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Accommodation

Our accommodation

Looking for short-term accommodation in Cape Town? Green Elephant Backpackers is your perfect base.

What Makes Us Different 

  • Safe, affordable, clean — always.
  • A student-friendly environment that feels like home.
  • A mix of good energy, cultural exchange, and community vibes.
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Room Options

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Colorful artwork above a window, showing a view of a mountainous landscape with clear skies and greenery
Bunk bed setup in a bright, minimalist dormitory room with white walls and natural light filtering through the window
A white locker unit and a gray door with a red label in a hostel or shared room space.
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Hallway with colorful artwork on the walls, leading into a room with bunk beds in a shared dormitory
Bunk bed corner in a minimalist dormitory room with natural wood flooring and a simple nightstand

6-Bed Female Dorm

Comfortable shared space with digital access, lockers, charging points, fresh linen, towel rental, and free Wi-Fi.

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Empty bunk beds in a dormitory-style room with natural wooden flooring and a small blue cabinet
Cozy hostel room with wooden floors and two bunk beds, each equipped with personal reading lamps
Bunk bed in a private room with a minimalist design, featuring white bedding and a small side table
Hallway with abstract artwork on the walls and a mirror, leading to a dormitory room with a bunk bed
A bright and neat hostel room with two bunk beds, wooden flooring, and large windows providing natural light

6-Bed Mixed Dorm

Shared comfort and convenience with digital access, lockers, charging points, fresh linen, towel rental, and free Wi-Fi.

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Budget private Room

A cozy option for travellers who want privacy at an affordable rate. This room comes with a desk, safe, hanging space, and a washing sink. Guests have access to a shared bathroom. The room can also be converted into a twin setup if required.

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Private Room (En-suite)

Enjoy your own private space with a comfortable bed, safe, hanging space plus the convenience of a private en-suite bathroom.

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Budget Studio Apartment

Sleeps up to 3 guests. Compact, private, and practical. Includes a mini-fridge, kettle, toaster, and microwave for simple self-catering, plus a private bathroom.

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Long-Term Accommodation

Green Elephant is a favourite with international students, medical elective students, interns, and digital nomads seeking safe, affordable, and central accommodation.

We offer discounted monthly rates and flexible stays between April and September.

All long-term requests are subject to a management interview and approval. While we do our best to accommodate, acceptance is not guaranteed and remains at management’s discretion.

To apply for long-term accommodation, please complete the Green Elephant Enquiry Form or email us directly at stay@greenelephant.co.za.
Monthly Enquiry Form