Big Blue Backpackers Cape Town 3★
- 7 Vesperdene Road, Green Point, 8005 Cape Town,
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Get to know Big Blue Backpackers
Big Blue Backpackers is located in Green Point and within 10 minutes' walk from the famous V&A Waterfront. The Victorian mansion offers free WiFi connection, and it has an outdoor swimming pool.
The lodge features dormitory rooms with a shared bathroom, and private rooms with a private bathroom. The rooms are bright and simply furnished with wooden floors.
There is a bar at the lodge. A number of restaurants serving a range of different cuisines can be found within 1 km from the property.
The front desk at Big Blue Backpackers is open 24-hours a day, and a tour desk is available for guests to use when planning their outings.
Free street parking is available. The Cape Town International Airport is 25 km from the lodge.
Property Overview
Smoke-free rooms
Car park
Pool for swimming
Accommodations for families
Lounge
Complimentary WiFi
Plan a serene getaway with us – secure your booking on our website for an unforgettable stay.
Rooms: 49Check Availability
Accommodation Offer
4-Bed Family Room with Shared Facilities
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- Clothing storage or cupboard,
- Iron and ironing board,
- Garbage bins,
- Indoor heating,
- Wooden or parquet flooring,
- Power outlet near the bed,
- Gradually sloping pool entry,
- Electric fan,
- Towels for the pool,
- Personal swimming pool,
- Down-filled pillow,
- Electrical converter,
- Garment hanging rack
- Communal bathroom,
- Hair drying equipment,
- Restroom,
- Shower facilities,
- Bathroom tissue
- Portable Wi-Fi device
- Bed linens,
- Wake-up call service/Alarm clock,
- Physical key entry,
- Morning wake-up call,
- Bath towels
- Swimming pool view
- Top levels reachable solely by staircase
- Tabletop games and puzzles
- Individual reading light
- Emergency fire extinguisher,
- Fire alarm
- Entry to private swimming pool
Rooms are 12 square metres. There has a double bed and extra bunk bed available in the room. Please note that the room price is based on a 2 guest occupancy. Further charges will be added to the room price for additional guests that occupy the bunkbed. Maximum occupancy of the room is limited to 4 guests. - No alcohol allowed to be brought in to the premises. - This is not a venue for private parties. - We have a licensed bar on site. - No noisy drunken behavior allowed. - No loudspeakers allowed. No visitors allowed in the rooms. - Only people who have paid are allowed upstairs in the rooms. - No drinking, eating or alcohol allowed in the rooms. - No smoking in the rooms. - No noise after 10pm.
Size: 16 m2
Bedroom 1 - Double bed, Bunk bed
Number of guests: 4 
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room overviewThis mixed dormitory features a shared bathroom with 2 showers and 2 toilets. Individual lockers are available for guests to make use of in the dormitory. Please note that no extra beds can be accommodated in this room. No alcohol allowed to be brought in to the premises. We have a licensed bar on site. No noisy drunken behavior allowed. No loudspeakers allowed. No visitors allowed in the rooms. Only people who have paid are allowed upstairs in the rooms. No drinking of alcohol allowed in the rooms. No smoking in the rooms. No noise after 10pm.
Size: 20 m2
Bedroom 1 - Bunk bed
Number of guests: 1
Double Room with Shared Facilities
More informationThis room shares a bathroom with other rooms. The bathroom is located across the hall way and it includes 2 showers and 2 toilets. Please note that no extra beds can be accommodated in this room. - No alcohol allowed to be brought in to the premises. - This is not a venue for private parties. - We have a licensed bar on site. - No noisy drunken behavior allowed. - No loudspeakers allowed. No visitors allowed in the rooms. - Only people who have paid are allowed upstairs in the rooms. - No drinking, eating or alcohol allowed in the rooms. - No smoking in the rooms. - No noise after 10pm.
