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Urban Elephant At The Docklands

4.5 star property
Luxury apartment with free parking, near Long Street

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Close to Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street, Urban Elephant At The Docklands provides amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

Sleeps 290 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Urban Elephant At The Docklands

Luxury apartment with free parking, near Long Street
An outdoor pool, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk are available at this apartment building. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, barbecues and multilingual staff assistance are on-site. The apartment boasts a private pool and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Conveniences include a washer/dryer and a sitting area, and guests will appreciate thoughtful touches, such as an espresso maker and bathrobes. Housekeeping is available on request.
This apartment offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with private pools and washers/dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 4.5-star apartment has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Cape Town apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and a safe. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the apartment include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Car not required
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Cot: ZAR 450 per stay
  • Highchair

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: ZAR 450 per stay

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • 7 units
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 450.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 450.0 per stay

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 450.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 450.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Urban Elephant At The Docklands Apartment
Urban Elephant At The Docklands Cape Town
Urban Elephant At The Docklands Apartment Cape Town

About the area

Located in Cape Town City Centre, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, this apartment is near the airport and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Camps Bay Beach and Clifton Bay Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cape Town Stadium or Newlands Stadium. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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Map
70 Prestwich Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005

What's nearby

  • Bree Street
    Bree Street
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Two Oceans Aquarium which includes marine life
    Two Oceans Aquarium
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Long Street
    Long Street
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape Town, Western Cape / South Africa - 10/25/2016: Aerial photo of Cape Town International Convention Centre with Table Mountain in the background
    Cape Town International Convention Centre
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cape Town Stadium featuring a sunset and a city
    Cape Town Stadium
    16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station
    4 min drive
  • Cape Town Station
    17 min walk
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Espressolab De Waterkant
    5 min walk
  • Gold Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Vasco Da Gama Taverna
    4 min walk
  • Ala Turca
    4 min walk
  • Pauline’s
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Urban Elephant At The Docklands have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Urban Elephant At The Docklands pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Urban Elephant At The Docklands?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Urban Elephant At The Docklands?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Urban Elephant At The Docklands?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does Urban Elephant At The Docklands provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 350 per vehicle applies.

Where is Urban Elephant At The Docklands located?

Located in Cape Town City Centre, this luxury apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village, Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre. Bree Street and Greenmarket Square are also within 15 minutes. Cape Town Station is 17 minutes by foot.

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Urban Elephant At The Docklands Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great spacious place

Great space, central location between city and waterfront.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Great value for money.

Great value for money. Large area but small 4 poster bed. Facilities great and 10 minute walk or 2minute uber to water front area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tore

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Fin lokasjon ved Waterfront. Grei leilighet og god service fra resepsjonspersonell.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025