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Green Elephant Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel near Cape Town International Convention Centre in Cape Town

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Poolside bar
Outdoor pool
Bar (on property)
Poolside bar
Front of property

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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57 Milton Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925
  • Place, Cape Town Science Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Cape Town
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Studio | In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Studio

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Observatory stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Observatory hostel, you'll find Groote Schuur Hospital and Table Mountain National Park. University of Cape Town and District 6 are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cape Town Science Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Heart of Cape Town Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Table Mountain National Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Cape Town - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • District 6 - 3 min drive - 1.1 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) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vida E Caffè (Obs) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gogi Korean BBQ - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ferdinando's Pizza - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Green Elephant Backpackers

Hostel near Cape Town International Convention Centre in Cape Town
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Green Elephant Backpackers also features an outdoor pool, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cape Town hostel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Green Elephant Backpackers offers 7 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include computer monitors and printers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

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 transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite 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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 150 per day

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.

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24-hours a day.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Green Elephant Backpackers to the airport?

Green Elephant Backpackers is 9.5 mi (15-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 Green Elephant Backpackers?

As of May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Green Elephant Backpackers on May 26, 2026 start from $39, 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.

Does Green Elephant Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Green Elephant Backpackers.

How close is Green Elephant Backpackers to the beach?

This hostel is 7.7 mi (22-min drive) from Camps Bay Beach and 7 mi (18-min drive) from Milton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Green Elephant Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Green Elephant Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Green Elephant Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Green Elephant Backpackers?

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

Is there free parking at Green Elephant Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Green Elephant Backpackers have a pool?

Green Elephant Backpackers features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy 24-hour pool access.

Does Green Elephant Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Green Elephant Backpackers to downtown Cape Town?

Green Elephant Backpackers is 2.7 mi away from Cape Town.

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