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Hostel Explorer Backpackers

27 7th Street Parkhurst, Johannesburg, 2193 (show map)

9.4

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245 verified reviews

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Hostel Overview

Situated in Johannesburg, 2.3 km from Parkview Golf Club, Explorer Backpackers features accommodation 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 accommodation provides evening entertainment and a concierge service.
At the hostel, the rooms have a desk.
Guests at Explorer Backpackers can enjoy an American breakfast.
You can play table tennis at the accommodation.
Sandton City Mall is 7.2 km from Explorer Backpackers, while Gautrain Sandton Station is 7.4 km from the property. O.R. Tambo International Airport is 28 km away.

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are 24 square metres.

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This bed in dormitory features a private entrance.

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are 16 square metres.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are 22 square metres.

Standard Queen Room - enter dates to see room photos

The double room includes a private bathroom fitted with a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

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Facilities of Explorer Backpackers

General
On-site parking, Parking, Private parking, WiFi everywhere

Activities
Hiking, Table tennis

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Bar

Front-desk/reception area services
24-hour front desk, Concierge service, Express check-in/check-out, Lockers, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out, Tour desk

Common areas
Garden, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area

Entertainment and children services
Evening entertainment, Nightclub/DJ

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Bath, Bathroom, Desk, Extra Long Beds (> 2 metres), Fan, Linen, Private entrance, Shared Bathroom, Shower, Toilet

Last updated: 19 Jan 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

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From 13:00:00 hours

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Untill 12:00:00 hours

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Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

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9.4

Superb

245 verified reviews

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Laone J.

“Beautiful place, amazing experience, lovely connections made!”

8.0

18 Jan 2025

From the moment I arrived, I was met with warmth by the lady at reception. Both the staff and the guests made my first time here an unforgettable experience. Loved the ambience. The games made it easier for us to connect. Priceless experience!

Lysette

“Superb”

10.0

11 Jan 2025

I really enjoyed staying here. The staff are so happy, friendly and accomodating. It’s in a safe location, right off the street full of restaurants and bars, and has a spacious and cosy common area with a fully equipped kitchen. I would stay again.

Hampton

“Memorable”

10.0

04 Jan 2025

Loving it so much that I've decided to extend my stay by another 7 days.

Pierre

“Superb”

10.0

02 Jan 2025

Very nice place with very nice staff always ready to help you. Area very nice, very safe and easy to go

AfricangirlTravels

“Good budget hostel”

7.0

24 Dec 2024

Very good property. Great location. The place is nice ans good setup Staff is awesome Its hip and young.

Elaine

“One of the best hostels ever”

9.0

23 Dec 2024

This is one of the best hostels I’ve stayed at and I think that’s largely because it used to be a house before it was converted into a hostel. The living room area always had people chatting and all of them were friendly and willing to engage in conversation. There is also a kitchen where guests can prepare their meals and a little dining room area where I had many fascinating chats with other travellers. The staff was amazing - shoutout to Thabang who was an attentive and all round fantastic host! He made sure I was comfortable and had everything I needed.

Benjamin

“A convenient gem”

10.0

20 Dec 2024

I've stayed many times, it's located just around the corner from the Jolly Roger bar and close to all the bars & restaurants of the Parkhurst strip. The beds are comfortable & staff welcoming & friendly. There's also a nice lounge and kitchen area. Excellent value for money.

Connie

“Superb”

10.0

19 Dec 2024

Super sociable place. Staff were really friendly and had lots of good suggestions for places to go in Joburg and Cape Town.

Okgonne

“Pretty good.”

8.0

05 Dec 2024

I loved the lounge and dining room set up, it was very welcoming.

Nthati

“It was great and I’ll definitely be coming again!”

8.0

04 Dec 2024

The host was very warm and welcoming, and I met some really great people and had great conversations

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Hostel Explorer Backpackers

27 7th Street Parkhurst, Johannesburg, 2193 (show map)

Hostel Overview

Lock in a great price now and relax with our Price Guardian working for you

Rooms List

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Standard Queen Room - enter dates to see room photos

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Hotel Ratings (Click to select a rating)

“Beautiful place, amazing experience, lovely connections made!”

“Superb”

“Memorable”

“Superb”

“Good budget hostel”

“One of the best hostels ever”

“A convenient gem”

“Superb”

“Pretty good.”

“It was great and I’ll definitely be coming again!”

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