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Urban Elephant The Rose

4.5 star property
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Outdoor pool
Property amenity
Exterior
Restaurant
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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117 Strand St, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Place, Bree Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Town International Convention Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬
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About the neighborhood

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Located in Cape Town City Centre, Urban Elephant The Rose is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre. This 9-room, 4.5-star aparthotel has private in-room pools along with an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Bree Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Table Mountain National Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Greenmarket Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Long Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 3 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 11 min walk
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Manhattan - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Athletic Club & Social - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Pickle - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Villa 47 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Platō Coffee - De Waterkant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Urban Elephant The Rose

At Urban Elephant The Rose, guests have access to an outdoor pool and a TV in a common area. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 1000 per vehicle one-way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Each apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchenette with an oven, a microwave, and a stovetop. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix. The bathroom offers hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and an espresso maker. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Family friendly

  • Crib: ZAR 450 per stay

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Communal living room

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor entertainment area

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Proposal/romance packages

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 9 units
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 17

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 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 450 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 450 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 17
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Urban Elephant The Rose Cape Town
Urban Elephant The Rose Aparthotel
Urban Elephant The Rose Aparthotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Urban Elephant The Rose?

This aparthotel is situated in Cape Town City Centre, just steps from Bree Street and Table Mountain National Park, and within a short walk of Long Street. You'll also find Kloof Street and Castle of Good Hope less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Urban Elephant The Rose?

No, there isn't parking at this aparthotel.

Does Urban Elephant The Rose have luxury amenities?

Yes, a private pool and concierge services are some guest luxuries of this aparthotel.

Does Urban Elephant The Rose include a casino?

No, Urban Elephant The Rose doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Urban Elephant The Rose?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Urban Elephant The Rose?

There are many amenities for couples at this aparthotel, including a private pool as well as an outdoor pool and proposal/romance packages.

Are there hot tubs at Urban Elephant The Rose?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Urban Elephant The Rose feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Urban Elephant The Rose doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Urban Elephant The Rose allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Urban Elephant The Rose.

Are there connecting rooms at Urban Elephant The Rose?

No, this aparthotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Urban Elephant The Rose?

The closest major airport to Urban Elephant The Rose is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 12.8 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Urban Elephant The Rose?

Yes, some apartments at Urban Elephant The Rose offer a balcony and may feature city views.

Urban Elephant The Rose Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, the manager is really helpful and good at communicating.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camila

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great place, clean, modern, in the centre of Cape Town. Straightforward check in. Smah was lovely, very helpful and cheched throughout the stay if everything was OK. All the staff were lovely. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
very nice and well located room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulo Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025