About this property

Located in the heart of Observatory in Cape Town, a lively student area, Green Elephant Backpackers offers budget accommodations. 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 theaters. 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.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

    • Free private parking


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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Area info

Amenities of Green Elephant Backpackers

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Movie nights
  • Evening entertainment

Food & Drink

  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Laundry

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Safe

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool

Spa

  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Languages Spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Swahili
  • Xhosa

House rules

Green Elephant Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 1:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Green Elephant Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

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