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Explorer Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel near Rosebank Mall in Johannesburg

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Photo gallery for Explorer Backpackers

Living room
A wall with the word "EXPLORER" and a map of Africa, indicating a location in South Africa.
Balcony
A modern kitchen with a central island, three yellow stools, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator with magnets.
A living room with a sofa and cushions, a city skyline mural on the wall, and a wooden floor.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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27 7th St, Randburg, Gauteng, 2193
  • Place, 4th Avenue Parkhurst
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Delta Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Johannesburg Botanical Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window.

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

A bunk bed room with a wooden floor and a mirror on the wall.

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

A bunk bed room with a wooden floor and a mirror on the wall.

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Johannesburg

Randburg stay.Within half a mile (1 km) of this Randburg hostel, you'll find 4th Avenue Parkhurst and Delta Park. Johannesburg Botanical Garden and Circa Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • 4th Avenue Parkhurst - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Delta Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Johannesburg Botanical Garden - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Emmarentia Dam - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Circa Gallery - 7 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Modena - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Roger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Espresso - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bottega - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Liban Cafe & Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Explorer Backpackers

Hostel near Rosebank Mall in Johannesburg
As a guest of Explorer Backpackers, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Johannesburg hostel.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
Explorer Backpackers offers 34 shared accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (ZAR 40 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 60 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Shared accommodations

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 100.00 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, 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

How close is Explorer Backpackers to the airport?

Explorer Backpackers is 22.6 mi (41-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Explorer Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Explorer Backpackers.

Does Explorer Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Explorer Backpackers, but self-serve breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 60 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Explorer Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Montecasino (15-min drive) and Gold Reef City Casino (15-min drive) are nearby.

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.

Is there free parking at Explorer Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for ZAR 40 per day.

Does Explorer Backpackers have a pool?

Explorer Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Explorer Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Explorer Backpackers to downtown Johannesburg?

Explorer Backpackers is 4.7 mi away from Johannesburg.