never@home Green Point

I stayed here in December/January and LOVED it! It was in a nice walkable location that felt safe- lots of police and safety officer presence. The hostel organized tours are such a nice touch and a great way to experience the area and also meet people in the hostel. It was a great place to stay and I would definitely stay here again and again.

I don't know how a hostel experience could be any better! I slept 2 nights in a 6-bed dormitory and it was absolutely nice! Also the backpackerbar directly at the hostel (randy warthog) is a solid 10/10 and has like super good prices and deals! Do yourself a favor and stay here!

I stayed at Never@Home Green Point for 4 nights and had an amazing time! The vibes are super chill and social — it’s really easy to meet people from all over, whether you're hanging out in the common areas or chatting at reception. A huge shoutout to Luyolo, who was incredibly helpful and always present at the front desk. He made my stay smoother with his friendly attitude and willingness to assist everyone. His energy really stands out! There was another staff member (I didn’t catch his name) who was also friendly, but a bit too touchy for my comfort. I think a little more professionalism and focus on duties would improve the experience. The hostel itself is clean, well-organized, and has a great atmosphere. However, I do have one concern: the entry codes (4747 for the main door and 4848# for upper floors) are too widely known and don’t change often. This makes it easy for outsiders to sneak in, especially at night when staff rotations mean no one remembers who checked in. Unfortunately, this has led to incidents like non-guests using the communal washrooms and leaving a mess. I strongly recommend updating the access system to prevent this. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely recommend Never@Home for its vibe, cleanliness, and standout staff like Luyolo. Just a few tweaks and it would be a perfect 5-star experience!

Dont be put off by it being a backpackers. The rooms had everything you would need, were clean and spacious. It was full on our visit but we were not disturbed by any noise. The food and drink at the attached bar are at a good price and can be taken back to your room if you dont want to stay in the bar. The communcal areas are spacious and clean and well looked after. It is a 10-15minute walk to the V&A and 5 minutes and you are on the Green Pathway leading to the promenade. The staff were very welcoming and accomodating with my early arrival (luggage can be stored until checkin)

Never at Home is simply the perfect hostel. The hostel has an excellent location, above-average cleanliness, breakfast options, top-quality drinks and snacks, great internet quality, and common areas. The staff are very friendly, and it is very safe. It has no weaknesses. I highly recommend it.

This is our third time staying at Never@Home and it has always been and still is one AMAZING place to stay. The people are great, the rooms are cozy and the food is delicious. If you are considering staying here when you are in Cape Town, you will not be disappointed. Thank you Never@Home team you guys rock.

I recently stayed at never@home Green Point and overall had a decent experience. The security and location are definitely the highlights — I felt safe throughout my stay, and the area is convenient for getting around. The amenities were solid, and I was pleasantly surprised by how much bigger the place is once you get inside; the entrance doesn’t do it justice. I also appreciated that they provide towels, which isn’t always a given at similar places.||The main downside, however, was the behavior of the general manager. It was highly disappointing and really took away from what could have been a much more positive stay. With better management interactions, this place could easily earn a higher rating.

My partner and I arrived here fresh off our flight, first time in Cape Town. We were completely taken aback by how rude the guy on reception was as we were checking in - we were the only people at desk, the hostel wasn't even busy. He refused to acknowledge us or talk to us, seemed very annoyed, gestured to the QR code whenever we asked for info, and basically walked off whenever we asked any further questions, e.g. around where kitchen is or how to get to the room. We resisted immediately leaving but ultimately left after one night as it really unnerved us to be so unwelcome and treated with such contempt. A shame as the rest of the staff seemed nice, and the room was lovely.