2/10 Terrible
Morne
Jan 30, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Morne
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker
1.0 star property
Suburban hostel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool
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Reviews
4.64.6 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Business services
- Laundry
- 24/7 front desk
Explore the area
217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2193
- Rosebank MallPlace, Rosebank Mall12 min walk
- The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping CenterPlace, The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center13 min walk
- Dunkeld West Shopping CentrePlace, Dunkeld West Shopping Centre17 min walk
- Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)21 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Double or Twin Room
Double or Twin Room
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood
Johannesburg
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker places you within a mile (2 km) of Dunkeld West Shopping Centre and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free self parking, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
What's nearby
- Rosebank Mall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
- The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
- Dunkeld West Shopping Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
- Hyde Park Corner - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
- Johannesburg Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
Getting around
- Johannesburg Sandton Station - 6 min drive
- Rosebank Station - 17 min walk
- O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
- Marble Restaurant - 3 min walk
- Mugg & Bean - 12 min walk
- Proud Mary - 14 min walk
- The Grillhouse - 12 min walk
- MiBar Martini - 7 min walk
About this property
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker
Suburban hostel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool
At Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities.
Relax with a rainfall shower. Dining areas are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Free self parking on site
Things to do
- Outdoor pool
- Playground
- TV in common areas
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
- Playground
- Separate in-room dining area
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Lockers
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
Guest services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Multilingual staff
Business services
- Meeting rooms
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Picnic area
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No elevator
- Well-lit path to entrance
More
- Communal living room
- Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Blackout drapes
Bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shower
Food and drink
- Separate dining area
- Shared kitchen access
More
- Heating
- Individual furnishings
- Shared accommodations
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [219 Avenue Parktown North]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets or service animals
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
- Towels fee: ZAR 30 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 credit card, debit card, or 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
Long-term renters welcome
- Check-in: noon—-10 PM
- Check-out: 10 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- Long-term renters welcome.
- No alcohol is served at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker.
- There are no elevators.
- No cribs or infant beds are available.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What is there to do close to Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker?
This hostel is located in Johannesburg, a short 18-minute walk from Rosebank Mall and also 16 minutes on foot from Dunkeld West Shopping Centre. You'll also find Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Nelson Mandela Square within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.
Does Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker feature a casino at the property?
No, Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker doesn't have a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker?
No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
Is Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as an outdoor pool and a garden.
Does Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker have a hot tub?
No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.
Does Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?
No, Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.
Does Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker.
Are there connecting rooms at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.
Where is the closest airport to Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker?
The closest major airport to Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker is O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), which is 25.5 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA), which is located 19.6 mi away (30-minute drive).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker?
No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker.
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker Reviews
Reviews
4.6
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4.6/10
Cleanliness
5.0/10
Staff & service
2.8/10
Amenities
4.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
2.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Célia Maria
Traveled with partner
Jul 10, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would never wish anyone the experience we had in this placê. It should never be called lodge for backpackers or whatever.. we have never been in a such a placê like this.. despite being in backpackers places in many other countries. Even if it was for free it would be expensive. Unhygienic room and bathroom, the hygien paper nearly to finish and even dirty, toilet leaking water, the shower not heating enough to bê warm as it was Winter. As it was not enough the room was terrible freezing. In some point my husband ask for a bath towel (there was not in the bathroom) the ‘staff’ gave us a small old bath mat..( it would be better say ‘we don’t provide any’ ). Kitchen with no glasses, no cutlery..
At the end as it had too many things to be pointed and staff not receptive at all.. we decide to survive that night and go anywhere else the day next.
Célia Maria
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
4/10 Poor
Lotte Van der
Dec 4, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lotte Van der
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lehto
Business traveler
Apr 10, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Amazing
Lehto
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2020