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Africa's Zoo Lodge Backpackers

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Description
Hi travellers, welcome to Africa's Zoo Lodge Backpackers.

'YOUR HAVEN IN THE JOHANNESBURG JUNGLE'

We are proud to announce that we are the primary listing for backpacker accommodation in the Johannesburg Northern Suburbs in both the Lonely Planet and Lets Go Guide Books for South Africa.

The Lodge is situated in the lush northern suburbs of Jo'burg and offers you the comforts of home. Within walking distance you will find the shopping and entertainment districts of Rosebank and Hyde Park. Do your banking, go to the movies, treat yourself to a meal at one of the 40 restaurants, or go to a club.

Experience the Great African Curio Market and flea market or stroll to the Zoo get an intro to wildlife, or the Zoo Lake for a romantic row in a boat with your better half.

You may prefer to relax in our treed gardens or take a dip in the swimming pool. Weekend B-B-Q's are the order of the day.

Browse our travel centre where our trained staff can assist you with travel arrangements:- book a day tour, overland trip, accommodation, car hire or transport.
Africa's Zoo Lodge Backpackers Details
 
Number of Beds:20
Bedsheets:Linen included
Towels:Towels are available on request.
Parking:Free parking available.
Airport/Train Pickup:A pick-up service is available against a fee.
Luggage Storage:FREE
Coed Dorm Available:YES
Bathroom in Room:No
Credit Cards Accepted:YES
Nonsmoking Rooms:YES
Smoke-free Commons:YES
Pets Allowed:No
Service Animals OK:YES
Wheelchair Accessible:No
Reservations Accepted:YES
Internet Computers:Pay
Wireless Internet:Pay
Age Range Allowed:Ages 18 - 45
Minimum Stay:1 night
Maximum Stay:Unlimited
Lockout:No Lockout
Curfew:No Curfew
Checkout:10 AM (10:00)
Reception Hours:07:00 - 22:00
Membership Required:No
Open Dates:Open throughout the year.
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Location/Contact
Address233A Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg (Parktown North), Gauteng, South Africa
Location•We are located in the lush Northern Suburbs, 7km from the city centre and one of the safest suburbs in Jo'burg. The bus and train stations are only ten minutes away by car for those wishing to travel on. Jan Smuts Avenue is the main transport route running north-south through Jo'burg with buses that stop on our doorstep. You can make use of our in-house transport or take a taxi to many of the nearby attractions.
• Africa's Zoo Lodge is located in Parktown North, in the Rosebank area. We are within walking distance to shops, banks, restaurants, pubs, cinemas, clubs etc.
• From Cape Town:- Follow the N1 to and then onto the N12 in the direction Witbank and Johannesburg. Turn onto the M1 North. At the junction with the M2 head in the direction Sandton / Pretoria. Take the 3rd off ramp, Jan Smuts Avenue. Turn left at the 1st traffic light. Pass through 9 traffic lights. From the 9th traffic lights we are 400m further along on the left hand side No. 233A Jan Smuts Avenue.
• From Durban:- Follow the N3 to Johannesburg and turn onto the M2 West which runs south of the city which you will see on your right hand side. Turn onto the M1 North, direction Sandton / Pretoria. Take the 3rd off ramp, Jan Smuts Avenue. Turn left at the 1st traffic light. Pass through 9 traffic lights. From the 9th traffic lights we are 400m further along, on the left hand side No. 233A Jan Smuts Avenue.
• From Nelspruit:- Follow the N4 and onto the N12 direction Johannesburg. Follow the signs to Johannesburg centre onto the N3 and then onto the M2 East. Turn onto the M1 North, direction Sandton/Pretoria. Take the 3rd off ramp, Jan Smuts Avenue. Turn left at the 1st traffic light. Pass through 9 traffic lights. From the 9th traffic lights we are 400m further along, on the left hand side No. 233A Jan Smuts Avenue.
• From Pretoria:- Follow the N1 to Johannesburg and turn onto the M1 South. Take the Glenhove off ramp. Turn right at the traffic lights, pass over the highway and through 5 traffic lights. Turn right at the 6th into Jan Smuts Avenue. Pass through 3 traffic lights and we are 400m further along on the left hand side. No. 233A Jan Smuts Avenue.
Websitewww.zoolodge.co.za
Telephone+27 (0) 11 880 5108
Fax+27 (0) 11 880 5655
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Hostelz.com Guest Reviews
1  The place had no security, bedbugs, high theft (forget leaving any food anywhere in the kitchen) and the others staying there were mainly underemployed locals, a few of whom had serious drug issues.  ()
4  We've been at the Zoo Lodge on and off over the last five years and love it. We have recommended it to HEAPS of people and will continue to do so. Thanks to Greg and all the staff there for making our stay enjoyable. Love it...keep it up.  ()

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