Explorer Backpackers
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation27 7th Street Parkhurst, Johannesburg, South AfricaShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, value and location.
9.1528Reviews- Check-in from 1:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at 27 7th Street Parkhurst.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Vibrant Hostel Experience Located in Johannesburg, Explorer Backpackers offers a dynamic stay just 2.3 km from Parkview Golf Club. The property boasts free bikes, private parking, and a lush garden, creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests to enjoy.
Comfortable Accommodation Explorer Backpackers provides well-equipped rooms with cozy amenities, including a desk and bed linen. Guests can unwind in the shared lounge, take advantage of the shared kitchen, and benefit from the 24-hour front desk services.
Exciting Leisure Activities For a fun-filled experience, guests can enjoy free WiFi throughout the property, evening entertainment, and a concierge service. Additionally, the hostel offers an American breakfast each morning and the opportunity to play table tennis on-site.
Ready to experience the vibrant atmosphere at Explorer Backpackers? Book your stay now for an unforgettable adventure!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- 24-hour front desk
- Garden
- Hiking
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Bar
- Tour desk
Rooms
9.1
Top rated
Rated 9.1 out of 10 by 528 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.2
- Service9.7
- Location9.2
- Rooms8.6
- Amenities8.7
- Value9.6
- Food & drink9.2
Guests mention
CleanFriendly staffGood locationValue for money
NongakaSouth AfricaPlece very affordable, quiet and safe...
Staff very helpful..
Nothing
YaraBrazilgostei de tudo, a localização é maravilhosa
perto de muitos restaurantes, lojas e bares
10min de carro da Rosebank.
Super aconchegante, quarto limpo e organizado assim como as demais áreas do hostel!
equipe simpática e…
RaduGermanyVery nice Hostel, lots to do, friendly staff, rooms are clean, free water.
Not enough place to put your things is towels in the bathroom.
Claudio RotondoItalyServizio di lavanderia e asciugatura a soli 3€!
Tutto bene!
Personale molto cordiale. Ottima posizione, a pochi passi da bar, ristoranti e centro commerciale.
CraigUnited KingdomThanks Mr T. Great hostel!
Mr T, his mum and the other staff are very kind and friendly and i particularly enjoyed Mr T's cooking and his efforts to get the guests socializing. One of the best hostels I've been to and i've been to a lot....hope to…
roweUnited KingdomFantastic stay would definitely recommend you stay there!
Friendly staff happy atmosphere
Room was a bit cold at times but the heater provided sorted that out real quick
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
27 7th Street Parkhurst, Johannesburg, South Africa
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 1:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
No children
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Explorer Backpackers
What time is check-in and check-out at Explorer Backpackers?
Check-in is from 1:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Explorer Backpackers allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Explorer Backpackers?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Does Explorer Backpackers have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I check in late at Explorer Backpackers?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 1:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Explorer Backpackers?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Explorer Backpackers?
27 7th Street Parkhurst, Johannesburg.
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