SaltyCrax Backpackers & Surflodge

Cape Town · South Africa

SaltyCrax Backpackers & Surflodge

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Low confidence 2 reviews
No bed bug reports in 340 analyzed reviews
No incentivized-review patterns detected in 340 analyzed reviews
Warning Strong winds and heavy rain in Western Cape may delay, cancel, or divert Cape Town flights, alongside serious violent crime risks.

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Facilities

🏊 Swimming Pool 🍳 COOKER 👕 Laundry 🅿️ Free Parking 🅿️ Parking 🔥 BBQ 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🍳 Free Breakfast 🍺 Bar
Other facilities (22)
Free City Maps Free WiFi Free Internet Access Airport Transfers Luggage Storage Tours/Travel Desk Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Nightclub Book Exchange Board Games Wi-Fi Linen Included Reading Light Towels Not Included Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Towels For Hire Security Lockers Safe Deposit Box Hot Showers Common Room

Prices

Dorms $28 / night
Privates $81 / night

HW prices from today

Worst reviews

South Africa Solo traveler Mar 14, 2026 1.0/10

+ Post what we experienced, nothing.

- Firstly, we paid for a LUXURY DOUBLE ROOM. We were placed in a small stuffy room. Most disgusting, the mattresses were infested with mites!!! This is beyond the SOP in terms of hygiene. Furthermore, as a facility hosting guests, surely you have policies in place; quiet time generally starts at 10pm. Evidently it's down to poor management or just a sheer lack of regard by the fact that guests need their rest. For your facility to allow carte Blanche, permitting partying to continue until way after midnight exemplifies that you have zero respect for your guests! All-inclusive, APPALLING.

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South Africa Couple Mar 4, 2026 1.0/10

+ The guy at the reception was okey I just did not like the place. I booked it for 3 nights but I couldn't stay a single night. The sad part is that I didn't get a cent back😅. I went to look for a place to stay and I lost R2,300 like that.

- My room was right at the lobby. Like I could hear people talking right in front of my door, that's when I decided to go look for a better place.

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South Africa Solo traveler Aug 11, 2025 1.0/10

+ Not a whole lot

- Just did not do it for me

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South Africa Solo traveler Jun 7, 2025 1.0/10

+ It's a really nice property but has a lot of room for growth.

- The blankets smelt terrible and like sweat. The ventilation is horrible and you can smell the guy next door doing his business and it was super noisy.

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South Africa Solo traveler Jun 6, 2025 1.0/10

+ Cold beer was about it

- No parking for cars, dirty, doors don't work, no food is prepared that can be bought. Absolutely terrible

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South Africa Family Sep 21, 2025 2.0/10

+ Location was good. We made our own breakfast using the kitchen .

- Definitely would not recommend, woken up at midnight and 4am on most of the 4 days stay. Also good being cooked by long stay guests next door at 2am. Music and TV during the night. We booked a luxury room and got a tiny room. No hot water for the shower.

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South Africa Group Mar 8, 2025 2.0/10

+ Conveniently close to the beach.

- Bathrooms were dirty, there were mosquitoes everywhere, the gate keypad not working, no secure parking after 9pm, just to name a few things

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Belarus Family Dec 31, 2024 2.0/10

+ Хорошее местоположение. Достаточно низкая цена.

- Нас поселили не в тот номер, который мы забронировали, пояснив, что произошла какая-то ошибка. Номер, в котором мы проживали, был гораздо меньше по площади, чем тот, который мы забронировали. Женщина на рецепшене была совершенно не дружелюбная и безучастная.

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France Group Feb 7, 2024 2.0/10

- Très décevant au niveau de la propreté et de l’entretien global . Le personnel n’était pas du tt avenant et peu qualifié.

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South Africa Family Jul 8, 2025 3.0/10

+ The location

- The facility has deteriorated since 2018 and is in need of some internal upkeep. Very disappointing. Inside parking is a problem.

