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Explorer Backpackers

2.0 star property

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Living room
Balcony
A modern kitchen with a central island, three yellow stools, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator with magnets.
A living room with a sofa and cushions, a city skyline mural on the wall, and a wooden floor.
A wall with the word "EXPLORER" and a map of Africa, indicating a location in South Africa.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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27 7th St, Randburg, Gauteng, 2193
  • Place, 4th Avenue Parkhurst
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Johannesburg Botanical Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Emmarentia Dam
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window.

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

A bunk bed room with a wooden floor and a mirror on the wall.

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

A bunk bed room with a wooden floor and a mirror on the wall.

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Johannesburg

Located in Randburg, Explorer Backpackers is adjacent to 4th Avenue Parkhurst and within 2 miles (3 km) of Johannesburg Botanical Garden. This 34-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • 4th Avenue Parkhurst - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Delta Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Johannesburg Botanical Garden - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Emmarentia Dam - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Zoo Lake Park - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Rosebank Station - 12 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 18 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Modena - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Roger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Espresso - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bottega - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Liban Cafe & Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Explorer Backpackers

Guests staying at Explorer Backpackers enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. Self parking is available for ZAR 40 per day. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with access to locker space, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. This hostel also has a communal living room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are also available. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (ZAR 40 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 60 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Desk
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 100.00 per person, per stay

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.

  • Fee for self-serve breakfast: approximately ZAR 60 per person
  • Self parking fee: ZAR 40 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 17
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 for incidental charges and 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.

Property is also known as

Explorer Backpackers Randburg
Explorer Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Explorer Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Randburg

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Explorer Backpackers?

Explorer Backpackers provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Explorer Backpackers?

This hostel is situated in Randburg within a short 1-minute walk of 4th Avenue Parkhurst. You'll also find Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Nelson Mandela Square within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Explorer Backpackers?

Yes, parking is offered for ZAR 40 per day.

Does Explorer Backpackers have a casino at the property?

No, Explorer Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Explorer Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Explorer Backpackers good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar/lounge, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Explorer Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Explorer Backpackers have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Explorer Backpackers offers self-serve breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Explorer Backpackers allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Explorer Backpackers.

Are there connecting rooms at Explorer Backpackers?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How far is the airport from Explorer Backpackers?

The closest major airport to Explorer Backpackers is O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), which is 22.6 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA), which is located 19.3 mi away (52-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Explorer Backpackers?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Explorer Backpackers.