After our long flight to Capetown (18 hours +) it was great arriving at our destination. Forty8 arranged a driver to pick us up from the Airport - at a cost of R170. Forty8 Backpackers Hotel was clean, comfortable and a great location to Long Street, Greenmarket Square and especially ideal (5 mins walk) to our Nomad Tour pickup location... More

If you need a place to stay over in Cape Town city, Forty8 is the place. It is located in the city centre, a block from Greenmarket Square. On-street parking was a concern, but the city has security walking around all the time. The decor is fantastic, and better than adequate facilities. You can choose between dormitory rooms or private... More

Very nice hostel and great value! Everything was clean and modern and the beds were comfortable. There is a lounge area with computers free to use and a bar area. There are several restaurants within walking distance and the area felt relatively safe though the hostel itself was well secured.

Dont get me wrong the place is very posh and nice for a backpackers. But the service was dreadful to say the least, the lady of the place (who seemed to be very racist indeed)- had asked us to wash the dishes- when we had not even had anything to eat! When my friend had left her phone in the... More