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Green Elephant Backpackers

2.0 star property
Cape Town hostel with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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When you stay at Green Elephant Backpackers, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Cape Town Stadium and Camps Bay Beach are within a short drive. Public transportation is close by: Observatory Station is just 9 minutes by foot.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Laundry service
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
  • Snack bar/deli
The current price is CNY166
CNY328 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Local meal delivery service
Printer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Laptop-compatible safe
Laundry detergent
Computer monitor
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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
Stovetop
Oven
Local meal delivery service
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Computer monitor
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Local meal delivery service
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Computer monitor
Laundry detergent
  • 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
Stovetop
Oven
Local meal delivery service
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Computer monitor
Laundry detergent
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin 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
Computer monitor
Laundry detergent
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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CNY269 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
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About the neighborhood

Map
57 Milton Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925

What's nearby

  • Cape Town Science Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Heart of Cape Town Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Groote Schuur Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Table Mountain National Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Cape Town - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 15 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 12 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 16 min drive
  • Observatory Station - 9 min walk
  • Salt River Station - 17 min walk
  • Mowbray Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Vida E Caffè (Obs) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ferdinando's Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kauai (Observatory) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gogi Korean BBQ - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Wave - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Green Elephant Backpackers

When you stay at Green Elephant Backpackers, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Cape Town Stadium and Camps Bay Beach are within a short drive. Public transportation is close by: Observatory Station is just 9 minutes by foot.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • 24-hour pool access

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Laundry detergent

Freshen up

  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Daily housekeeping (surcharge)
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: ZAR 150 per day

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool open 24-hours

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Green Elephant Backpackers?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

Are pets allowed at Green Elephant Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Green Elephant Backpackers?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Green Elephant Backpackers?

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

Is there an onsite casino at Green Elephant Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (10-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Green Elephant Backpackers and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like mountain climbing and rock climbing. Green Elephant Backpackers also has an outdoor pool.

What's the area around Green Elephant Backpackers like?

Green Elephant Backpackers is a short 9-minute walk from Observatory Station and 8 minutes' walk from Groote Schuur Hospital.

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Reviews

6.6

Good