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Explorer Backpackers

Randburg, Johannesburg

Located in Johannesburg, 1.5 miles from Parkview Golf Club, Explorer Backpackers has accommodations with free bikes, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
Price from
$45.16
1 night, 2 adults

CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg

Downtown Johannesburg, Johannesburg

Offering accommodations in Johannesburg, CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg has a splash pool, BBQ facilities and a bar. The property offers bicycles for guests to rent.

C
Corey
From
United States
Nice balcony, good sized kitchen, near a couple bars and restaurants, staff was generally nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 939 reviews
Price from
$43.76
1 night, 2 adults

Melville House

Melville, Johannesburg

Located in Johannesburg, 2 miles from Parkview Golf Club, Melville House has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

M
Mahlahla
From
South Africa
I enjoyed my stay, there was a young men I didn't get his name he is wearing Glasses, he is welcoming and very kind I was hoping to see him when I was leaving but I didn't, please send my regards to him and Thanks.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews
Price from
$33.02
1 night, 2 adults

Rosebank Hostel

Rosebank, Johannesburg

Rosebank Hostel is located in the Rosebank district in Johannesburg, 0.6 mi from Rosebank Mall and 1.1 mi from Hyde Park Shopping Center. Rosebank Hostel features free WiFi.

C
Carlos Ferreira Chaves
From
Brazil
The location only.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
Fair - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Price from
$28.79
1 night, 2 adults

Johannesburg Youth Hostel

Randburg, Johannesburg

Providing free WiFi throughout the property, a sun terrace with a swimming pool, garden and shared lounge, Johannesburg Youth Hostel is located in Johannesburg.

N
Njabulo
From
South Africa
Everything was excellent, from service to room condition
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Price from
$29
1 night, 2 adults

Accoustix Backpackers Hostel

Randburg, Johannesburg

Accoustix Backpackers Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Johannesburg. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a playground.

P
Phumelele
From
Hungary
The place was clean. I was in a room with shared shower and toilet and it was always clean. My daughter and I enjoyed the garden
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
Price from
$33.30
1 night, 2 adults

Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker

Rosebank, Johannesburg

Located in Johannesburg, 2.1 miles from Parkview Golf Club, Rosebank Lodge & Backpacker provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

M
Melanie
From
Uganda
The other guests were so friendly and helpful. The staff were also very kind. The wifi was really good. It was a short walk from Rosebank mall. The bed was uber-comfortable: so bouncy!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.2
Fair - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
Price from
$33.47
1 night, 2 adults

Lebo's Soweto Backpackers

Soweto (Near Johannesburg)

Located in Soweto, 8 miles from Apartheid Museum, Lebo's Soweto Backpackers provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

B
Bradford
From
United States
Staff were very friendly and accommodating! The tours were nice, informative and hands on. I’d stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews
Price from
$33.30
1 night, 2 adults

Authentic Bicycle Tours and Backpackers

Soweto (Near Johannesburg)

Located in Soweto, 9.3 miles from Apartheid Museum, Authentic Bicycle Tours and Backpackers has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

b
bchetty
From
Germany
Traveling for the first time into this part of "historical" South Africa and after hearing about the negative stuff, I wasn't sure how it will be, but "Lungi" made it a "smooth" ride. He knows many people around and will help you out in getting rid of the negative perceptions/stereotypes you have about this place. He can also spontaneously organize tours and guide you in showing different places around Jo'burg/Soweto. After staying here, I can say that staying here was better than in staying in Jo'burg. The room & the toilets are clean...and no mosquitoes (at least inside the room). So, it was a learning & a great stay! :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Price from
$45.44
1 night, 2 adults

Fernrez@363

Randburg, Johannesburg

Located in Johannesburg, 4.9 miles from Sandton City Mall, Fernrez@363 has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

L
Lesego
From
South Africa
The staff were friendly and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Conveniently set in the Sandton district of Johannesburg, Central Sandton Rooms Nowifi is located a 9-minute walk from Gautrain Sandton Station, 0.8 miles from Sandton City Mall and 5.7 miles from...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 2.7
    Very Poor - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Located in Johannesburg, 4 miles from Sandton City Mall, Sleek Hostel provides accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

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  • Avg. price/night: $46.06
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 939 reviews
    Great hostel in the heart of Maboneng! I stayed there for two nights in a private room in May 2024 and very much enjoyed the hostel's lively atmosphere. Wonderful staff, clean facilities, lovely balcony, buzzing hostel bar/restaurant. Hands down, it is not the best area in JB, but I generally felt safe. The hostel offered several tours and activities for travellers to connect. If you are on a budget and can sleep trough the blasting music from the neighboring bars, stay there!
    Guest review by
    Verena
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $45.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
    I felt safe in the location and the place is beautifully decorated. The fridge decorated with currencies of the backpackers who have stayed there is cute. It makes the hostel unique.
    Guest review by
    T
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $46.06
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 939 reviews
    Very nice hostel with an amazing vibe in a safe neighborhood. Great bar, very friendly staff and international as well as local guests. They offer great sightseeing tours. It’s very clean, comfortable and cheap. Will come back.
    Guest review by
    Stephanie
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $46.06
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 939 reviews
    Cool little backpackers with a big team of staff who are always so friendly and up for a chat. It also serves at a bar so there is a good mix of locals and other travellers at evening time, the locals in Joburg are so friendly you will make friends even if the hostel is a little quiet. Also the staff do their best to look after you and make sure you are safe when you walk the streets, I was actually stopped in the middle of the street by a staff member to warn me I was going down a bad road. I would love to and plan to stay again.
    Guest review by
    Harry
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $37.92
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
    Honestly, I don't understand the reviews here. I was expecting something horrible, but it's actually a nice hostel. I liked this: Room: clean, good bed Staff: everyone friendly Location: Fantastic, in a safe area (Rosebank), near Gautrain station (easy connection to Sandton, Airport, Pretoria, and so on). Less than 5 minutes walk to 24/7 grocery store. Near is a coffee shop and in a walkable distance is Rosebank mall (restaurants, shops). Shower: clean, hot water Laundry service: cheap, fast.
    Guest review by
    Matěj
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $46.06
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 939 reviews
    the staff is super nice at curiosity and you will meet a lot of backpackers from different countries, what makes the amazing vibe. The hostel is pretty central and you can walk around in this safe neighborhood. They have good food there and good coffee. The hostel looks nice and is very modern. Very recommendable! I think the best place to stay in Joburg.
    Guest review by
    Alexandra
    Solo traveler

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