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Sandton SunvsGemini Backpackers Lodge
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Gemini Backpackers Lodge ranks marginally better than Sandton Sun. Gemini Backpackers Lodge scores 72 with endorsements from 2 sources like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
Sandton Sun
Fodor's
Cnr Fifth & Alice Lane, Sandton 2146, South Africa
From $141/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "One of the first luxury hotels to open in Sandton, the Sun has a very upmarket designer African feel." Full review
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
Lonely Planet "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
Rough Guide "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."
