Forty 8 Backpackers

48 Hout Street, Cape Town City Center, Cape Town, South Africa, 8000

Guests
Rooms
Adults
Children

Room Types

Available from Wed 08 Jul 2026 to Thu 09 Jul 2026

Dormitory -- Female Only Dormitory -- Female Only Dormitory -- Female Only Dormitory -- Female Only Dormitory -- Female Only

Dormitory -- Female Only

Room size: 20 m²/215 ft² Shared bathroom
2 guests
Private Double room with TV, shared bathroom Private Double room with TV, shared bathroom

Private Double room with TV, shared bathroom

Room size: 20 m²/215 ft² Shared bathroom Kitchenette
2 guests
Private Double No Breakfast

Private Double No Breakfast

Room size: 35 m²/377 ft² Non-smoking Shared bathroom
2 guests
Double - 2 People

Double - 2 People

Room size: 30 m²/323 ft² Non-smoking Shared bathroom
2 guests
Dormitory - Male Only

Dormitory - Male Only

Room size: 20 m²/215 ft² Street view
2 guests
Male Dormitory - 6-Bed

Male Dormitory - 6-Bed

Room size: 50 m²/538 ft²
6 guests
Dormitory for 6 persons (Female)

Dormitory for 6 persons (Female)

Room size: 20 m²/215 ft² Shared bathroom
6 guests
10-Bed Dormitory

10-Bed Dormitory

Room size: 20 m²/215 ft² Shared bathroom
2 guests
Male Dormitory 6-Bed

Male Dormitory 6-Bed

Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
6 guests
Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
2 guests

About This Hotel

Forty 8 Backpackers

Forty 8 Backpackers

For travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Cape Town, Forty 8 Backpackers is the perfect choice. Its convenient location right in the city center allows you more time to see all that Cape Town has to offer.
Enjoy all that Forty 8 Backpackers has to offer! Free internet access provided within the hostel keeps you connected throughout your stay. Airport transfer services can be booked before your check-in date, to ensure a smooth and convenient arrival or departure. Exploring Cape Town is made even more convenient with the shuttle services available at the hostel.
For those driving their own car, parking is available for guests. Always get the assistance you need with front desk services including concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Booking the best tickets and getting the hottest restaurant reservations are made easy with help from the hostel's ticket service and tours. For longer stays or whenever you need it, the dry cleaning service and laundry service keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available.
Feel like doing nothing? Available services like room service and daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your time at the Forty 8 Backpackers. For health reasons, smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hostel. For guests who would like to smoke, the designated smoking areas are available.
All guestrooms at Forty 8 Backpackers provide guests with a range of amenities to ensure a restful night. Enjoy your stay even more at the hostel, knowing that some selected rooms include linen service and air conditioning. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find television and cable TV available in some selected rooms. Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hostel you'll find towels available in some guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Each morning you can start the day with a delicious in-house breakfast offered at Forty 8 Backpackers. Don't start your vacation days without your morning coffee, available every morning in the café. A great night out couldn't be easier! Enjoy a fun evening without traveling outside at the bar. Are you a great cook? Make your own meals in-house at the hostel's shared kitchen.
Fill your days with the array of activities and facilities offered at Forty 8 Backpackers. Family time on relaxed evenings is easy with the hostel's shared lounge and TV area.


Around the property

An array of attractions are a must-see while visiting Cape Town. Boat lovers will want to stop by Victoria & Alfred Waterfront located 2.0 km away for oceanside views and a marina environment.


Reasons to stay here

Find rooms here that are cheaper than 99% of all other options in the city.
Compared to the city's accommodation options, this hostel scored higher than 97% of them for food and dining.
According to guests who stayed here, this hostel's room comfort is rated higher than 97% of other accommodations in Cape Town.

What's Included

Check-in/Check-out

Check-in from: 14:00
Check-out until: 11:00

Extras

Breakfast charge (unless included in room price): 60 ZAR

The property

Number of rooms: 11

Child Policies

Infant 0-2 year(s)

Stay for free if using existing bedding. Note, if you need a cot there may be an extra charge.

Children 3-12 year(s)

Stay for free if using existing bedding.

Facilities & Amenities

Bathroom
Free WiFi Available throughout
Activities Tennis, Sauna, Gym
Parking Nearby available

Highlights

410 meters to public transportation

MyCiTi Station Adderley Street is within 410 meters

Located in heart of Cape Town

This neighborhood is preferred by frequent travelers. Properties here have the highest location ratings, high review scores, and lots of bookings

Shopping and Markets

Table Mountain

Location

48 Hout Street, Cape Town City Center, Cape Town, South Africa, 8000

Guest Reviews

6.6

Good

Guest score out of 10