Size: 16 m2
Bedroom 1 - Double bed
Number of guests: 2
Double Room with Private Bathroom
More informationThis room has its own private bathroom with a shower. It includes a sofa. Double room with a private bathroom. - No alcohol allowed to be brought in to the premises. - This is not a venue for private parties. - We have a licensed bar on site. - No noisy drunken behavior allowed. - No loudspeakers allowed. No visitors allowed in the rooms. - Only people who have paid are allowed upstairs in the rooms. - No drinking, eating or alcohol allowed in the rooms. - No smoking in the rooms. - No noise after 10pm. There is an extra bunk bed available in the room. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 (see Hotel Policies). The extra person rates vary according to the season and may be lower than indicated in the policies
Size: 18 m2
Bedroom 1 - Double bed
Number of guests: 2
8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room overviewThis female dormitory features 8 beds and a shared bathroom with a shower. Individual lockers are available for guests to make use of in the dormitory. This female dormitory features bunkbeds with lockers and a shared bathroom and shower. - No alcohol allowed to be brought in to the premises. - This is not a venue for private parties. - We have a licensed bar on site. - No noisy drunken behavior allowed. - No loudspeakers allowed. No visitors allowed in the rooms. - Only people who have paid are allowed upstairs in the rooms. - No drinking, eating or alcohol allowed in the rooms. - No smoking in the rooms. - No noise after 10pm. Please note that no extra beds can be accommodated in this room.
Size: 20 m2
Bedroom 1 - Bunk bed
Number of guests: 1
Twin Room with Shared Facilities
View room detailsRooms are 12 square metres. This room has two single beds. - No alcohol allowed to be brought in to the premises. - This is not a venue for private parties. - We have a licensed bar on site. - No noisy drunken behavior allowed. - No loudspeakers allowed. No visitors allowed in the rooms. - Only people who have paid are allowed upstairs in the rooms. - No drinking, eating or alcohol allowed in the rooms. - No smoking in the rooms. - No noise after 10pm.
Size: 14 m2
Bedroom 1 - Single bed
Number of guests: 2
Family Room with Bathroom
Room overviewThis family room features a sofa. This room has its own bathroom with a shower and it includes a sofa. - No alcohol allowed to be brought in to the premises. - This is not a venue for private parties. - We have a licensed bar on site. - No noisy drunken behavior allowed. - No loudspeakers allowed. No visitors allowed in the rooms. - Only people who have paid are allowed upstairs in the rooms. - No drinking, eating or alcohol allowed in the rooms. - No smoking in the rooms. - No noise after 10pm.
Size: 18 m2
Bedroom 1 - Double bed, Bunk bed
Number of guests: 4
8-Bed Female Dorm
Full descriptionThe rooms measure 20 square metres. This female dormitory features bunkbeds with lockers and a shared bathroom and shower. - No alcohol allowed to be brought in to the premises. - This is not a venue for private parties. - We have a licensed bar on site. - No noisy drunken behavior allowed. - No loudspeakers allowed. No visitors allowed in the rooms. - Only people who have paid are allowed upstairs in the rooms. - No drinking, eating or alcohol allowed in the rooms. - No smoking in the rooms. - No noise after 10pm.
Size: 20 m2
Bedroom 1 - Bunk bed
Number of guests: 1
6-Bed Mixed Dorm
View room detailsRooms are 12 square metres. This mixed dormitory features bunkbeds with lockers and a communal bathroom and shower facilities. - No alcohol allowed to be brought in to the premises. - This is not a venue for private parties. - We have a licensed bar on site. - No noisy drunken behavior allowed. - No loudspeakers allowed. No visitors allowed in the rooms. - Only people who have paid are allowed upstairs in the rooms. - No drinking, eating or alcohol allowed in the rooms. - No smoking in the rooms. - No noise after 10pm.
Size: 16 m2
Bedroom 1 - Bunk bed
Number of guests: 1
6-Bed Family Room with Shared Facilities
Details, photos, amenitiesRooms are 12 square metres. There has a double bed and 2 extra bunkbeds available in the room. Please note that the room price is based on a 2 guest occupancy. Further charges will be added to the room price for each additional guest that occupies the bunkbeds. Maximum occupancy of the room is limited to 6 guests. - No alcohol allowed to be brought in to the premises. - This is not a venue for private parties. - We have a licensed bar on site. - No noisy drunken behavior allowed. - No loudspeakers allowed. No visitors allowed in the rooms. - Only people who have paid are allowed upstairs in the rooms. - No drinking, eating or alcohol allowed in the rooms. - No smoking in the rooms. - No noise after 10pm.
Size: 16 m2
Bedroom 1 - Bunk bed, Large bed (King size)
Number of guests: 6
Small Double Room
See full detailsThe double room has shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer. The unit is equipped with 1 bed.
Size: 12 m2
Bedroom 1 - Double bed
Number of guests: 1
On-site Amenities
General
- Car park
- Complimentary car park
Activities
- Golf course (within 3 kilometers)
- Pool table
- Ping pong
- Trekking
- Bar-hopping
- Guided walking tours
- Guided bicycle tours
- Cultural tours or workshops
- Live sports events (televised)
Services
- Online services
- Wireless Internet
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Food & Drink
- Lounge
- Refreshment stand
- Food delivery service
- Wine and champagne
Pool and wellness
- Exterior pool
- Year-round outdoor pool
- Beach chairs or sun loungers
- Pool for swimming
- Swimming facility
Transport
- Vehicle rental
- On-street parking
Reception services
- Travel information desk
- Baggage holding area
- Exclusive check-in/check-out
- Secure storage compartments
- Billing statement available
Common areas
- Garden area
- Outdoor patio
- Sundeck
- Communal kitchen
- Common living room with TV
- Patio furniture
- Designated picnic spot
Entertainment and family services
- Tabletop games and brainteasers
Cleaning services
- Washing service
Business facilities
- Facsimile and photocopy services
Miscellaneous
- No smoking rooms
- Rooms for families
- Climate control
- Smoke-free property
- Assigned smoking zone
- Physical key entry
Safety & security
- Secure storage locker
- Round-the-clock security
- Security alert system
- Fire detection alarms
- Surveillance cameras in shared spaces
- Exterior video surveillance
- Emergency fire suppression devices
Safety features
- Personnel adhere to all safety guidelines set by local authorities
- Commonly used stationery items like printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper have been eliminated
- Hand sanitizing stations in guest rooms and essential areas
- Procedures implemented to monitor guest health
- Availability of first aid kits
- Connection to healthcare professionals
- Face coverings available for guests
Physical distancing
- Touch-free check-in/check-out
- Non-cash payment options
- Social distancing guidelines observed
Internet
- Complimentary WiFi!
- The property offers internet services with both standard and free WiFi options.
Parking
- Complimentary parking!
- The facility offers free parking, with street parking options available.
Accommodation Policies
Check-in
- From 14:00 Until 23:00 hours
Check-out
- From 10:30 Until 11:00 hours
Pets
- Pets are not permitted.
Important informationPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. At Big Blue Backpackers, you may use the Special Requests box during booking or directly contact the property using the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Big Blue Backpackers is situated in a residential area; guests are requested to avoid generating excessive noise.
At Big Blue Backpackers, guests under 18 may only check in if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
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Old building, feels grand. Close to V&A for dinner, grocery store nearby. Walk to downtown and Bo Kaap doable. Quiet and peaceful. Good amenities, clean bathrooms. Used PC for work. Bed comfortable, spacious kitchen with fridge and stoves. Staff friendly and helpful. Easy access location.
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What room options are available?
- 4-Bed Family Room with Shared Facilities
- Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- Double Room with Shared Facilities
- Double Room with Private Bathroom
- 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- Twin Room with Shared Facilities
- Family Room with Bathroom
- 8-Bed Female Dorm
- 6-Bed Mixed Dorm
- 6-Bed Family Room with Shared Facilities
- Small Double Room
