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  • 5/5 Tim N. 7 years ago on Google
    Great Backpackers Lodge set up to handle groups. Best setting and facilities for Groups and individual travellers .
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John Van Den H. 6 years ago on Google
    Its a great back packer with great service from the staff
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Nicky K. 6 years ago on Google
    Women alone parked outside unsafe. Called the owner Tim who dropped the phone in my ear. Francois who was drunk on arrival and phone is off. Had to sleep in my car alone outside. My luggage is inside!!! Pathetic!!! Disgusted!!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Warren P. 6 years ago on Google
    It is great for backpackers. Not really for two people simply looking a private getaway
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 John O. O. 6 years ago on Google
    The dorm room was ok. Some of the general utilities like utensils and towel could have been cleaner. But with all things considered, good value for money plus helpful staff.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Renier du P. 5 years ago on Google
    Ok for baxkpackers on a shoestring budget NOT ideal for ladies, bussiness travelers or airbnb guests.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Ryan B. 5 years ago on Google
    It was nice
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 lebohang T. 5 years ago on Google
    We had a great Time And the Hosts were so welcoming thank you we had a wonderful time
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thapelo T. 5 years ago on Google
    Wonderful experience
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hletelo R. 5 years ago on Google
    great atmosphere. breakfast buffet is legendary
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sagwadi S. 5 years ago on Google
    Awesome swimming pool and gym. Great food and beautiful garden
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mfihlo S. 5 years ago on Google
    Pretty awesome. Best place to chill out
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Xihluke S. 5 years ago on Google
    Great food
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tina S. 5 years ago on Google
    Good gym, good food, good accomodation and a very good swimming pool
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tirelo M. 6 years ago on Google
    Great, friendly atmosphere. It felt like being in a welcoming home. Francois is an amazing host
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Xikombiso M. 4 years ago on Google
    When we got to Africa's Zoo lodge we were so happy. We as the grade 6s of Holy Rosary School Malamulele hardly slept because of the fun times we had there. We slept in the first three bedrooms where there were the meerkats, zebras and buffaloes. The swimming pool was fab not to mention the food. It was more than tasty. The accommodation, the welcoming arms and the facility. When it was time to leave people didn't wanna leave because they had to let go off their home away from home. That was the saddest part. To the owners of A.Z.L.B I'd like to say thanks for the fab accommodation you showed to us and to everyone who also wants a nice lodge you can always count on A.Z.L.B in Jan Smuts Avenue
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leon G. 10 years ago on Google
    the best lodge in Johannesburg by far, cant be beaten for location ! The Friday braai is legendary! cant wait to return
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dark G. 8 years ago on Google
    Good but not more animals but cool
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Precious H. 5 years ago on Google
    Welcoming environment and cheerful hosts. Thank you for the hospitality. My learners always appreciate the pool more...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tshepo T. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely beautiful space for overnight situations or an actual lil vacation away from it all. Super affordable rooms with toilets and showers well maintained. The swimming pool area has to reclining couches and the greenery of the place makes it so nice and cool. Beautiful photo background opportunities. The staff is nice and friendly and absolutely helpful. The decor is absolutely stunning. I would go back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 SIMPHIWE M. 4 years ago on Google
    It's a very cool, clean and safe place for travellers or even local people who want to spend some time out of their home. Well managed and even offers free wi-fi, gym swimming pool and nice sitting areas. The rooms are clean, well kept and affordable. Will recommend it to anyone.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lionel M. 4 years ago on Google
    This place is gold... I've loved my stay here. Been treated with kindness the manager adelto his assistant are incredible. Very quiet, good wifi, swimming pool that is always clean. highly recommend this gem.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marco S. 4 years ago on Google
    This place is really amazing . The bathrooms are clean, the rooms are clean , the linen is clean and the staff is very friendly . The vibe is nice , it's a great place to come and write if you are a songwriter or just a writer
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sue-Ann T. 1 year ago on Google
    Fabulouse time way back 1996 2 weeks in Joburg did Kwa-Zulu-Natal came back did Zambia & Zambezi river came back did Kruger Park 1.500 miles no Sat Nav,no iPhone no translation App
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Antanence N. 5 years ago on Google
    It's a good lodge and there is good food and there is a swimming and a gym
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Africa Zoo Lodge B. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I liked so much of your praiseworthy celebrity (Original) Gostei tanto da vosa ospedagem agradeso tanto
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Greg F. 6 years ago on Google
    What a great facility! I could hardly believe I was in a backpackers. Staff are super friendly and the meals are world class. Definately recommend this place
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew 5 years ago on Google
    What a wonderful forest oasis in Rosebank. There's a lot of love and creativity going into this place; attention to detail. It is clean, neat and tidy and has a lot of plants and trees making it colorful and irie. And I must mention the nice pool / bar / braai/ dining area. The hosts and staff; Al danto, Jonathan, Mischa and Greg are warm and welcoming and go out of their way to help you. It has a pleasant atmosphere. Be careful scratching the parrot "Lucky Boy's" head and give some love to friendly "Whytie"; the 3 legged black cat. I highly recommend this lodge / backpackers. ***** ;)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Cyrus Y. 2 years ago on Google
    Great environment but they need to replace their bedding otherwise outside you can chill nice

  • 2/5 Ndate M. 2 years ago on Google
    Covid-19 lockdown effects are really visible. The place could use new business to recover.

  • 5/5 Debbie J. 1 year ago on Google
    The place is tranquil clean and peaceful. The property is clean and the gardens are lovely. Johnathan is fantastic and very professional. I feel safe here and always get welcomed back.

  • 1/5 Dino A. 1 year ago on Google
    Dirty corrupt only cash payments. Bad management. Liars. No lease agreements? Must be investigated by sars.

  • 5/5 Langutelani B. 5 years ago on Google
    So good

  • 4/5 Nouhoun Bakary D. 5 years ago on Google
    Zoo Lodge is a very nice place, which I recommend to visitors

  • 5/5 Grant W. 5 years ago on Google
    Good vibes....great people

  • 1/5 Rayonne Takudzwa N. 5 years ago on Google
    It seem to be closed, it looked junky from the outside and I didn't get any response from the gate

  • 3/5 Robin Edward John W. 4 years ago on Google
    It's decent for the price

  • 5/5 Mitchell M. 4 years ago on Google
    Quite

  • 1/5 Rathogwa A. 4 years ago on Google
    Not good for visitors

  • 5/5 Simon G. 4 years ago on Google
    Good place

  • 5/5 WoodRat20sk8 4 years ago on Google
    When even the smallest thing is taken care of, thats how good the service delivery is!!1 Not to mention the hidden Gem factor, lots of greenary,pool and bar area, swimming pool, gym, close to shopping malls, hygien factor is also on point every thing is clean and its very peacful and quiet, you may make a noise and have a goodtime

  • 5/5 Michael H. 5 years ago on Google
    Very welcoming and helpful staff. Surprisingly beautiful garden. I got great tour advice from the manager Greg. Clean and cool decor. Highly recommended

  • 5/5 Tsakani Gladys M. 4 years ago on Google
    It is really nice here I wish l come back back next year

  • 5/5 Gentle b. 3 years ago on Google
    A very nice place for taking out family


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