Green Elephant Backpackers, Cape Town
Overview
Positioned a mere 5 minutes' stroll from Wola Nani, the budget Green Elephant Backpackers Cape Town hostel features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool for guests to enjoy. The hostel lies in the Observatory district, and the nearest bus stop, St Peters Square Residence, is 0.3 miles away.
Location
The Cape Town hostel is located approximately 10 minutes by car from Rondebosch Common and in proximity to Medical History Museum. In addition, Obs Arts Festival can be found only 950 feet from the Cape Town accommodation.
Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum is among the cultural highlights close to Green Elephant Backpackers hostel, situated about a 15-minute drive away.
The hostel is located a short way from Observatory train station.
Eat & Drink
You can enjoy evenings in the lounge bar. For dinner, guests have the option of dining at Eat on Main, located around 700 feet from Green Elephant Backpackers hostel, or at Banana Jam Trenchtown, situated 0.2 miles away.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Baggage storage
- Locker room
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Plunge pool
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Garden furniture
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Recommended for:
Join Guided Mountain Walk
Participate in guided walks up the mountain offered by the tour desk.
Tour Heart Cape Town Museum
Receive an excellent tour at the Heart of Cape Town Museum set in the original theatre.
Buy African Crafts Market
Purchase crafts from all over Africa sold at The Neighbourgoods Market 1 mile distant.
Attend Live Music Venues
Attend live music at venues on Lower Main Road near many bars and restaurants.
Ride Observatory Station Train
Board train at Observatory Station on the Cape Town to Simons Town route.
Walk Cape Malay Centre
Take a walk through the historical centre of the Cape Malay people near Bo-Kaap Museum.
Location
Convenient Location
This area is close to Table Mountain, V&A Waterfront, and the Medical History Museum.
Rich Cultural Neighborhood
The Green Point neighborhood blends residential life and entertainment, featuring local spots like the District Six Museum and MyCiTi bus routes.
Local Bites to Try
Mama Africa, The Pot Luck Club, and Codfather Seafood & Sushi offer a variety of African and seafood dishes.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants