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Once in Cape Town
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Shared & Private room options
Couples
Groups
Solo travellers
Once in Cape Town is an all to star Hostel for the adventurous and young at heart traveller. It is centrally located in Vibey Kloof street, and is a youth hub where locals and travellers can mingle.
Once in Cape Town is a converted hotel to with all the amenities of a budget hotel and the vibe of a backpackers hostel it is best described as a "Poshtel" to and voted one of the top 6 on Lonely Planet.
We are the base for popular Stoked Surf school and their Uber Flex package to a bit of surfing and a bit of city life combined! Pick ups from the hostel can be arranged, plus bus stop and train
Location
Slap bang in the middle of Cape Town to great accessibility to surfing beaches and a walk to the city centre.
- Facilities
- Room types
- Getting there
- Surf Lessons
- Waves
- Terms
Extras:
No extra beds allowed in rooms
Room Type: Shared - Mixed
Sleeps: 4
Share with friends!
Every room has a private bathroom, Custom to made beds with in to built safety lockers, universal chargers and reading light. Includes free Breakfast on the Go & Free WIFI.
Room Type: Shared - Female
Sleeps: 4
Ladies Only. Share with friends!
Every room has a private bathroom, Custom to made beds with in to built safety lockers, universal chargers and reading light. Includes free Breakfast on the Go & Free WIFI.
Room Type: Private
Sleeps: 2
Classic basic hotel room with all the necessary amenities of a 3 star hotel in Cape Town: private bathroom, TV, safe, all linen and towels. Twin beds or King sized bed. Includes free Breakfast on the Go & Free WIFI.
You can never get lost
When you book you will receive our confirmation email with full travel directions of how to get to us.
We provide Airport Transfers from and to Cape Town International and they can be booked in the booking steps.
- Price for 1-4 people: USD$30
- Price for more than 4: USD$40
- - Nearest Airport: Cape Town International
- - Distance from Airport in kms: 15
- - Time from Airport in a car: 20 minutes
- - There is no train from the airport
- - There is a bus from the airport
Come Surf With Us
Surf Lessons can be added in the booking steps if they are not already included in a package.
Surf Lessons we offer:
Beginner Surf Lessons
Surf conditions in Cape Town:
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Intermediates:
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Advanced:
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Wetsuits
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PAYMENT
- A small deposit is required to secure your booking.
- Your balance is due at check in.
CANCELLING YOUR BOOKING
- To cancel go to the MyAccount section and log in or register and you can cancel from within your account.
- Your deposit is non refundable but can be used for the same property/surf school within one year of your original booking.
- You can cancel anytime up to 30 days before travelling you will not be charged the balance.
The Surfholidays Advantage
Easy messaging with a local surf host & expert to plan & book your dream surf holiday
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Customize your surf trip with the help of a local surf host
Surfholidays has handpicked the world’s top surf camps, accommodation & surf schools so you will have peace of mind and an unforgettable trip that meets your exact requirements. -
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Secure & easy booking
You can book instantly or message a host directly & request a custom option. Once you are happy with the trip, you can easily book via Surfholidays’ secure payment platform. -
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Support before and after your trip
Our team at Surfholidays and your local host onsite are available before and during your trip to ensure things run smoothly. -
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Authentic travel experiences
Surfholidays hosts ensure that you will have the best experience based on up-to-date local insights. On top of that, the vast majority of your money will go straight to support and grow local surf towns. -
Surfholidays offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee
If you are not fully satisfied, we’ll work with you to make it right.
- Host: Kim