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Recent reviews

South Africa Couple May 4, 2026 10.0/10

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Poland Solo traveler May 1, 2026 10.0/10

+ Very friendly staff! They gave me earlier check-in and I could wait peacefully for my late flight after check out. The atmosphere there is super friendly and chilly. Additionally, was breakfast I didnt except. Super close nice beach. I was happy to stay there :)

- For me nothing bad - just bathroom is outside the room to you to know :)

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Italy Solo traveler Apr 30, 2026 5.0/10

+ Buon parcheggio, camera pulita.

- La porta della camera era direttamente esposta alla sala comune, che era presa d'assalto da più famiglie che alloggiavano nella struttura. Il rumore della televisione (nel salotto davanti alla camera), della cucina e dei bambini che urlavano e correvano hanno impedito un sano riposo. Per me è inaccettabile che gli spazi comuni siano vissuti come una estensione della propria abitazione - credo che lo staff avrebbe dovuto impedire o quantomeno limitare questa "invasione". La camera era ok ma decisamente molto poco arredata, gli armadi di livello piuttosto basso. Per me il voto su Booking è ampiamente ingiustificato.

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South Africa Family Apr 29, 2026 10.0/10

+ We had such a wonderful stay at this accommodation and couldn’t be happier with our experience. From the moment we arrived, everything was welcoming, clean, and well prepared for our stay. The space was comfortable, beautifully maintained, and had everything we needed to feel right at home. The host was incredibly friendly, helpful, and always available when we had questions. It really made a difference knowing that we were well taken care of throughout our stay. The overall atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing, making it the perfect place to unwind. We truly enjoyed every moment here and would absolutely recommend this accommodation to anyone looking for a comfortable and pleasant stay. We will definitely be coming back again in the future!

- Nothing that we didn't like

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Austria Solo traveler Apr 29, 2026 8.0/10

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Taiwan Solo traveler Apr 12, 2026 10.0/10

+ 服務人員都超級貼心又熱情!讓我覺得好溫暖

- 沒有

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South Africa Group Apr 4, 2026 5.0/10

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South Africa Solo traveler Apr 4, 2026 8.0/10

+ Good location & excellent value

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South Africa Solo traveler Apr 3, 2026 10.0/10

+ Its so peaceful and in a perfect location with great space for inside parking small or big cars

- I could not stay longer

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South Africa Solo traveler Apr 1, 2026 10.0/10

+ Everything cleanliness , peaceful , welcoming ,great team of staff

- Nothing really

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South Africa Solo traveler Mar 31, 2026 10.0/10

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South Africa Couple Mar 30, 2026 8.0/10

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South Africa Couple Mar 30, 2026 10.0/10

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South Africa Solo traveler Mar 21, 2026 8.0/10

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South Africa Solo traveler Mar 18, 2026 10.0/10

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South Africa Solo traveler Mar 14, 2026 1.0/10

+ Post what we experienced, nothing.

- Firstly, we paid for a LUXURY DOUBLE ROOM. We were placed in a small stuffy room. Most disgusting, the mattresses were infested with mites!!! This is beyond the SOP in terms of hygiene. Furthermore, as a facility hosting guests, surely you have policies in place; quiet time generally starts at 10pm. Evidently it's down to poor management or just a sheer lack of regard by the fact that guests need their rest. For your facility to allow carte Blanche, permitting partying to continue until way after midnight exemplifies that you have zero respect for your guests! All-inclusive, APPALLING.

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South Africa Solo traveler Mar 14, 2026 8.0/10

+ Good value

- Can be a bit noisy but it is a backpackers so to be expected

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South Africa Solo traveler Mar 11, 2026 9.0/10

+ Friendly check in, nice atmosphere. I was alone and felt very safe.

- My room.was a bit warm

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South Africa Solo traveler Mar 10, 2026 10.0/10

+ The staff was very friendly and made me feel right at home .

- There's nothing not to like ..

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Australia Solo traveler Mar 9, 2026 8.0/10

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