Description:
- The main attraction of Long Street Backpackers is its central location in the heart of Cape Town's nightlife - complete with 24-hour police camera surveillance. Bars, restaurants, cigar bars, lounges and much more is walking distance for hipsters and 'jollers' (South African slang for 'party people'). Established in 1993, this backpackers' lodge has a large courtyard ideal for braais (barbecues) and sun worshippers. Tours, adventure trips and car hire can be arranged here, and Internet and satellite TV are available. Check out the great bar and cool atmosphere at Long Street Backpackers.
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User Reviews for Long Street Backpackers
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Lovely building but could the passport rule be racist?
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I was turned away at 6pm despite a booking from a week before because I could not produce my passport. Alternate forms of local identitification were refused without explanation. In...
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- posted on 04.27.12
- by clairec133
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More work to be done...
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Stayed there for two nights on my way to Bloemfontein and overall it was a good stay. The manager was friendly and helpful. Just upset that they did not put an extra bed in the room...
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- posted on 04.23.12
- by ObakengM
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Fit for Purpose - cheap and cheerful
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In terms of backpacker lodges this is exactly as it says on the website. The location is in the middle of the bar/cafe/lodge part of Long Street so you have everything you need within...
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- posted on 04.23.12
- by michaelr584
Other features:
Barbecue area
- Details
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: 27 21 423 0615 / 27 21 412 9999
- fax: 27 21 423 1842
- send email
Address:
- 209 Long Street
- Cape Town 8001
Amenities:
- bar
- internet-available
- laundry
- tv-in-room
Payments:
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