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Explorer Backpackers

2.0 star property

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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.
Interior detail

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • 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 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Desk, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Desk, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Johannesburg

Explorer Backpackers places you steps from 4th Avenue Parkhurst and within a 10-minute stroll of Delta Park. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .At the hostel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Self-service breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Randburg hostel include Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Nelson Mandela Square.
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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
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Modena - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Roger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Espresso - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hudson's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Station Parkhurst - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Explorer Backpackers

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
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
Explorer Backpackers offers 34 shared accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

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

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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)
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Communal living room
  • 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 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.

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-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)

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

What is the cancellation policy at Explorer Backpackers?

Explorer Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Explorer Backpackers?

Yep, Explorer Backpackers has a self car park for ZAR 40 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Does Explorer Backpackers serve breakfast?

You bet, self-service brekkie is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Explorer Backpackers?

No, Explorer Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Explorer Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Explorer Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.