva Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 350 per person applies.

Where is Villa Viva Hostel located?

Located in Cape Town City Centre, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Bree Street and Long Street. Kloof Street and South African Museum and Planetarium are also within 10 minutes. Cape Town Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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Villa Viva Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 115 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Reiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love Viva Villa Hostel! We stayed at superior double with bathroom. The room is cozy and comfortable, and the bathroom is very clean and easy to use. The staffs are gentle, and breakfast is delicious. The interiors are so nice, which I felt their artistic spirits about. The access to Table Mountain is good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I like the wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the Vibe at Villa Viva.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I LOVE this place!!! Architecturally & environmentally so pleasant, flowing interesting. Kind & friendly staff. Clean, quiet. I could stay forever
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Fair Eco Hostel but beware of your room location

Beware of the room facilities because there are rooms in which the bathroom is outside (Cape town can be a cold and rainy place) in open areas. Shower is not good at all (tried 3 different in the hostel) but maybe this is because of the water concerns and eco view from the hostel. Friendly staff, location is good but right in front there are people living in the streets (what is common in many areas of city centre). My room was not good concerning silence. Also there were lots of families with children during my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

America

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación y servicio.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

America

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Súper amable el personal y el ambiente increible
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Claude

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sielina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome Hostel in a awesome City

Simply one of the best Hostels in one of the greatest cities in the world I‘ve stayed in!!! Make sure to get the family room as it has great views to Table & Lion Head Mountain. Staff is super friendly & helpful!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bel ostello , in buona posizione .

Buon ostello ben tenuto ottima pulizia buona colazione ,bella camera con aria condizionata . A pochi passi dal centro di Cape Town , vicino a locali ,ristoranti, pizzerie,pub e supermercati.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

mauricio

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Detlef

Rzvc
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rumbidzai Everjoy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fijne locatie, dichtbij restaurants en supermarkten. Ook dichtbij bezienswaardigheden zoals V&A Waterfront, kabelbaan naar Table Mountain & Lion’s head. Gratis voor de deur parkeren. Mooi hostel met lief personeel. Het was schoon, met zwembad en fijn ontbijt. Wat wil je nog meer?? Soms wat gehorig (weg en gasten) maar tussen 22:00-07:00 zeker heel stil.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kanya

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malin Olsvik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Supert opphold

Hyggelig personale, bra lokasjon, fine rom og et koselig basseng
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malin Olsvik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eduard Tomislav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr tolle und gemütliche Unterkunft mit vielen interessanten Begegnungen. Jederzeit wieder!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warner

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Semy

Liked: Cleanliness

Atento as ruas proximas nao andar

O que me salvou foi os brasileiros que trabalham no local . Mas duas coisas chatas aconteceu roubaram meu sabonete organico que esqueci no banheiro um noite e minha champanhe que tinha meu nome beberam . E administracao nada fez pessimo. Eu nao volto.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019