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Electric Jackal

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Long Street

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Close to Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre, Electric Jackal has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$53
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan

Room options

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Double Room, City View

Double Room, City View

Highlights

Microwave
Stovetop
Desk
  • 0 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Mountain View

Twin Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Microwave
Stovetop
Desk
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Single Room, City View

Single Room, City View

Highlights

Microwave
Stovetop
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Cape Town City Centre, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, is home to Electric Jackal. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Camps Bay Beach and Clifton Bay Beach. Iziko South African Museum and Cape Town Museum are also worth visiting.
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Map
255 Long St, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8000

What's nearby

  • Long Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bree Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kloof Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Greenmarket Square - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • South African National Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 4 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 15 min walk
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mama Africa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Carne SA - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Long Street Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kennedy's on Long - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Royale Eatery - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Electric Jackal

Hotel near Long Street
Located close to Cape Town International Convention Centre, Electric Jackal has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A 24-hour front desk and concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms at Electric Jackal offer amenities, such as free Internet.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • No lift

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Electric Jackal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Electric Jackal?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Electric Jackal on 28 Jan 2026 start from AU$53.38, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Electric Jackal?

Electric Jackal doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Electric Jackal?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Electric Jackal?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Electric Jackal located?

Located in Cape Town City Centre, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre. Camps Bay Beach is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. Cape Town Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Electric Jackal Reviews

2.0

2.0

Cleanliness

4.0

Amenities

4.0

Staff & service
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

teodor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026