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Big Blue Backpackers

3 stars
7,0
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based on 1254 reviews
1 254 reviews
7 Vesperdene Road, Green Point, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
7 Vesperdene Road, Green Point, Cape Town, Western Cape
+27 214 390 807
Wed 14/10
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Thu 15/10
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

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.
7,0
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1254 reviews

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Amenities at Big Blue Backpackers

  • Outdoor pool
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Golf
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Car hire

Reviews of Big Blue Backpackers

7,0
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1254 verified ratings
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Very good
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Good
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121
Fair
101
Mediocre
46
Poor
102

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Location

7 Vesperdene Road, Green Point, Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Cape Town Stadium0.8 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront0.9 km
  • Signal Hill1.1 km
  • City Bowl1.4 km
  • Long Street1.5 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre1.5 km
  • Parliament of South Africa2 km
  • Table Bay4.4 km
  • Clifton5 km
  • Table Mountain5.8 km
  • University of Cape Town6.9 km
  • Sunset Beach9.3 km

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Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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May
October
R686
R969
Cheapest month to stay with an average 51% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 104% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Big Blue Backpackers?

The cheapest month to stay at Big Blue Backpackers is September, with an average nightly rate of R282. The most expensive month is December at R1 292 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Big Blue Backpackers?

The cheapest day to book Big Blue Backpackers is Monday, with an average nightly rate of R290. The most expensive day is Saturday at R1 171 per night.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Big Blue Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Big Blue Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Big Blue Backpackers, plan to stay on a Monday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Big Blue Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R1 170, while the most expensive was R1 171.
  • How long should you stay at Big Blue Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 8 days.

FAQs when booking at Big Blue Backpackers

  • Where is Big Blue Backpackers located?

    Big Blue Backpackers is located at 7 Vesperdene Road, Green Point, 3,4 km from the centre of Cape Town. Cape Town Stadium is the closest landmark to Big Blue Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Big Blue Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Big Blue Backpackers.

  • Does Big Blue Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Big Blue Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Big Blue Backpackers offer free parking?

    Yes, Big Blue Backpackers offers free parking.

  • How far is Big Blue Backpackers from the airport?

    Big Blue Backpackers is 18,9 km from Cape Town Intl.

  • Does Big Blue Backpackers have a pool?

    Yes, Big Blue Backpackers has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Big Blue Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Big Blue Backpackers in Cape Town and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Big Blue Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Big Blue Backpackers.

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Distance to airport

8,0
3,4 km
Cape Town Intl
18,9 km

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