Cape Town, South Africa

THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers

THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers

18 Thornhill Road, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa

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Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Tour desk

Parking On Site

Experience Cape Town’s Green Point at 18 Thornhill Road, a 3-star retreat blending city access with coastal charm. Located about 1.3mi from the city center, this spot puts Cape Town’s buzz within easy reach while staying close to the sea. Amenities include an outdoor swimming pool (free), private parking (free), and free WiFi, plus air conditioning, a balcony with a garden view, and non-smoking rooms. A terrace and sun deck invite lazy days, and a tour desk helps plan day trips.

Minimum price starts from $97 per night, and the property has 979 reviews.

On-site perks include streaming service (like Netflix), beach umbrellas (free) and beach chairs/loungers (free), and a garden-view balcony. For those seeking extras, snorkeling (extra charges), shuttle service (extra charges), airport shuttle (extra charges), golf course (extra charges), and horseback riding (extra charges) are available. Rounding out the experience are a 24-hour front desk, terrace, and free on-site parking.

Experience Green Point at 18 Thornhill Road, a 3-star retreat that blends city access with coastal charm. Located about 1.3mi from the city center and close to the sea, the spot puts Cape Town’s buzz within easy reach. Amenities include an outdoor swimming pool (free), private parking (free), and free WiFi, plus air conditioning, a balcony with a garden view, and non-smoking rooms. A terrace and sun deck invite lazy days, and a tour desk helps plan day trips.

On-site perks include a streaming service (like Netflix), beach umbrellas (free) and beach chairs/loungers (free), and a garden-view balcony. For those seeking extras, snorkeling (extra charges), shuttle service (extra charges), airport shuttle (extra charges), golf course (extra charges), and horseback riding (extra charges) are available. Rounding out the experience are a 24-hour front desk, terrace, and free on-site parking.

Room options range from Budget (Queen) and Economy to Family with Balcony and Standard Room, each suited for different group sizes and travel styles. Accepted payment methods include Visa, Mastercard, and UnionPay; cash is not accepted. Minimum price starts from $97 per night, and the property has 979 reviews.

Rooms

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Superior Room, Double or 2 Twin Beds

Double or 2 Twin Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

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The backpackers has several aircon rooms, they are all fitted with a smartTV, fast & secure wifi, are all ensuite, with a choice of 1 king size or 2 single beds.

King Room

1 King Size Bed

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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This twin/double room is consisted of of a TV with streaming services and a private bathroom.

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Bed In Dormitory, Female Only

Free wifi

Shower

Free toiletries

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The Girls' Dorm features 3 single beds and is en-suite for added privacy and convenience.

It comes equipped with a smart TV, a fan for comfort, and lockers for secure storage.

This dorm accommodates only ladies.

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Standard Room, Double or 2 Twin Beds

Double or 2 Twin Beds

Microwave

Refrigerator

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Bed In Dormitory

Free wifi

Shower

Free toiletries

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THE MIXED DORM sleep 3 on 1 single bed and a bunk bed, it is ensuite, has a fan, smartTV and lockers. The Dorms are near the breakfast area which tend to be noisy rooms.

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Room, Double or 2 Twin Beds

Double or 2 Twin Beds

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Room

Private Bathroom

Air conditioning

Shower

Free toiletries

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THE ROOM WITH THE BATHROOM DOWN THE HALL is a ground floor room, it is known to be a very loud room! It is NOT en-suite, as per its name it has a detached bathroom which is down the hall from the bedroom; it has a smartTV, a fan, the room comes with 2 single beds or 1 king size bed. Please note that if you are a light sleeper this is not a suitable room for you.

Family Room, Balcony

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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THE FAMILY UNIT consists of 2 rooms linked by a balcony overlooking the pool. The rooms have aircons, smart TVs, with either 2 single bed or 2 king size beds. The rooms have 1 private bathroom and 1 detached bathroom.

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Standard Room

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Standard Room, For Families

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Superior Room

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Guest reviews

9.1

(Based on 979 verified reviews)

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Location

Closest airports

Cape Town International Airport (11.7mi)

Attractions

Cape Town Stadium (0.5mi)

Two Oceans Aquarium (0.5mi)

Lion's Head (0.6mi)

Noon Gun (0.7mi)

Long Street (1.1mi)

South African Jewish Museum (SAJM) (1.4mi)

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden (5.6mi)

Langa Township (7.2mi)

Rhodes Memorial (8.1mi)

Duiker Island (11.2mi)

Jordan Wine Estate (19.4mi)

Simon’s Town (19.4mi)

Delheim Wine Estate (27.5mi)

Delaire Graff Estate (29.5mi)

Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve (31mi)

THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers

Amenities of THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers

Amenities of THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Tour desk

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Garden

Balcony

Free toiletries

Property Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Age restrictions

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Curfew

Come and go whenever you want

Parking

Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).

Call us for our best daily rates

+1 (888) 385-8465

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No capacity for extra beds.

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Visa

UnionPay

This property does not accept cash.