Urban Backpackers
1.5 star property
Hostel near Gold Reef City Casino in Johannesburg
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Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Housekeeping
- 24/7 front desk
Explore the area

100 Anderson Street, Marshalltown, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2001
- Carlton CentrePlace, Carlton Centre5 min walk
- Johannesburg City HallPlace, Johannesburg City Hall7 min walk
- 1 FoxPlace, 1 Fox2 min drive
- Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)23 min drive
Room options
Standard Double Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Standard Twin Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Twin Bed
Standard Triple Room
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Twin Bed
Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Comfort Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Business Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Classic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood
Johannesburg
Johannesburg CBD stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Johannesburg CBD hostel, you'll find Carlton Centre and Rissik Street Post Office. Also, Johannesburg City Hall is within half a mile (1 km) and Arts on Main is within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
- Carlton Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
- Johannesburg City Hall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Rissik Street Post Office - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- 1 Fox - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
- Newtown Junction Mall - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
Getting around
- Ellis Park Station - 6 min drive
- Johannesburg Park Station - 19 min walk
- O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
- Café@50 - 7 min walk
- Capello Carlton Centre - 4 min walk
- KFC - 7 min walk
- Chicken Licken - 6 min walk
- Burger King - 3 min walk
About this property
Urban Backpackers
Hostel near Gold Reef City Casino in Johannesburg
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Urban Backpackers also features a rooftop terrace and concierge services.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Johannesburg hostel.
- Deli
- Terrace on the roof
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Concierge
- Smoking in designated areas
- Dining venue
Rooms open to balconies. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Food and drink
- A restaurant
- Snack bar/deli
Things to do
- Bicycle rentals
Accessibility
- No elevator
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Shared bathroom
- Shower
More
- Desk
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
- Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.
Important information
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
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.
We should mention
- Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Urban Backpackers to the airport?
Urban Backpackers is 16.4 mi (25-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Urban Backpackers have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Urban Backpackers.
Does Urban Backpackers offer free breakfast?
Urban Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Urban Backpackers?
No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Gold Reef City Casino (7-min drive) and Emperors Palace Casino (21-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Urban Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Urban Backpackers?
Free parking is not available at this hostel.
Does Urban Backpackers have a pool?
Urban Backpackers does not have a pool.
Does Urban Backpackers have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
Does Urban Backpackers have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hostel.
How close is Urban Backpackers to downtown Johannesburg?
Urban Backpackers is 0.3 mi away from Johannesburg.