1322 Arcadia Street, Hatfield, 0028 Pretoria, South Africa
#30 of 77 hotels in Pretoria
Guests' ChoiceBased on 72 hostel reviews
8.3Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.1
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.5
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Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Matthew
United KingdomNo onside food, but easy to get food delivered
Nice pool, good bar, great friendly helpful staff, quiet, safe good area, close to shops. First time as a foreigner in South Africa.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Babalwa
South AfricaNothing
Privacy
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Mhiliwa
South AfricaNothing personal
The environment is amazing and cool
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Andy
United KingdomNo locker for passport etc and very low bunk beds, couldnt sit up on lower bunk
Good wifi, good quiet location yet close to shops and train station, good kitchen and area to dry your washing
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 September 2023
John
South AfricaNA
Room spacious, staff friendly and the property clean.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 7 August 2023
Chamisa
South AfricaI wish there was a dresser or something for easier/neater storage during our stay. And just a surface to eat off of.
Quite peaceful. Feels like a little getaway from the buzz of the city. Landscaping is real nice. The room was very clean and neat. No personal microwave and such but there's this nice kinda outdoor kitchen situation. The private bathroom was also very nice and clean. And the owner(?) Marcel was just a wonderful human being. Wouldn't hesitate to go back there.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 June 2023
Alexander
South AfricaThe shower is not enough could be because of the Solar during load-shedding They should add small working tables in the rooms
They offered breakfast They are very friendly I love the customer treatment it's so welcoming I love the pool table and the bar They use solar panels in case of load-shedding or power cuts
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 11 April 2023
Apfeswaho
South AfricaThe timing of breakfast as well as Manner of so workers
Not much of a choice when coming to breakfast just the usual, location is so visible even a blind person would walk you in😄
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 23 March 2023
Gontse
South AfricaThe access into facility.
The location is ideal. in the heart of Hatfield.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 1 March 2023
Thebehali
LesothoSegregation between Africans and Caucasians
For the stuff to be more interactive
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 27 February 2023
Llewellyn
South AfricaNothing really
both pools, the bar was a nice touch, thanks for the wifi, hospitality was amazing
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 19 February 2023
Samukelo
South AfricaThe shower was cold with low pressure
Calmness and a bit of outdoor experience
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 16 February 2023
Joy
South AfricaThe ants,lol,but when I was there they were busy refurbishing all the units with tiles so that will drastically improve the units.The solar geysers when it rains do not produce any hot water so that might be something to look at.
The atmosphere and the welcoming staff.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 6 February 2023
Naome
South AfricaLoadshedding.
The breakfast on the house.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 3 July 2022
Krishna
South AfricaThe owner was very friendly.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 28 March 2022
Irina
GermanyThere was a lot of noise when turn on/off water in the shower and the sink.
An interesting hostel with thematic bungalows representing different peoples of South Africa. Each bungalow is equipped with all the essentials and has interesting wooden design. The hostel has an area to park your car and overall feels safe.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Mabaso
South AfricaThere is nothing I didn't like.
The location is super convenient for a first timer in Pretoria and the staff were friendly. Having a pool was awesome as I could get in a workout.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Sandile
South AfricaShops are a bit far, make sure you pass by the mall, grab somethings and chill. Otherwise if you are lazy to walk, you will starve.
Great and clean location. Safe although it is a good exercise to go to shops which is a nearby mall but it's a good area with lots of shade from the trees if you have to walk in the Pretoria heat. Otherwise I would recommend it as one of the best. Only that they need to stock the bar instead of walking all the way just to grab 1 or 2 drinks.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Nicole
United StatesLoved everything!
The staff was friendly and extremely attentive. I was happy to receive a room upgrade when I arrived. The location was in a nice, quiet neighborhood. It was great hanging out by the pool chatting with the other guest. I would certainly return and highly recommend this establishment.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Olivier
FranceNothing
Everything
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 September 2023
Ashley
South AfricaThere was nothing not to like really...
The place is exceptionally tranquil giving room to relax. The staff really feels like home and the environment is totally welcoming!!!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 2 September 2023
Nontando
South AfricaNothing
I found myself in a predicament last night where I was without any means of transportation, but fortunately, I stumbled upon 1322 Backpackers and what an absolute gem! The peaceful and immaculate ambiance coupled with the friendly and helpful staff added to the experience. One of the highlights for me was the opportunity to make my own breakfast - such a unique concept that I truly appreciated. All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at 1322 Backpackers.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 June 2023
Radebe
South AfricaThe staff was very helpful and kind, I really enjoyed staying there.The best backpack I’ve been to.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 19 June 2023
Mbongwa
South AfricaI love this place so much!
Stayed in June 2023
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