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18 Thornhill Road, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005 (show map)
Hostel Overview
Formerly The BIG
Before April 2023 THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers was known as The BIG
Before November 2022 THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers was known as The B.I.G Backpackers

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Facilities of THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers
General
Free parking, On-site parking, Parking, Private parking, WiFi everywhere
Activities
Canoeing, Cycling, Diving, Golf course (within 3 km), Hiking, Horse riding, Snorkelling
Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Food & Drink
BBQ facilities, Grocery deliveries, Packed lunches, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks)
Pools and wellness
Outdoor pool (all year)
Transportation
Airport shuttle, Airport shuttle (surcharge), Car hire, Shuttle service (surcharge)
Front-desk/reception area services
24-hour front desk, Concierge service, Lockers, Luggage storage, Safety deposit box, Tour desk
Common areas
Games room, Garden, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area, Sun terrace, Terrace
Entertainment and children services
Evening entertainment
Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Dry cleaning, Ironing service, Laundry
Business facilities
Fax/photocopying
Miscellaneous
Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout
Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Air Conditioning, Balcony, Bath or Shower, Bathroom, Desk, Fan, Free toiletries, Garden view, Hairdryer, Hardwood/Parquet floors, Heating, Linen, Shared Bathroom, Shared Toilet, Shower, Toilet, Towels, TV, Wardrobe/Closet
Hotel Policies
Check-In
From 14:00:00 hours
Check-Out
Untill 10:00:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.
Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Dear visitor, within this region we are currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.
Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Traveller reviews

“Superb”
21 Jan 2025
Fantastic hostel with a lovely team of staff running it. It’s very well planned out and has everything you need. They can help arrange activities and there’s also social activities within the hostel. Would recommend.

“Price-quality great”
19 Jan 2025
Great stay, good price-quality. Location really good and staff is really helpful. It was our 4th time and we were very happy again

“Superb”
15 Jan 2025
Absolutely everything! Staff we fabulous, location was perfect, room was amazing, breakfast was epic....just can't fault this place....10 stars...literally!!!

“Superb”
13 Jan 2025
It just felt like home. Everyone was so lovely and welcoming. It's clean and just perfect.. everything you need. The breakfast is lovely too. They also organised tours were great! Wish I could of stayed longer. Thank you xxx

“Extended family home from home”
08 Jan 2025
Home from home. Welcoming and happy positive supportive vibe.

“Great in between hostel & hotel! Lovely communal table great atmosphere at breakfast time :)”
04 Jan 2025
Lovely pool area, small but nice Really nice breakfast

“Very nice and clean place with lovely staff.”
28 Dec 2024
Very stylish, nice and clean. Very helpful and lovely staff. They help you with everything and love to share recommendations. Very nice big table to have breakfast together, meeting people & sharing experiences. Nicest backpackers you can imagine. Thank you so much for the amazing time we had with you.

“Exceptional”
15 Dec 2024
Excellent hostel. Great facilities and delicious breakfast. In a very central location and feels very safe. Friendly staff.

“it‘s amazing, nice people, comfy bed”
02 Dec 2024
lovely as always It was quite cold for two nights outside and they installed a heated blanket! sooo nice and warm

“Safe area, clean, nice style & lovely staff”
25 Nov 2024
Very lovely and helpful staff. Great breakfast a☺️. Useful recommendations to explore. We really enjoyed the time here. Thank you so much.