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TheLab Backpackers

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Franschhoek hostel

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Standard Double Room, Non Smoking
Standard Single Room, Non Smoking | Bathroom
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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24 Nerina Street, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690
  • Place, Franschhoek Town Hall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Huguenot Monument
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Franschhoek Wine Tram
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room, Non Smoking

Standard Single Room, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Triple Room, Non Smoking

Basic Triple Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Franschhoek

In suburbs.You'll find Huguenot Memorial Museum and Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery within a 15-minute walk of this Franschhoek hostel. Franschhoek Town Hall and Franschhoek Art House are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Franschhoek Town Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Franschhoek Art House - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Huguenot Monument - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Get Lost Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Microbrewery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Col'Cacchio - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪French Connection - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Allora - ‬13 min walk

About this property

TheLab Backpackers

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Franschhoek hostel
As a guest of TheLab Backpackers, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi. TheLab Backpackers also features dry cleaning/laundry services and a communal living room. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Franschhoek hostel.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
TheLab Backpackers offers 4 accommodations. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 150 for children

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • 8 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 150 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
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, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

TheLab Backpackers Hostal
TheLab Backpackers Franschhoek
TheLab Backpackers Hostal Franschhoek

Frequently asked questions

How close is TheLab Backpackers to the airport?

TheLab Backpackers is 51.3 mi (67-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at TheLab Backpackers?

As of Jul 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at TheLab Backpackers on Jul 12, 2026 start from CA $88, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does TheLab Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at TheLab Backpackers.

Does TheLab Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at TheLab Backpackers, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 150 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at TheLab Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at TheLab Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at TheLab Backpackers?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does TheLab Backpackers have a pool?

TheLab Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does TheLab Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is TheLab Backpackers to downtown Franschhoek?

TheLab Backpackers is 0.5 mi away from Franschhoek.