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Situated in Johannesburg, 2.4 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. safe neighbourhood, comfy beds, lovely staff

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8.8
Fabulous
422 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

Offering accommodation in Johannesburg, CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg has a splash pool, BBQ facilities and a bar. The property offers bicycles for guests to rent. There is also a games room and free parking for guests.

The hostel is 9 km from Gold Reef City & Casino, and 5 km from Rhodes Park. Nelson Mandela Square is 16 km from CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg, while OR Tambo Airport is 21 km away. Super nice private room, with clean bathroom etc. A really relaxing time at the hostel 🦦❤️ Very good buffet breakfast. THE HOSTEL IS SAFE AND SECURED! Don’t panic or worry

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8
Very good
908 reviews
Price from
US$76
per night

Set in Johannesburg, 3.2 km from Parkview Golf Club, Melville House offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free 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 hostel provides garden views and a barbecue. I enjoyed my stay, there was a young men I didn't get his name he is wearing Glasses, he is welcoming and very kind I was hoping to see him when I was leaving but I didn't, please send my regards to him and Thanks.

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6.5
Review score
203 reviews
Price from
US$45
per night

Rosebank Hostel is situated in the Rosebank district in Johannesburg, 1 km from Rosebank Mall and 1.7 km from Hyde Park Shopping Centre.

Rosebank Hostel features free WiFi. Certain rooms have a private bathroom fitted with a shower, while others have access to a shared bathroom. Bed linen is provided. Relaxed atmosphere, beautiful grounds. Very well situated in Rosebank. Place is kept clean and staff are friendly and professional. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.

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5.6
Review score
135 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

Situated in Johannesburg, 7.8 km from Sandton City Mall, Fernrez@363 features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Located around 8 km from Gautrain Sandton Station, the hostel with free WiFi is also 8.9 km away from Montecasino. Guests can enjoy African and German dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. Good for price and friendly host.

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6.4
Review score
184 reviews
Price from
US$12
per night

All units in the hostel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, rooms at Kilimanjaro Lodge Bed & Breakfast also provide guests with a city view. The rooms will provide guests with a microwave. The place was clean and had clean fresh towels.

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7.3
Good
7 reviews
Price from
US$42
per night

Well set in the Sandton district of Johannesburg, Central Sandton Rooms Nowifi is set 1.2 km from Sandton City Mall, 9.2 km from Parkview Golf Club and 13 km from Modderfontein Golf Club. The property is situated 13 km from Montecasino, 13 km from Johannesburg Stadium and 14 km from Observatory Golf Club. The property is non-smoking and is located less than 1 km from Gautrain Sandton Station.

Guest rooms in the hostel are equipped with a kettle. All units at Central Sandton Rooms Nowifi are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen.

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1
Review score
1 reviews
Price from
US$33
per night

Situated in Johannesburg and with Gold Reef City Casino reachable within 6.4 km, Glenanda Hotel features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is located 6.6 km from Apartheid Museum, 6.9 km from Gold Reef City and 12 km from Johannesburg Stadium. Observatory Golf Club is 15 km away and Parkview Golf Club is 16 km from the hostel.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
US$39
per night

Conveniently located in the Rosebank district of Johannesburg, Casa De Amor Rosebank is set 3.4 km from Parkview Golf Club, 5.2 km from Sandton City Mall and 5.4 km from Gautrain Sandton Station. The property is situated 8.2 km from Johannesburg Stadium, 8.8 km from Observatory Golf Club and 14 km from Gold Reef City Casino. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and currency exchange for guests.

Apartheid Museum is 14 km from the hostel, while Gold Reef City is 14 km away. O.R. Tambo International Airport is 26 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Biggest scam, the location on booking.com is different from the one they sent on the app. Try to call them there is an auto recorded answer. Never waste your money

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4.1
Review score
13 reviews
Price from
US$52
per night

Offering free WiFi throughout the property, a sun terrace with a swimming pool, garden and shared lounge, Johannesburg Youth Hostel is set in Johannesburg. Providing barbecue facilities, the property is located within 6.3 km of Sandton City Mall. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. Everything was excellent, from service to room condition

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5.9
Review score
43 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

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