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Explorer Backpackers

2.0 star property
Johannesburg hostel with bar/lounge

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Balcony
Desk, free WiFi
Living area
Living room
Interior detail

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
In Randburg, Explorer Backpackers offers a charming retreat with a lush garden and lively bar. Relax in the evenings, connect to WiFi in your room or grab some essentials from the laundry facilities. Previous guests loved their stay here.

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (10)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Lockers available

Feel at home (5)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Self parking (surcharge)

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

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

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

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

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only | Desk, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
27 7th St, Randburg, Gauteng, 2193

What's nearby

  • Rosebank Mall - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Johannesburg Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Sandton City Mall - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 9 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 41 min drive
  • Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA) - 52 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 18 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kolonaki Greek Kouzina - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Jolly Roger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Espresso - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪4th Avenue Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Blockman - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Explorer Backpackers

When you stay at Explorer Backpackers, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Nelson Mandela Square. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and self-serve breakfast is available daily. Also, this hostel is within a short drive of Sandton City Mall.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 34 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 17
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 17
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (ZAR 40 per day)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Self-serve breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

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

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Shared accommodations

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: ZAR 100.00 per person, per stay

Optional extras

  • Self-serve breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 60 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Self parking costs ZAR 40 per day

Policies

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Explorer Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Explorer Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Explorer Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Explorer Backpackers?

Yes. Self parking costs ZAR 40 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Explorer Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Explorer Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Montecasino (15-min drive) and Gold Reef City Casino (15-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Explorer Backpackers and nearby?

Explorer Backpackers has a garden.

What's the area around Explorer Backpackers like?

Explorer Backpackers is located on the Strip in Randburg, a short 1-minute walk from 4th Avenue Parkhurst.

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Explorer Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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