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Green Elephant Backpackers

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

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Outdoor pool
Basic Studio | Living area
Front of property
Exterior
Poolside bar

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$66
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

Highlights

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

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Fridge
Microwave
Local meal delivery service
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
Printer
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Studio

Basic Studio

Highlights

Kitchenette
Fridge
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Local meal delivery service
Printer
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

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

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Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Fridge
Microwave
Local meal delivery service
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
Printer
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 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
Laptop-compatible safe
Daily housekeeping
Computer monitor
Laundry detergent
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Observatory, a neighbourhood 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. South African Museum and Planetarium and Arderne Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like rock climbing and mountain climbing.
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57 Milton Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925

What's nearby

  • Groote Schuur Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Cape Town - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Long Street - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 6 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kauai (Observatory) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Stones - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pancho's Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Obz Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ferdinando's Pizza - ‬5 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 a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, local meal delivery service and coworking spaces
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a TV in reception and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at Green Elephant Backpackers offer perks, such as laptop-compatible safes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and computer monitors.
Extra amenities include:
  • Restaurant dining guides, guidebooks and local maps
  • Daily housekeeping, computer monitors and printers

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Computer monitor
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laundry detergent
  • Printer

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

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

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are 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 on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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.

How much does it cost to stay at Green Elephant Backpackers?

As of 14 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Green Elephant Backpackers on 16 Aug 2025 start from NZ$66.08, including 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.

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?

Checkout 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 miles (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
542 external reviews