Ashanti Lodge Backpackers, Cape Town
Overview
Situated only 5 minutes by foot from Checkers Kloof Street, Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Cape Town hostel offers a terrace for guests to unwind. The hostel lies in the Hoboken district, and the nearest bus stop, Ludwig's Garden, is 0.3 miles away.
Location
Situated merely 6 minutes' stroll from the four-screen Labia Theatre, the Cape Town hostel is approximately 10 minutes by car from such sports venues as the R4.5-billion Cape Town Stadium. Ashanti Lodge Backpackers hostel is located in a popular area, 1.8 miles from Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa.
The 220 - sq - km Table Mountain National Park is around 15 minutes by car from the Cape Town accommodation.
The hostel is located about 1 mile from Cape Town train station.
Rooms
There are 26 rooms in Ashanti Lodge Backpackers hostel, some of them come with tea and coffee-making facilities, as well as amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Eat & Drink
Kumasi, the on-site restaurant, invites guests for dinner. You can enjoy evenings in the lounge bar. For dinner, guests have the option of dining at Nelson's Eye, located a few moments from the Cape Town property, or at Arnold's Restaurant, situated just a 6-minute walk away. Ashanti Lodge Backpackers hostel features a shared kitchen, available for cooking purposes.
Leisure & Business
This hostel offers a shared lounge and barbecue grills for rest and relaxation.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Locker room
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Pool tables
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's buffet
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
- Curtains
Recommended for:
Hike Table Mountain
Explore trails leading to Table Mountain, with routes varying from casual walks to challenging climbs, starting nearby.
Visit District Six
Tour District Six Museum to learn about its history, located 1 mile away.
Explore Bo-Kaap
Walk through Bo-Kaap, known for its colorful houses and cultural heritage, 1 mile from the hotel.
Play Billiards
Compete in billiards games at Kumasi Café, one of the communal areas available.
Location
Significant Location
The Ashanti Lodge is near Castle of Good Hope, V&A Waterfront, and the Iziko South African Museum.
Historic Neighborhood
Gardens is a residential district with historic charm, featuring District Six Museum, Bo-Kaap Museum, and Company's Garden.
Local Bites to Try
Harbour House, The Pot Luck Club, and Mama Africa offer seafood, contemporary international dishes, and African cuisine.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants