Green Elephant Backpackers

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Staff

8.8

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.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

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

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Caroline
Kenya Kenya
“Very clean, friendly staff and a well equipped kitchen.”
Jessica
Netherlands Netherlands
“My brother stayed here and had the best time. Great place, great guests, great location, great value for money.”
Jimmy
South Africa South Africa
“I like the way I was welcomed & made me feel at home. On my next stop am coming back”
Tefo
South Africa South Africa
“1. Security 2. Housekeeping 3. WIFI 4. The staff 5. Check out process All these were excellent if can I won't hesitate to choose Green Elephant Backpackers for my next year (2025) TWO OCEANS MARATHON Accommodation.”
Fraser
Australia Australia
“The staff were all friendly and I felt at home very quickly! Very clean hostel and the kitchen had lots of utensils and options for cooking!”
Farmer
South Africa South Africa
“the loveliest staff. nice common areas to chill in. rooms are spacious enough. even had nice showers! and the location is absolutely perfect.”
Patricia
Finland Finland
“The athmosphere at the hostel was very relaxed and welcoming. The staff was also very helpful :) it's only a 5 minutes walk from the hospital, so convenient for medical student who are doing their internship there!”
Ntshauba
South Africa South Africa
“The room was fabulously clean and the bed very neat with a fridge and stove ready for use plus a microwave. It was excellent to find these extra items for the price we paid. That was additional joy to our trip. The fact that you can cook for...”
Annalise
South Africa South Africa
“The helpfulness and warm reception when i arrived. The staff went out of their way to make sure you are taken care of. The location is good The outside space as well as inside are nice and clean.”
Mandy
South Africa South Africa
“Very clean. Just my first sleep time sleeping with difference kind of people in one room. But I managed and got used to it”

Area info

Amenities of Green Elephant Backpackers

Most popular amenities

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

House rules

Green Elephant Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 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.
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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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