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Explorer Backpackers

2.0 star property
Johannesburg hostel in Randburg with a 24-hour front desk and a bar

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Balcony
Living area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only | Desk, free WiFi
Interior detail

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

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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

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

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
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 41 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

Hostel near Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
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-serve breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Explorer Backpackers include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and soap
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

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

  • Self-serve breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM: ZAR 60 per person
  • 1 bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Lockers available

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property 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-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)

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Explorer Backpackers located?

Located in Randburg, this hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of 4th Avenue Parkhurst, Johannesburg Botanical Garden, and Circa Gallery. Everard Read Gallery and Emmarentia Dam are also within 2 mi (3 km).