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Green Elephant Backpackers

Property class: 2

Photo gallery for Green Elephant Backpackers

A bar area with a wooden counter, stools, and various food and drink items.
A wooden table with a dictionary, a leather sofa, and a wooden deck with a tree.
A building with a white facade, arched windows, and a decorative balcony railing.
A backyard with a swimming pool, a tree, and a swing set.
A rustic bar setting with wooden furniture and a thatched ceiling.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room

A neatly made bed with white and blue bedding, a dark headboard, and a framed picture on the wall.

Basic Double Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Double Room

A neatly made bed with white and blue bedding, a dark headboard, and a framed picture on the wall.

Basic Double Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

A bunk bed room with a wooden floor, a small wooden dresser, and a nightstand.

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with a view of trees, a black nightstand, and a pendant light.

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Studio

A bed with white bedding and two dark blue pillows in a room with white walls and tiled flooring.

Basic Studio

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Cape Town

Green Elephant Backpackers places you steps from Cape Town Science Centre and within a 10-minute stroll of Groote Schuur Hospital. Highlights at this hostel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Observatory hostel include Cape Town International Convention Centre and Camps Bay Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Cape Town Science Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Table Mountain National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Cape Town - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Old Biscuit Mill - 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 (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Akoo Coffee
  • The Pot Luck Club & Gallery
  • Fraiche Ayres
  • ‪Vida E Caffè (Obs) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Green Elephant Backpackers

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 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
  • On-site shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge 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 on a daily basis.

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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
  • 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

Outdoors

  • Garden

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
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.

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.

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are 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 on-site 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 on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Green Elephant Backpackers?

Onsite parking is limited.

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

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Green Elephant Backpackers on 19 Sept 2026 start from NZ$67, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Green Elephant Backpackers?

The closest beach to Green Elephant Backpackers is Camps Bay Beach (8.1 km).

Does Green Elephant Backpackers have a pool?

Green Elephant Backpackers has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 24 hours.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Green Elephant Backpackers?

No, Green Elephant Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Green Elephant Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Green Elephant Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

Green Elephant Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
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8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Debora V

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Foi muito bom.quartos limpos Funcionários prestativos
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026