Hostel
 CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg

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302 Fox Street, Maboneng Precinct, 2029 Johannesburg, South Africa – Great location - show map

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8.0
Very Good
644 reviews

The staff were excellent, the night life in the bar area was awesome, food and drinks were reasonably priced, and there were many things to do through the hostel, including their great tours of the city and Soweto.

Rebecca United States of America

Good location, friendly staff, and good value for your bucks.

Pabenji18 United States of America

It’s one of my best places in South Africa, the vibes are really nice. The private rooms were very comfortable.

Bannoura Kuwait

Great location, very nice staff, cute interiors. it was nice to walk around the neighborhood full of cafes and bars and shops.

Christoffer Germany

Very hip and cool spot with rad staff and yummy coffee!

Kimberly United States of America

the property had a sense of welcoming for everyone…. and the management and staff were one of the main reasons for the sense of welcoming but also the ambience created…. there were Europeans and South Africans…. all grooving and chilling at the same time…. you could people watch all day and be entertained

Ashfak United States of America

everyone is amazing, super helpful. lots of activities so you can never get bored. so easy to meet people, beautiful common area and bar. one of the best hostel experiences I had. hope to be back.

Burak Turkey

They called me by my name as I entered the facility which made me feel special. Thank you

Palesa South Africa

The staff and guests were friendly and kind. They offered tours that were educational and showed you how to get around. It was a vibrant and fun environment. I was kept entertained and well fed. The food was delicious and interesting.

Bonnie United States of America

For backpackers it was pretty great. The rooms were fine and your belongings are quite safe.

Olebogeng South Africa
8.0
Very Good
644 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The staff were excellent, the night life in the bar area was awesome, food and drinks were reasonably priced, and there were many things to do through the hostel, including their great tours of the...”
    Rebecca Rebecca United States of America United States of America
  • “Good location, friendly staff, and good value for your bucks.”
    Pabenji18 Pabenji18 United States of America United States of America
  • “It’s one of my best places in South Africa, the vibes are really nice. The private rooms were very comfortable.”
    Bannoura Bannoura Kuwait Kuwait
  • “Great location, very nice staff, cute interiors. it was nice to walk around the neighborhood full of cafes and bars and shops.”
    Christoffer Christoffer Germany Germany
  • “Very hip and cool spot with rad staff and yummy coffee!”
    Kimberly Kimberly United States of America United States of America
  • “the property had a sense of welcoming for everyone…. and the management and staff were one of the main reasons for the sense of welcoming but also the ambience created….”
    Ashfak Ashfak United States of America United States of America
  • “everyone is amazing, super helpful. lots of activities so you can never get bored. so easy to meet people, beautiful common area and bar. one of the best hostel experiences I had. hope to be back.”
    Burak Burak Turkey Turkey
  • “They called me by my name as I entered the facility which made me feel special. Thank you”
    Palesa Palesa South Africa South Africa
  • “The staff and guests were friendly and kind. They offered tours that were educational and showed you how to get around. It was a vibrant and fun environment. I was kept entertained and well fed.”
    Bonnie Bonnie United States of America United States of America
  • “For backpackers it was pretty great. The rooms were fine and your belongings are quite safe.”
    Olebogeng Olebogeng South Africa South Africa

Categories:

  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities8.0
  • Cleanliness8.0
  • Comfort8.0
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location8.5
  • Free WiFi8.6

Stay in the heart of Johannesburg – Great location - show map

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Offering accommodations in Johannesburg, CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg has a splash pool, BBQ facilities and a bar. The property offers bicycles for guests to rent. There is also a games room and free parking for guests.

Guests can prepare their own meals in the shared kitchen which is fully equipped with an oven and fridge.

CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg offers a range of activities including city walking tours, township tours in Soweto and public art walks.

The hostel is 5.6 mi from Gold Reef City & Casino, and 3.1 mi from Rhodes Park. Nelson Mandela Square is 9.9 mi from CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg, while OR Tambo Airport is 13 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Mar 27, 2014

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Free parking
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Bar

ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM on site.

