Title: Urban Backpackers - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Urban Backpackers Travelers soak in Johannesburg's urban energy from the rooftop terrace while planning adventures with helpful services at their fingertips ## Photo gallery for Urban Backpackers ![Terrace/patio - Urban Backpackers (Johannesburg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33410700/33410695/826c95b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Urban Backpackers (Johannesburg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33410700/33410695/68391bd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Urban Backpackers (Johannesburg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33410700/33410695/c88f7eda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Urban Backpackers (Johannesburg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33410700/33410695/98f3c601.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, free WiFi - Urban Backpackers (Johannesburg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33410700/33410695/e7670ff0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Urban Backpackers combines city exploration with downtime on their rooftop terrace overlooking Johannesburg CBD. 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[Visit our Johannesburg travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Johannesburg.dx6051471) [View more Hostels in Johannesburg](https://www.expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hostels.d6051471-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-26.20786%2C28.04536&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rSTNv8xi3lxbx5Dp63-ip843H1c=) 100 Anderson Street, Marshalltown, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2001 ### What's nearby - ![Cityscape of Johanesburg, South Africa From a Grassy Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532404910/7f2b5b1c-3ab4-474b-acc2-07cec92a634c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Johannesburg City Hall 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Carlton Centre 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Rissik Street Post Office 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - 1 Fox 18 min walk \- 1.6 km - Ellis Park Stadium 3 min drive \- 3.0 km ### Getting around - Ellis Park Station 6 min drive - Johannesburg Park Station 19 min walk - O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - CafĂ©@50 7 min walk - Capello Carlton Centre 4 min walk - KFC 7 min walk - Falcon Peak Spur Steak Ranch 5 min walk - Chicken Licken 6 min walk ## About this property ### Urban Backpackers Hostel near Gold Reef City Casino Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a restaurant, and a snack bar/deli at Urban Backpackers. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Bike rentals, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Urban Backpackers offer amenities such as free WiFi. 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Food and drink - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Cafe Noir ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## 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 Pets not allowed (service animals 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### Property is also known as Urban Backpackers Hotel Johannesburg Urban Backpackers Hotel Urban Backpackers Johannesburg Urban Backpackers Hostel Johannesburg Urban Backpackers Hostel Urban Backpackers Johannesburg Urban Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Urban Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Johannesburg ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Urban Backpackers pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Urban Backpackers? ### What time is check-out at Urban Backpackers? ### Where is Urban Backpackers located? ## Have a question? 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