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Located in Johannesburg, 1.4 miles from Parkview Golf Club, Explorer Backpackers has accommodations with free bikes, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property provides evening entertainment and a concierge service. At the hostel, the rooms include a desk. The rooms have bed linen. Guests at Explorer Backpackers can enjoy an American breakfast. You can play table tennis at the accommodation. Sandton City Mall is 4.5 miles from Explorer Backpackers, while Gautrain Sandton Station is 4.6 miles from the property. The nearest airport is O.R. Tambo International Airport, 17 miles from the hostel.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

American

Private Parking Available On Site


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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Johannesburg
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  • Nguyen
    United States of America United States of America
    Quiet at night. Lots of common areas to relax or do some work. Secure and safe neighborhood.
  • Radim
    Sweden Sweden
    The staff is very welcoming and helpful. The place is exceptionally clean. It has a great home-feel. The kitchen is equipped for cooking if needed. It's in a safe location with bars and restaurants nearby. Uber/Bolt was always arriving within a...
  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    Although there's not a lot of reviews, fear not! Modern facilities, premium beds, spacious community areas, upscale neighborhood.

Area info

Amenities of Explorer Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Private Parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Ping-pong
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and charges may apply.
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Fan
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Explorer Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Explorer Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    FAQs about Explorer Backpackers

    • The prices at Explorer Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Explorer Backpackers is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • Explorer Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Ping-pong
      • Evening entertainment
      • Bicycle rental
      • Bar crawls
      • Nightclub/DJ
      • Happy hour

    • Explorer Backpackers is 4.3 miles from the center of Johannesburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.