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Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker

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A rectangular swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a concrete wall.
A building with large windows and a brick-paved courtyard.
A spacious room with a round wooden table, leather sofas, and a chandelier.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a tiled floor, a stove, and a window with bars.
An outdoor patio area with brick flooring, several tables and chairs, and a central decorative planter.

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2193
  • Place, Circa Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rosebank Mall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a window, and a framed picture on the wall.

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A single bed with a beige bedspread and pillows, a headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a window, and a framed picture on the wall.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a tiled floor.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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A single bed with a beige bedspread and pillows, a headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Johannesburg

Located within a 5-minute walk of Circa Gallery, Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker is within a mile (2 km) of Dunkeld West Shopping Centre. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free self parking, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
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What's nearby

  • Circa Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Rosebank Mall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dunkeld West Shopping Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Hyde Park Corner - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 6 min drive
  • Rosebank Station - 17 min walk
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Proud Mary - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Marble Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪tashas Cafe - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker

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, just steps from Circa Gallery. 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker?

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.

Does Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker have connecting rooms available?

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 at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker.

Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 5 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lehto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Morne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bedding smelled weird, the bathrooms are in horrible condition and the the security is non-existent. Weird people kept knocking on my door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Célia Maria

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Lotte Van der

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021