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Green Elephant Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Cape Town with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Outdoor pool
Poolside bar
Bar (on property)
Front of property
Bar (on property)
Take advantage of shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Green Elephant Backpackers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Parking included

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Local meal delivery service
Laptop-compatible safe
Printer
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Laundry detergent
Computer monitor
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | In-room safe, free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Local meal delivery service
Stovetop
Printer
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Studio | In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Studio

Highlights

Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Local meal delivery service
Stovetop
Printer
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only | In-room safe, free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Local meal delivery service
Stovetop
Printer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Local meal delivery service
Stovetop
Printer
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Local meal delivery service
Printer
Daily housekeeping
Laundry detergent
Computer monitor
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Observatory, a neighborhood in Cape Town, Green Elephant Backpackers is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Camps Bay Beach and Clifton Bay Beach. Iziko South African Museum and Arderne Gardens are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like mountain climbing and rock climbing.
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Map
57 Milton Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925

What's nearby

  • Groote Schuur Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Cape Town - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Long Street - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Cape Town Stadium - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Observatory Station - 9 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 12 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kauai (Observatory) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vida E Caffè (Obs) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Stones - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Massawa finger food - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Honey Bun - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Green Elephant Backpackers

Hostel near Cape Town International Convention Centre
You can look forward to shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Green Elephant Backpackers. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby, local meal delivery service, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and coworking spaces
Room features
All guestrooms at Green Elephant Backpackers have perks such as laptop-compatible safes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and computer monitors.
More amenities include:
  • Restaurant dining guides, guidebooks, and local maps
  • Daily housekeeping, computer monitors, and printers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 150 per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access

Frequently asked questions

Does Green Elephant Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is Green Elephant Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Green Elephant Backpackers?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Green Elephant Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Green Elephant Backpackers?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Green Elephant Backpackers located?

Located in Observatory, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Groote Schuur Hospital and Table Mountain National Park. Old Biscuit Mill and University of Cape Town are also within 2 mi (3 km). Observatory Station is 9 minutes by foot and Salt River Station is 17 minutes.

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Green Elephant Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

6.6
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