
Become a Host
Join the Urban Elephant family
If you're looking to join a thriving, growing hotel brand in Cape Town, we'd be thrilled to hear from you. Our apartments are handpicked — take a look at what we look for below.
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What we look for
Our apartments are handpicked. A few things help us know yours is a great fit for the family.
Location
Is your apartment in central Cape Town?
Amenities
Does your building have parking and an outdoor pool?
Branding
Every apartment is uniquely branded and 100% managed by us.
Availability
Is your apartment available at least 48 weeks of the year?

Fully managed
We take care of everything
From the first photograph to the final checkout, your apartment is in good hands — and so are your guests.
Setup & furnishing
We style, furnish and photograph your apartment so it's ready to host.
Bookings & revenue
We fill your calendar across every channel and make the most of your returns.
Maintenance & care
Cleaning, upkeep and trusted service providers — all handled, always spotless.
Guests & branding
We host your guests personally, under a brand they remember.

Owner stories
From our owners
The families who have trusted us with their apartments — in their own words.
“Hospitality is more than just a job for me—it's my jam.”
I met and joined Niles at Urban Elephant when he became involved at The Docklands. I would not entrust my unit to anyone else. It has certainly been a pleasure to work with the team for several years now. Thank you Niles and the Urban Elephant team.
Niles and team took over the responsibility of dealing with service providers, setting up and furnishing the apartment. Ongoing maintenance is taken care of and the apartment is spotless clean. It's been a pleasure having Urban Elephant managing our apartment.
My apartment has been in the capable hands of Urban Elephant for a year, and Niles and his team have delivered a highly professional service. The bottom line is, they get the bookings and I feel confident in their ability to also take care of my investment.
The team at Urban Elephant has always treated our flat as if it is their own property. They are so professional, from the owner down, and the service they give us is exceptional. I consider myself lucky to have them as managers of our property.
We loved staying in Urban Elephant's apartments during our visits to Cape Town. When we got our own apartments, there was no question — only Urban Elephant could take care of them. Niles and his team were incredibly helpful from the start, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to creating a beautiful experience for both guests and owners.
Based on my exceptional experience with this apartment management service, I wholeheartedly recommend them without hesitation. Their dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to excellence make them the clear choice for anyone seeking a reliable and efficient management service.
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Operations & Reservations
+27 21 300 1044After Hours Guest Relations
+27 72 618 8140Office Hours
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm