Cape Town City Centre stay.At this Cape Town City Centre hostel, you'll be steps from Long Street and within a 15-minute walk of Cape Town International Convention Centre. Bree Street and Greenmarket Square are also within half a mile (1 km).
Cape Town International Convention Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Getting around
Observatory Station - 7 min drive
Cape Town Station - 12 min walk
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Iron Steak And Bar - 1 min walk
Honest Chocolate Café - 1 min walk
Bodega Ramen - 1 min walk
The Ladder - 1 min walk
Scala - 2 min walk
About this property
Mandela Rhodes Place
Hostel near Long Street in Cape Town
As a guest of Mandela Rhodes Place, you'll find shopping on site and an elevator. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cape Town hostel.
12 guestrooms or units
8 levels
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Storage area for luggage
Onsite shopping
Elevator
Smoking in designated areas
Mandela Rhodes Place offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.
This Cape Town hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. 74-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix.
Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 250 for adults and ZAR 125 for children
Things to do
Designer stores
Shopping
Accessibility
Elevator (130 inch wide door)
Room amenities
Entertainment
74-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Dining table
Electric kettle
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Stovetop
Toaster
More
Air conditioning
Fan
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Lockbox, private entrance
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
A damage deposit of ZAR 1000 will be collected before check-in.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately ZAR 250 for adults and ZAR 125 for children
Towels fee: ZAR 150 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)
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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
We should mention
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Property is also known as
Mandela Rhodes Place Hotel
Mandela Rhodes Place Cape Town
Mandela Rhodes Place Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Mandela Rhodes Place Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cape Town
Frequently asked questions
How close is Mandela Rhodes Place to the airport?
Mandela Rhodes Place is 12.8 mi (23-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 Mandela Rhodes Place?
As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mandela Rhodes Place on Dec 13, 2025 start from $127.02, 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 Mandela Rhodes Place have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Mandela Rhodes Place.
How close is Mandela Rhodes Place to the beach?
This hostel is 4 mi (14-min drive) from Camps Bay Beach and 4.5 mi (16-min drive) from Clifton Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Mandela Rhodes Place offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at Mandela Rhodes Place, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 250 for adults and ZAR 125 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
Is there a casino at Mandela Rhodes Place?
No, there is no casino at this hostel, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (14-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Mandela Rhodes Place?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Mandela Rhodes Place?
This hostel offers free self parking.
Does Mandela Rhodes Place have a pool?
Mandela Rhodes Place does not have a pool.
Does Mandela Rhodes Place have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hostel.
How close is Mandela Rhodes Place to downtown Cape Town?
Mandela Rhodes Place is 0.4 mi away from Cape Town.
Reviews
Mandela Rhodes Place Reviews
5.4
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
7.0/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
5.4/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 6 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 6 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Jan
Traveled with family
Mar 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The popert was nice nd conveniently located. However, the unit that I reserved did not have operable air conditioning and the property manager was nonresponsive in recifying the manner.
Jan
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
4/10 Poor
Daksha
Traveled with family
Apr 20, 2024
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No Security to Manage Noisy Neighbors
The biggest issue was that the neighbors were partying up to 5am in the morning and there was no security to ensure that this was controlled.
Daksha
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
2/10 Terrible
Annemarie
Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Check in was nerve wrecking as all comms were on whatsapp with no one in the building knowing what to do or what codes to use. The pool was not available to use. The street noise was so bad constantly to such a degree that we were unable to sleep at night. Water running from the ceiling light in the kitchen was not attend to even after we talk with a man on he emergency phone number. This was at 21:00 at night. We checked out immediately due to an electric fire hazard in the kitchen. The security man let us out of the building after we put the key into a mailbox room at 22:30. We had to find emergency accommodation at 21:30 at night in an unsafe city. Cape Town South Africa.
Zimmer war so unglaublich dreckig und stinking, dass ich erste Nacht nicht schlafen konnte. Auf meine Beschwerde wollten sie mir anderes Zimmer gegen Aufpreis geben. Und plötzlich nach längerem Beschwerdebrief konnte ich Zimmer wechseln. Der Pool ist sauber und schön. Es ist keine Unterkunft wo man verweilen kann. Ich have mich nicht wohl gefühlt.