Oude Molen Eco Village Alexandra Road, Pinelands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7405
What's nearby
University of Cape Town - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Cape Town International Convention Centre - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
Long Street - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 14 min drive - 11.1 km
Getting around
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 10 min drive
Cape Town Station - 14 min drive
Cape Town Bellville Station - 26 min drive
Pinelands Station - 19 min walk
Maitland Station - 26 min walk
Koeberg Station - 26 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Millstone cafe - 2 min walk
Ou Meul Bakery And Cafe - 13 min walk
Black River Park - 5 min drive
Fat Cactus - 2 min drive
The Wild Fig - 7 min drive
About this property
Riverlodge Backpackers
When you stay at Riverlodge Backpackers, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Cape Town Cruise Terminal. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu
At a glance
Hotel size
99 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM*
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Firepit
Outdoor entertainment area
Room amenities
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 300 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 3)
Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Riverlodge Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Riverlodge Backpackers?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Riverlodge Backpackers?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Riverlodge Backpackers?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 300 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Riverlodge Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Riverlodge Backpackers?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (9-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Riverlodge Backpackers and nearby?
Riverlodge Backpackers has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Riverlodge Backpackers?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Riverlodge Backpackers like?
Riverlodge Backpackers is located a short 8-minute walk from Vincent Pallotti Hospital.
Riverlodge Backpackers Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
29 Apr 2019
Nico
Nico, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Apr 2019
Nico
Nico, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
8 Sep 2018
Ok
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
17 Aug 2018
You get what you pay for
One night stay, nothing to rave about , the cheapest accommodation for the day in cape town. Very small though
Nabeel
Nabeel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
17 Aug 2017
It is good for camping and for singles
The hotel/lodge need more self contained rooms. The place is self cantering but some items bought can disappear easily. I was given a family room. Good water flow and hot water was available.
Godfrey
Godfrey , 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
9 Aug 2016
Avoid at all costs
This place was terrible. To start, they tried to make me pay again when I already paid online. I had to speak to the owner on the phone who lied to me about it and was extremely rude. I booked two private rooms and they tried to make me share a room with another guest. I refused because I paid more to have my own room. They do not provide wifi like is advertised and when I pressed the owner, he gave me one coupon for 100mb internet for two rooms (4 people). I told him it was advertised online as free wifi and he got very angry. He insulted me and my nationality. The place is ok. It is very loud all night which made it difficult to sleep. The shower was only luke warm. Skip this place. Pay the extra little bit to stay somewhere else.