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Gemini Backpackers LodgevsMelrose Place Guest Lodge
Gemini Backpackers Lodge and Melrose Place Guest Lodge are both rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Gemini Backpackers Lodge scores slightly higher than Melrose Place Guest Lodge. Gemini Backpackers Lodge comes in at #22 in Johannesburg with praise from 2 publications like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
Gemini Backpackers Lodge
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
1 Van Gelder Road, Johannesburg 2160, South Africa
From $0/night
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Fitness Center
- Free Parking
- Outdoor pool
"This is like a mini-backpackers empire, on rambling grounds with a pub, lounges, a snooker and pool table, a gym, a travel desk, a tennis court and swimming pool, and a huge DVD library...." Full review
"Rambling suburban property near Kew in the northeast of the city. There are dorms, double rooms and all kinds of extras such as a full-sized snooker table, free internet and a rudimentary gym."
Melrose Place Guest Lodge
Lonely Planet
12A North Street, Johannesburg 2196, South Africa
From $28/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
"This very quiet and secluded country-style home is perfect for those who crave space – the rooms open onto expansive gardens and a large swimming pool. It’s well located between Rosebank and Sandton." Full review