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THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers

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18 Thornhill Road, Green Point, Cape Town, South Africa Map
Rated Exceptional 5
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  • Gay District
  • Wi-Fi
  • Pool
  • Parking

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About the Place

THE BIG is a newly renovated Luxury Hostel in Green Point, Cape Town and is the first of its kind. THE BIG offers its guests the best of two worlds – the style, service and cleanliness of a guest house/hotel, with the amazing social aspect of a hostel at competitive rates. Everyone that leaves THE BIG is sad to go. THE BIG is all about creating a space that acts as a "home away from home" All of our rooms are unique in style, shapes & have been newly renovated & styled by fabulous interior decorators. They all have bathrooms, are serviced daily with clean towels and linen provided. THE BIG has an inverted hence load shedding doesn't affect THE BIG. Free parking is available, a tour desk can help to organise any day excursions and an airport shuttle at a charge. THE BIG is centrally located just a 5 minutes' walk to V&A Waterfront and Sea Point Promenade, The BIG offers a choice of modern private room or dormitory room accommodation. It features a pool, braai facilities and free Wi-Fi and a free breakfast.

Hotel Facilities

  • Parking
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Essentials
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Terrace
  • View
  • Bath
  • Wi-Fi

Room type

  • Economy Double or Twin Room

     Sleeps 2
  • Standard Double or Twin Room

     Sleeps 2
  • Superior Double or Twin Room

     Sleeps 2
  • Family Room with Balcony

     Sleeps 4
  • Budget Double Room

     Sleeps 2
  • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

     Sleeps 1
  • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room

     Sleeps 1
Location details and gay map for Cape Town
The property is located: 18 Thornhill Road, Green Point, Cape Town, South Africa
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Rules & conditions

Check-in:
from 2pm to 12am
Checkout:
from 8am to 10am
Legal Name:
THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers
Type of accommodation:
Agency Partner
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Accommodation policies

No special conditions apply for groups.

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

Pets are not allowed.

Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed. You haven't added any extra beds. Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Important information

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, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. Please inform THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers 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. A damage deposit of ZAR 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
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