Explorer Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Rosebank Mall
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Balcony
Desk, free WiFi
Restaurant
Property grounds
Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

82 external reviews
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Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
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Room options

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Fridge
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Map
27 7th St, Randburg, Gauteng, 2193

What's nearby

  • Rosebank Mall - 3 min drive
  • Johannesburg Zoo - 4 min drive
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 7 min drive
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 8 min drive
  • Sandton City Mall - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Rosebank Station - 12 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 18 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kolonaki Greek Kouzina - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Jolly Roger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Espresso - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hudson's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪4th Avenue Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Explorer Backpackers

Hostel located in Randburg
You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a bar at Explorer Backpackers. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self-service breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Explorer Backpackers include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and soap
  • Communal kitchens, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (ZAR 40 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 60 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • One-time housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Minimum check-in age - 17

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 100.00 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: from approximately ZAR 60 per person
  • Self-parking fee: ZAR 40 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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, debit cards and cash

Property is also known as

Explorer Backpackers Randburg
Explorer Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Explorer Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Randburg

Frequently asked questions

Is Explorer Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Explorer Backpackers?

Self-parking is available for ZAR 40 per day.

What time is check-in at Explorer Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Explorer Backpackers?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Explorer Backpackers located?

Located in Randburg, this hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of 4th Avenue Parkhurst, Johannesburg Botanical Garden and Emmarentia Dam. Zoo Lake Park and Rosebank Mall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Explorer Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

82 external reviews

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