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The Yard - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Cape Town with free parking

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Quadruple Room (The Cottage) | In-room dining
Double Room (Bits) | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Courtyard
Quadruple Room (The Cottage) | Living area
The Yard - Hostel provides a tranquil setting in Gordon's Bay with its garden and welcoming terrace. Guests can use the WiFi to stay connected, fire up the barbecue grills for outdoor meals, and take advantage of the free self-parking during their stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Double Room (Bits) | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Bits)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room (The Cottage) | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room (The Cottage)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Washing machine
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family House

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 140 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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20 Roos St, Winslow, Gordon's Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7151

What's nearby

  • Bikini Beach - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Harmony Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Kogel Bay Beach - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Erinvale Golf Club - 17 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Vergelegen Wine Estate - 17 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

  • Strand Station - 10 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On The Go - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gordon's Bay Coffee Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Bean And Barrel @ Bachelors - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Saleh BBQ Tonight Restaurant & Takeaway - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Yard - Hostel

Hostel located in Gordon's Bay
The Yard - Hostel provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at The Yard - Hostel boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and toilet paper

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
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
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

The Yard - Hostel Cape Town
The Yard - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Yard - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is The Yard - Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Yard - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Yard - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Yard - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Yard - Hostel located?

Located in Gordon's Bay, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Yard - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

49 external reviews

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