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Hotel Amenities
Property Features
The hostel offers a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.
This Victorian hostel also offers an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. Complimentary self parking is available on site. A total renovation of this property was completed in June 2021.
Villa Viva Hostel has designated areas for smoking.
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Library
- Daily
- Number of outdoor pools - 1
- Number of bars/lounges - 1
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Free breakfast
- Billiards or pool table
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Year Built - 1890
- Free self parking
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Free WiFi
- Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Terrace
- Luggage storage
- Free buffet breakfast
- ATM/banking
- Concierge services
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Snack bar/deli
- Designated smoking areas
- Laundry facilities
- Vending machine
- Total number of rooms - 31
- Television in common areas
- No accessible shuttle
- Airport transportation (surcharge)
- Garden
- Off-street parking
Family Friendly Amenities
- Number of outdoor pools - 1
- Free WiFi
- Snack bar/deli
- Laundry facilities
Room Amenities
Villa Viva Hostel offers 31 accommodations with safes and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
- Daily housekeeping
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe
- Shower only
- Hair dryer (on request)
- Free WiFi
- Towels provided
- Bedsheets provided
- Number of beds 1
Parking
Self parking (surcharge)
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Food & Drink
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Nearby Activities
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Horse riding nearby
- Safari nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Bicycle rentals on site
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
Hotel Policies
Payment types
Fees
Optional extras
- Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per person (one-way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age is: 18
Check-out
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Front desk opens daily at 7:00 AM
Front desk closes daily at 10:00 PM
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
Cashless transactions are not available
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Temperature checks are available to guests
Masks are not compulsory at the property
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Contactless check-out is not available
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Mobile key entry is not available
Debit cards not accepted
Protective clothing is not available to guests
Food service has not been amended for enhanced safety
No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
Staffed front desk
Social distancing measures are not in place
Contactless check-in is not available
No elevators
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Smoke detector
Individually-wrapped food options are not available
No gap period between guest stays
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Pet Policy
- Pets not allowed
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Hotel Names
- Backpack Cape Town
- The Backpack Hostel
- Backpack Hostel Cape Town
- The Backpack Hostel
- Villa Viva Hostel Cape Town
- Villa Viva Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
- Villa Viva Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town
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