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Situated in Johannesburg, 2.3 km from Parkview Golf Club, Explorer Backpackers features accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a concierge service. At the hostel, the rooms have a desk. All rooms have bed linen. An American breakfast is available each morning at Explorer Backpackers. You can play table tennis at the accommodation. Sandton City Mall is 7.2 km from Explorer Backpackers, while Gautrain Sandton Station is 7.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is O.R. Tambo International Airport, 28 km from the hostel.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

American

Private parking available on-site


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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Johannesburg
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Niilo
    Finland Finland
    +Clean +SAFE +Friendly OBS - cozy and silent rooms, e x c e p t if you're around in the weekends. There are busy bars around the bass of the music filters in to the room slightly, but manageably
  • Maisie
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    The bathroom, kitchen and bedroom are generaly very clean. There is access to paid laundry and the host and staff are very fun n friendy.
  • Gaspard
    France France
    Very nice location in Parkhurst (nice neighbourhood where you can walk safely during the day). Very nice staff, very clean and comfortable bedroom. Perfect!

Property surroundings

Facilities of Explorer Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Private parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and charges may be applicable.
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Fan
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Explorer Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 13:00 to 20:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 12:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Explorer Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    FAQs about Explorer Backpackers

    • Check-in at Explorer Backpackers is from 13:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • The prices at Explorer Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Explorer Backpackers is 4.3 miles from the centre of Johannesburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Explorer Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Table tennis
      • Evening entertainment
      • Bicycle rental
      • Pub crawls
      • Nightclub/DJ
      • Happy hour