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Shoestrings Airport Lodge

Kempton Park, South Africa
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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2013

I was immediately impressed by the warm friendliness that the owner Rob possessed. It was like having an old friend welcome you into his home. The location, price, and quality/services provided are what made my transition into and from South Africa so comfortable. I was also provided with excellent local advice and information for tourism activities. The overall feeling of... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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28 reviews 28 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2013

Our flight arrived well after midnight, but we were greeted by the extremely friendly owner, Rob, who took us to the hostel. The room was spacious and as it was very hot, Rob brought us a jug of ice water. For what we needed, a cheap but decent place to stay over night near the airport, this was perfect. It... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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3 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 7, 2013

Stopped here on an overnight. Got into the airport super-late yet my very hospitable host Rob picked me up without qualms -for no extra charge. It was a short trip to the hostel. The room was lovely and clean and quiet. Breakfast of cereal, toast and coffee is incredibly included for the cost! The hostel has a really homely feel... More

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solihull
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10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 29, 2012

Stayed here after getting into O R Tambo, was a great location for the airport and had a nice stay, the owner is friendly and you felt safe in the most dangerous city in the world!

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Warsaw, Poland
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

You can find Shoestring stay easy going and run in family atmosphere cause the owner runs the lodge in his house or I owuld say that rather live in lodge with his family. Despite close to airport location area is so quiet and safe in comparison to Josburg city. Once talked to owner you may count on free airport pickups... More

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Maputo, Mozambique
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

i stayed in shoestring ,when i was stayed in jhb for a night,i phoned several backpackers ,and decided on this one ,the price was good and promised me that have internet (i had a vip email to send by that night).on the phone i had been informed was R200 for a single room,i accepted.. when i arrived the room was... More

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Croatia
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30 reviews 30 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2012

Close to airport. Free airport pick up. Friendly and helping owner. Room was basic. Shower area needs some refurbishment.

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Los Angeles, California
2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 19, 2011

I stayed one night in October 2011 before my safari started. I was picked up from the airport after I called and confirmed a time. I booked a single but it must have been slow because I got a 3-bedroom room to myself with a bathroom ensuite. As a solo female traveler, I felt very safe here. Breakfast was cornflakes... More

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New York City, New York
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 11, 2011

BF and I were backpacking and stayed here for a couple nights before our first safari, a few nights between the first and second safari, and for a few nights again after that second one. The owner arranged pick up from the airport and also from the main bus terminal in joburg. He helped us out with finding a place... More

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Sydney, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed August 6, 2011

Booked the hostel after reviewing the testimonials here and thought it would be good. The linen was filthy, as well as the bathroom. Very poor breakfast and far from everything. Will be more careful next time

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Also Known As:
Shoestrings Airport Hotel
Shoestrings Airport Hotel Kempton Park
Address: Kempton Park, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Gauteng > Kempton Park
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Ranked #2 of 12 Specialty lodging in Kempton Park
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