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47 Gypsies Backpackers - Hostel

Hostel in Cape Town

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Beach
Room
Room
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Outdoor dining

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Gordons Bay Central, WC
  • Place, Bikini Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Street
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Town International Convention Centre
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Anchor Room

2 Single Beds

Captains Room

2 Single Beds

Dorm Room - Mixed

4 Single Beds

Lighthouse Room

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
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About the area

Cape Town

Located in Gordon's Bay, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, this hostel is in the mountains. Waterkloof Wines and Strand Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. Blue Rock Adventure Park and Cape Town Film Studios are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Bikini Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Spier Wine Estate - 28 min drive - 31.5 km
  • University of Cape Town - 37 min drive - 55.0 km
  • Long Street - 43 min drive - 61.3 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 43 min drive - 61.6 km

Getting around

  • Strand Station - 10 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On The Go - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gordon's Bay Coffee Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bean And Barrel @ Bachelors - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tallas Tavern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

47 Gypsies Backpackers - Hostel

47 Gypsies Backpackers is a unique, gorgeous, original OLD Gordons Bay holiday home situated in just the best location, right across the road from the beach! There are fabulous views of False Bay with Table Mountain clearly visible across the Bay. Flanked on either side by interesting little restaurants, pubs, coffee and curio shops. The owners are warm and welcoming. They have enthusiastically created an artistic little haven.

We accommodate backpackers, couples, solo adventurers, business travellers, dream seekers and anyone else who enjoys this soulful kind of experience.

The house “talks to you the moment you set foot through the ancient front door”! You can spend your days on the lawn overlooking the ocean, walk to the old harbour for lunch. Rent a Kayak or SUP (Standup paddle board) if you feel a little more active.

The rooms all come equipped with power points & USB charging plugs, bed linen, shower towels, and free Wi-Fi to guests.

The bathroom (bath/shower and toilet+ guest toilet) is shared. There are no on-suite rooms.

There is a common room with fire place where you can spend your evenings if it is too cold to sit outside. The house has a big veranda leading to the lawn, overlooking the mountains and ocean. There is NO television in the house but there are plenty books and magazines to read.

Basic cooking facilities available to guests and there are various restaurants in walking distance from the house where you can have your meals.

They have 2 pets, Koos the dog, Betsie the cat. Koos is always ready for walkies and will gladly take you to the beach.

With the beautiful Helderberg mountain range and nature reserve on one side, the azure waters of False Bay on another and within easy reach of Cape Town, you’ll never be short of activities.

We also have a travel desk where you can book all your adventure tours. Cape Adventure Zone and Horseriding Cape Town. Want to go hiking then Adventureseekers is your go to company for all your guided mountain hikes. Book today!

Amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Frequently asked questions

Is 47 Gypsies Backpackers - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 47 Gypsies Backpackers - Hostel?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 47 Gypsies Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 47 Gypsies Backpackers - Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 47 Gypsies Backpackers - Hostel located?

Located in Gordon's Bay, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).