Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker

1.0 star property
Suburban hostel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave
Individually furnished, blackout drapes, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

4.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2193
  • Place, Rosebank Mall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandton City Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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 Rosebank Mall and Dunkeld West Shopping Centre. 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
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Sandton City Mall - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Sandton Convention Centre - 7 min drive - 4.8 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
  • ‪Proud Mary - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Grillhouse - ‬12 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 access to locker space and dry cleaning/laundry. 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Towels fee: ZAR 30 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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.

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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.

Is there parking available 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, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker.