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Browse Select Johannesburg Hostels

Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker
1.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, 2 reviews
"Amazing "
The price is ฿664
฿763 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker
Fourways Boarding Hostel
1.0 star property
2.0 out of 10, 2 reviews
The price is ฿632
฿727 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Fourways Boarding Hostel
CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, 38 reviews
"It was a good stay, great stuff and super helpful. Great vibe if you wanna party or just chill and drink at the bar. "
The price is ฿1,229
฿1,413 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel
Orlando West Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
4.8 out of 10, 6 reviews
"Nous avons séjourné ici afin d'approcher la culture et l'histoire sud africaine, ce que nous avons retrouvé auprès des propriétaires des lieux. Nous étions 2 adultes et 2 enfants en bas âges. Les grandes et les petits on trouvé leur place, même dans le tuk tuk auprès de madi pour faire un tour de quartier! venez y c'est génial !!"
Orlando West Guest House - Hostel
Rosebank Boarding Hostel
1.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, 3 reviews
"For the price it works and is safe and clean and in a wonderful location walking distance to Rosebank mall"
The price is ฿640
฿736 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Rosebank Boarding Hostel
Accoustix Backpackers Lodge
1.0 star property
5.4 out of 10, 6 reviews
"All was OK, especially the very good swimming pool and the really very nice well kept garden, thanks to the property's dedicated grounds keeper, but the kitchen needs to be restocked with more cooking wares and specially drinking glasses as there were none of these at all.."
The price is ฿606
฿696 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Accoustix Backpackers Lodge
Randburg Boarding Hostel
1.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, 5 reviews
"Tive problema quanto ao endereço que está ou estava errado no site. Quanto a limpeza, piscina e equipe foram boas."
Randburg Boarding Hostel
Fourways Youth Hostel
1.5 star property
2.0 out of 10, 1 review
The price is ฿753
฿866 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Fourways Youth Hostel
Elsje's Country Inn - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 4 reviews
"All that is necessary without expensive frills that one hardly uses."
The price is ฿1,738
฿2,002 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Elsje's Country Inn - Hostel
Fourways Backpackers Lodge
1.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, 10 reviews
"It was clean and there was a friendly welcome. The place is safe and quiet. "
Fourways Backpackers Lodge
Sleek Student Hostel
1.0 star property
Sleek Student Hostel
Johannesburg Youth Hostel
1.0 star property
Johannesburg Youth Hostel
Johannesburg Boarding Hostel
1.0 star property
2.0 out of 10, 2 reviews
"Firstly, the address advertised as well as the photographs of the accomodation are and is not the address of the actual "hostel. " There is no transportation to the actual address on Jan Smuts rd where you find out that you will be staying UPON ARRIVAL.. The cleanliness of the rooms are at best disgusting. No toilet paper is the tip of the iceberg. There are naked woman walking the halls with numerous "visitors" coming in and out. The owner\manager is impossible to get hold of. Disgraceful....
Johannesburg Boarding Hostel
Lion's Den Backpackers
2.0 star property
Lion's Den Backpackers
Urban Backpackers
1.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, 11 reviews
"Well ot wasnt really as the picture i had seen made it to look like but it was nice. Clean rooms amd beds, overall a satifactory enviroment"
Urban Backpackers
Pretoria Backpackers
2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, 10 reviews
"Not interesteing"
Pretoria Backpackers
Blue Moon Backpackers
1.0 star property
Blue Moon Backpackers
Diamond Diggers Backpackers
2.0 star property
5.0 out of 10, 2 reviews
"The staff are friendly and accommodating. Clean room. "
Diamond Diggers Backpackers
Naledi backpackers
1.0 star property
Naledi backpackers
Umgwezi Lodge And Backpackers
2.0 star property
Umgwezi Lodge And Backpackers
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Other property types in Johannesburg

BlackBrick Sandton Two
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 36 reviews
"Nice place to stay!"
The price is ฿1,710
฿1,966 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
BlackBrick Sandton Two
The Capital on Bath
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 131 reviews
"I would highly recommend this place, the staff were courteous and helpful, the place was excellent to stay. Has air con and back up power which made the stay more comfortable. Keep up the good work. "
The price is ฿2,446
฿2,813 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
The Capital on Bath
The Leonardo
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 23 reviews
"Beautiful, large room with patio with great views. Rooftop bar was also very nice."
The price is ฿10,252
฿11,790 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
The Leonardo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Johannesburg Hostels information

Number of reviews
102
Accommodation
27 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿606
Highest Price
฿1,738

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Johannesburg?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for exploring. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its museums and entertainment venues.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but they have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
How many hostels will I be able to find in Johannesburg?
If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Johannesburg, one of Expedia’s 29 hostels could be a great option.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Johannesburg?
Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and October, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Johannesburg is 799 mm.
What is there to see and do in Johannesburg?
In general, Johannesburg is known for its safari tours, football matches and museums. Major attractions include Montecasino. Get out into nature with places such as Johannesburg Botanical Garden, Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden and Krugersdorp Game Reserve. Cultural attractions include Constitution Hill, Apartheid Museum and Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial.
What's the best way to get to and around Johannesburg while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Johannesburg in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.), 12.8 mi (20.6 km) away. Another option is Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria), which is 19.9 mi (32 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you may want to make use of public transport. You can access metro transport at Ellis Park Station, Rosebank Station and Rhodesfield Station. Train stations such as Johannesburg Park Station and Johannesburg Sandton Station make it easy to discover more of the surrounding area.

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