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

8.0
Very Good · 644 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities8.0
  • Cleanliness8.0
  • Comfort8.0
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location8.5
  • Free WiFi8.6

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rebecca
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The staff were excellent, the night life in the bar area was awesome, food and drinks were reasonably priced, and there were many things to do through the hostel, including their great tours of the city and Soweto.”
  • Pabenji18
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Good location, friendly staff, and good value for your bucks.”
  • Bannoura
    KuwaitKuwait
    “It’s one of my best places in South Africa, the vibes are really nice. The private rooms were very comfortable.”
  • Christoffer
    GermanyGermany
    “Great location, very nice staff, cute interiors. it was nice to walk around the neighborhood full of cafes and bars and shops.”
  • Kimberly
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Very hip and cool spot with rad staff and yummy coffee!”
  • Ashfak
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “the property had a sense of welcoming for everyone…. and the management and staff were one of the main reasons for the sense of welcoming but also the ambience created…. there were Europeans and South Africans…. all grooving and chilling at the same...”
  • Burak
    TurkeyTurkey
    “everyone is amazing, super helpful. lots of activities so you can never get bored. so easy to meet people, beautiful common area and bar. one of the best hostel experiences I had. hope to be back.”
  • Palesa
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “They called me by my name as I entered the facility which made me feel special. Thank you”
  • Bonnie
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The staff and guests were friendly and kind. They offered tours that were educational and showed you how to get around. It was a vibrant and fun environment. I was kept entertained and well fed. The food was delicious and interesting.”
  • Olebogeng
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “For backpackers it was pretty great. The rooms were fine and your belongings are quite safe.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Can 4 people share a room with 4 bunk beds?
    Yes but this is subject to availability.
    Asked about: Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room • Answered on August 9, 2019
  • Can 2 people book a room for a day?
    We charge full day rates and not per hour. Guests are welcome to check out whenever they wish within the period of the day.
    Answered on July 18, 2021
  • Hi, we looking for a room with five single beds and do you guys provide safe parking space? Regards
    Hi We have a 6- sleeper dorm room. We offer free street parking in front of our premises.
    Answered on May 30, 2022
  • How much one room one bed and one night
    This room is currently going for R350.00 per night.
    Asked about: Double Room with Shared Bathroom • Answered on February 8, 2021
  • Do you provide iron and kettles
    Hi, we have a communal kitchen which has a kettle and a laundry room where you can iron.
    Answered on July 24, 2022

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Area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Market on Main
    0.2 miles
  • Arts on Main
    0.2 miles
  • Ellis Park Stadium
    0.5 miles
  • Johannesburg Stadium
    0.7 miles
  • Absa Money Museum
    0.8 miles
  • Carlton Centre
    0.9 miles
  • Johannesburg Art Gallery
    1 miles
  • Joubert Park
    1.1 miles
  • Gandhi Square
    1.1 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/Bar LoveRevo
    0 miles
Top attractions
  • Observatory Golf Club
    2 miles
  • Gold Reef City
    3.7 miles
  • Gold Reef City & Casino
    3.9 miles
  • Parkview Golf Club
    3.9 miles
  • Apartheid Museum
    4 miles
  • Gautrain Sandton Station
    6.6 miles
  • Modderfontein Golf Club
    9.3 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Lake Rhodes Park
    2.8 miles
  • Lake Zoo Lake
    6.6 miles
  • Lake Emmarentia Dam
    7.6 miles
Public transit
  • Train Ellis Park Railway Station
    0.4 miles
Closest Airports
  • O.R. Tambo International Airport
    11.7 miles
  • Lanseria International Airport
    20.4 miles
  • Wonderboom Airport
    39.4 miles
How to get to CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg from O.R. Tambo International Airport
    Private shuttle
    Free parking is available.
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Free parking
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Bar
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast) Off-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Stand-up comedy Off-site
  • Bar crawls Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries Off-site
  • Game drives
  • Nightclub/DJ Additional charge
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site Additional charge
  • Darts
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table Additional charge
  • Game room
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Secure parking
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Zulu
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg

  • Check-in at CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg is 1.2 miles from the center of Johannesburg.

  • CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Themed dinners
    • Game drives
    • Walking tours
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bar crawls
    • Happy hour
    • Bike tours
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Stand-up comedy

  • The prices at CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg by:

    • Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 30min