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Green Elephant Backpackers
3 stars

Green Elephant Backpackers

57 Milton Road, 7925 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
See location+27 214 486 359
From
C$ 36
Cheapest

rate per night

6.5
Okay
based on 484 reviews
484 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
C$ 36

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Overview

Located in the heart of Observatory in Cape Town, a lively student area, Green Elephant Backpackers offers budget accommodation. It features an outdoor pool and barbecue facilities. The hostel offers simply decorated rooms and dormitory rooms with shared or private bathrooms. Linen are included in the rooms and there is one dorm room exclusively for women. A daily breakfast is served on request, but there are also excellent coffee shops nearby, some with all day breakfasts. Themed dinners including home-made pizzas and chicken curry are served at the property. Green Elephant is the close to Groote Schuur Hospital, pubs, restaurants, public transport, shops, and theatres. A tour desk, a luggage storage space and laundry facilities are available. Guests can use the free WiFi in the public areas or relax in the garden. A vending machine with drinks is also available.
6.5
Okay rating
Based on 484 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Green Elephant Backpackers

Tue 8/7
Wed 9/7
Double room
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C$ 36
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C$ 54
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Green Elephant Backpackers

  • Outdoor pool
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safe

Dining

  • Kitchenware
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Snack bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Fire extinguisher

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • Safety deposit box
  • Tour desk
  • 24hr front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Outdoor

  • Balcony
  • Grill
  • Garden

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Designated smoking area

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Evening entertainment

General

  • Lockers
  • Storage available

Pool

  • Plunge pool
  • Outdoor pool

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Reviews of Green Elephant Backpackers

6.5
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484 verified ratings
Wonderful
144
Very good
76
Good
94
Okay
42
Fair
37
Mediocre
24
Poor
67

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Location

57 Milton Road, 7925 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • University of Cape Town2.2 km
  • Table Bay2.6 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre4.2 km
  • Parliament of South Africa4.4 km
  • City Bowl4.5 km
  • Long Street4.7 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront5.3 km
  • Table Mountain5.8 km
  • Signal Hill6.1 km
  • Cape Town Stadium6.3 km
  • Canal Walk6.5 km
  • Clifton8.4 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 1:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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FAQs when booking at Green Elephant Backpackers

  • Where is Green Elephant Backpackers located?

    Green Elephant Backpackers is located at 57 Milton Road, 2.4 km from the centre of Cape Town. University of Cape Town is the closest landmark to Green Elephant Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Green Elephant Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 1:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Green Elephant Backpackers.

  • Does Green Elephant Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Green Elephant Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Green Elephant Backpackers offer free parking?

    Yes, Green Elephant Backpackers offers free parking.

  • How far is Green Elephant Backpackers from the airport?

    Green Elephant Backpackers is 13.2 km from Cape Town Intl.

  • Does Green Elephant Backpackers have a pool?

    Yes, Green Elephant Backpackers has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Green Elephant Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Green Elephant Backpackers in Cape Town and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Green Elephant Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Green Elephant Backpackers.

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Distance to downtown

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.4
2.4 km
Cape Town Intl
13.3 km

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