Title: Green Elephant Backpackers Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Green Elephant Backpackers Hostel in Cape Town with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117140000/117139900/117139844/e0d81eaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117140000/117139900/117139844/5e96d1bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117140000/117139900/117139844/53988fc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117140000/117139900/117139844/61b90a38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117140000/117139900/117139844/a0030197.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Take advantage of shopping on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services at Green Elephant Backpackers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a bar. ## Popular amenities - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Laundry - Pool - Parking included £33 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 2 - Oct 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=117139844&PinnedHotelID=117139844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=117139844&PinnedHotelID=117139844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 3 - Oct 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=117139844&PinnedHotelID=117139844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=117139844&PinnedHotelID=117139844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=117139844&PinnedHotelID=117139844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=117139844&PinnedHotelID=117139844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=117139844&PinnedHotelID=117139844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=117139844&PinnedHotelID=117139844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117140000/117139900/117139844/376bdb7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights Local meal delivery service Printer Daily housekeeping Laundry detergent Computer monitor Laptop-compatible safe - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117140000/117139900/117139844/376bdb7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights Local meal delivery service Laptop-compatible safe Printer Daily housekeeping Desk Laundry detergent Computer monitor - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117140000/117139900/117139844/43b8ac21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only ### Highlights Full-sized fridge/freezer 4 bathrooms Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Local meal delivery service Stovetop Printer - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 3 Single Bunk Beds ![Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117140000/117139900/117139844/a74321b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ### Highlights Fridge Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Local meal delivery service Stovetop Printer Daily housekeeping - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 3 Single Bunk Beds ![Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117140000/117139900/117139844/w1536h957x0y67-5dcc2018.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds ### Highlights Fridge Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Local meal delivery service Stovetop Printer Daily housekeeping - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Basic Studio | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117140000/117139900/117139844/3b76e3a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Studio ### Highlights Kitchenette Fridge Private bathroom Microwave Local meal delivery service Stovetop Printer Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28830000/28825200/28825118/b0c14ae3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=357&ra=fit) #### The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK Cape Town City Centre - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-Green-Elephant-Backpackers.h117139844.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-Green-Elephant-Backpackers.h117139844.Hotel-Information) ## 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. Iziko South African Museum and Arderne Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like mountain climbing and rock climbing. [Visit our Cape Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town.dx6046820) [View more Hostels in Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hostels.d6046820-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.93792%2C18.46526&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fTWYe0EmSv9gX8yboAHdRY6XjPE=) 57 Milton Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925 ### What's nearby - Groote Schuur Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles - University of Cape Town - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Long Street - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles - Cape Town International Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles - Cape Town Stadium - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles ### 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 - ‪Vida E Caffè (Obs) - ‬3 min walk - ‪Stones - ‬6 min walk - ‪Massawa finger food - ‬7 min walk - ‪Honey Bun - ‬7 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 TV in reception, local meal delivery service and coffee/tea in reception - A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and coworking spaces 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. 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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 at the property ## 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 2 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Green Elephant Backpackers on 19 Oct 2025 start from £32.98, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Green-Elephant-Backpackers.h117139844.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) 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. ## Have a question? 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