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Green Elephant Backpackers

2.0 star property

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Take advantage of shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Green Elephant Backpackers. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ₩54,098
₩62,213 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 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

  • 16 sq m
  • 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

  • 16 sq m
  • 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

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Studio | In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Studio

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Camps Bay Beach and Table Mountain. Cape Town Science Centre and Africa Centre are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like rock climbing and mountain climbing. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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57 Milton Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925

What's nearby

  • cape town at dusk
    Table Mountain National Park
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape Town Science Centre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Heart of Cape Town Museum
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Cape Town
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • District 6
    3 min drive - 1.8 km

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
  • You can look forward to shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden 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 dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An outdoor pool
    • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in the lobby, and local meal delivery service
    • A front-desk safe, coffee/tea in the lobby, 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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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 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

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

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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.

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

As of May 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Green Elephant Backpackers on May 27, 2026 start from ₩54,098, excluding 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?

Limited spots are available.

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 10-minute walk of Cape Town Science Centre and Groote Schuur Hospital. Table Mountain National Park and Old Biscuit Mill are also within 1 mi (2 km). Observatory Station is 9 minutes by foot and Salt River Station is 17 minutes.

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Reviews

7.0

Good