2/10 Terrible
Morne
Jan 30, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Morne
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker
1.0 star property
Hostel near Melrose Arch Shopping Centre in Johannesburg
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Reviews
4.64.6 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Kitchen
- 24/7 front desk
- Laundry
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2193
- Rosebank Mall12 min walk
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre5 min drive
- Sandton City Mall6 min drive
- Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)22 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Johannesburg
Heart of Johannesburg.You'll find Dunkeld West Shopping Centre and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center within 2 miles (3 km) of this hostel. Rosebank Mall and Zoo Lake Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
- Rosebank Mall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
- Johannesburg Zoo - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
- Sandton City Mall - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
- Nelson Mandela Square - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
Getting around
- Johannesburg Sandton Station - 6 min drive
- Rosebank Station - 17 min walk
- O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
- Marble Restaurant - 3 min walk
- Mugg & Bean - 12 min walk
- The Grillhouse - 12 min walk
- Perrier-Jouët Champagne Garden - 11 min walk
- Doppio Zero - 11 min walk
About this property
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker
Hostel near Melrose Arch Shopping Centre in Johannesburg
As a guest of Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Johannesburg hostel.
- 10 guestrooms or units
- Meeting rooms
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Staff is multilingual
- Garden
- BBQ grill(s)
- Outdoor picnic space
- Television in lobby
- Smoking in designated areas
- Microwave in a common area
- Refrigerator in a common area
- Lockers available
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker offers 10 shared accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. These individually furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, Zulu
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
- Playground
- Separate in-room dining area
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Free self parking on site
Things to do
- Outdoor pool
- Playground
- TV in common areas
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No elevator
- Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Blackout drapes
Bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shower
Food and drink
- Separate dining area
- Shared kitchen access
More
- Heating
- Individual furnishings
- Shared accommodations
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [219 Avenue Parktown North]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Towels fee: ZAR 30 per person, per night
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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
Long-term renters welcome
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Long-term renters welcome.
We should mention
- Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
- Alcohol isn't served at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker to the airport?
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker is 25.5 mi (38-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker have an airport shuttle?
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker offers an airport shuttle.
Does Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker offer free breakfast?
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker?
No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Gold Reef City Casino (13-min drive) and Montecasino (13-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM.
Is there free parking at Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker?
This hostel offers free self parking.
Does Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker have a pool?
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker features an outdoor pool.
Does Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hostel.
How close is Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker to downtown Johannesburg?
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker is 4.4 mi away from Johannesburg.
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker Reviews
Reviews
4.6
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 4 reviews
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4.6/10
Cleanliness
5.0/10
Staff & service
2.8/10
Amenities
4.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
2.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Célia Maria
Traveled with partner
Jul 10, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would never wish anyone the experience we had in this placê. It should never be called lodge for backpackers or whatever.. we have never been in a such a placê like this.. despite being in backpackers places in many other countries. Even if it was for free it would be expensive. Unhygienic room and bathroom, the hygien paper nearly to finish and even dirty, toilet leaking water, the shower not heating enough to bê warm as it was Winter. As it was not enough the room was terrible freezing. In some point my husband ask for a bath towel (there was not in the bathroom) the ‘staff’ gave us a small old bath mat..( it would be better say ‘we don’t provide any’ ). Kitchen with no glasses, no cutlery..
At the end as it had too many things to be pointed and staff not receptive at all.. we decide to survive that night and go anywhere else the day next.
Célia Maria
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
4/10 Poor
Lotte Van der
Dec 4, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lotte Van der
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lehto
Business traveler
Apr 10, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Amazing
Lehto
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2020