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Blue Mountain Backpackers

208 Long Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
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Jozi
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

good times we had her place is safe and close to parties. WE stay in the dorm and had great nights out in the long street. The hostel has Tv room and balcony with nice people staying there. Our dorm room had only 4 beds in so it was great not to share with too many other people and get... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

The place wasn't bad but it is very unsafe for your belongings, it is the staff not the guests who are stealing as we had a private room and it was locked the whole time. We had different currencies stolen and we didn't realise it until we left Cape Town as they did it so sneakily, not even touching the... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2013

Don't stay here! We had a private room and the staff stole $700USD and they didn't even try to help! They did it so strategically and didn't touch the laptops and it was obviously somebody with a key, also with all the signs around about theft it obviously occurs often. I don't recommend this place at all plus it's so... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 June 2012

I stayed here for a couple of weeks and the service was excellent. The staff were very friendly (Candice and Sandy). They assist you quite well and are quite accommodative! Would for sure stay with them when I return to CT! The location is perfect as its on Long street. The best part is the balcony and in the evenings... More

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Bangkok, Thailand
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012

i enjoyed my stay in blue mountain backpackers very much . it is sparkling clean, one can use the kitchen any time as well as the living room. big terasse with a nice view at long street and free coffee or tea all day long. but most important : the young women who work there are extremly helpful, joyful and... More

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Lagos, Nigeria
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

My boyfriend and I had an awesome time here, I would recommend it to EVERYONE of all ages. The staff, Candice in particular, were brilliant and honestly could not have been any friendlier or any more helpful, from booking tours to just chilling with us on the spectacular balcony having a beer. The rooms are basic, but everything you need.... More

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Malmö
2 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Don't stay there! During my first night, someone stole my Iphone out of my bag (I had a room to myself) and the staff was not helpful at all when I went to talk to them about my missing phone. It was as if this happens all the time and there was nothing they could do. And the service was... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2011

I stayed at the Blue Mountain Hostel because it had the most affordable single private room I could find at short notice. If you want to be close to the bars and clubs on Long Street, the location is ideal, and the staff are friendly enough. The room was rather disappointing; it had potential, but the sheets were grubby, there... More

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IL
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 December 2009

Blue Mountain Backpackers is in a great location with friendly and helpful staff. Overall I had a great experience. The place seemed relatively clean, but could have used some paint and freshening up. Our room walls were a bit dirty and the floor tiles were peeling up. Bedding seemed clean but was a bit dingy. Showers and bathrooms were co-ed.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2009

Everythink was OK :) Cleanless, staff, rooms, location, ....

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Blue Mountain Backpackers Cape Town, South Africa
Address: 208 Long Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Cape Town > Cape Town Central
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Ranked #75 of 159 Speciality lodging in Cape Town Central
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