The Birches Backpackers Lodge

39 Anton Van Wouw Street, Franklin Roosevelt Park, Johannesburg, South Africa, Distance from city centre: 8.4km

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The Birches Backpackers is situated in the forest-like northern suburbs of Johannesburg. The backpackers is within easy access to bus routes, taxis and the underground train. There are restaurants, shops, cinemas, the theatre and opera, golf and mini-golf, wildlife and nature reserves, museums, airports, parks and business areas within close proximity.We offer comfortable rooms in a tranquil setting. Wi-Fi available. There are self-help tea and coffee-making facilities fridge and microwave. A braai/barbecue area is next the pool.Enjoy the beautiful swimming pool on those hot summer days. This is truly a friendly backpacker haven for the young and the young at heart and spirit. The garden is a beautiful retreat for some much-needed relaxation.Please note:Cancellation Policy: 3 days before arrivalCheck In: 2.00 pm until 9.00 pm Check Out: until 9.00 am(please contact Lodge management for later arrivals or departures)Taxes are included.Breakfast is not included.If special dietary requirements are needed, please contact the Lodge to see if we are able to cater for those.Payment upon arrival:Mastercard, Visa, EC, Maestro accepted, Cash only in ZAR (South African Rands), NO foreign currencyWe regret no children under 16 years can be accommodated.

The Birches Backpackers is situated in the forest-like northern suburbs of Johannesburg. The backpackers is within easy access to bus routes, taxis and the underground train. There are restaurants, shops, cinemas, the theatre and opera, golf and mini-golf, wildlife and nature reserves, museums, airports, parks and business areas within close proximity.We offer comfortable rooms in a tranquil setting. Wi-Fi available. There are self-help tea and coffee-making facilities fridge and microwave. A braai/barbecue area is next the pool.Enjoy the beautiful swimming pool on those hot summer days. This is truly a friendly backpacker haven for the young and the young at heart and spirit. The garden is a beautiful retreat for some much-needed relaxation.
Prices are per person per night.

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Hostel Facilities
  • BBQ
  • Bicycle parking
  • Breakfast not included
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Wifi
  • Hot Showers
  • Linen Included
  • Meals Available
  • Meeting Room
  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • Outdoor Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
  • Towels For Hire
Cancellation Policy
This property has a 3 day cancellation policy. Failure to cancel within this time will result in a cancellation charge equal to the first night of your stay.
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Please note:Cancellation Policy: 3 days before arrivalCheck In: 2.00 pm until 9.00 pm Check Out: until 9.00 am(please contact Lodge management for later arrivals or departures)Taxes are included.Breakfast is not included.If special dietary requirements are needed, please contact the Lodge to see if we are able to cater for those.Payment upon arrival:Mastercard, Visa, EC, Maestro accepted, Cash only in ZAR (South African Rands), NO foreign currencyWe regret no children under 16 years can be accommodated.

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For directions from the International airports, train or bus terminals, request directions from the lodge.For road travellers, from the N3 highway, take the Beyers Naude Drive off-ramp and proceed in Beyers Naude Drive for approximately 8 km in the direction of Johannesburg City Centre, south. At the intersection of Mendelsohn Road, turn left and immediately right onto Anton von Wouw Street. Proceed about 500 m down the road, and number 39 will be on the right-hand side.GPS:Latitude: 26 08 53 SDecimal: 26.1473386733269 Longitude: 27 59 16 E Decimal: 27.9874670505524

Located Near

In the heart of the world's largest man made forest, the Lodge is about 15 km from the central city.The Rosebank railway station is an easy 6 km in Rosebank, and Sandton station about 8 km away, both in big retail shopping and entertainment districts.The Johannesburg Botanical Gardens are 1.5 km away, nearest banks & ATMs 500m from the Lodge.Medical TouristsThe EYE Hospital, Milpark, Rosebank hospitals are close - we provide a safe, quiet base and assistance with transport arrangements

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