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 Lebo's Soweto Backpackers

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10823A Pooe Street, Orlando West, 1804 Soweto, South Africa – Great location - show map

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8.7
Excellent
206 reviews

The place is colourful, comfortable and clean. We loved the djembe, African decor, the patio (at the back) and the murals at the main entrance.

Amanda South Africa

Everything, especially the staff. They were very friendly and accommodating.

Joel South Africa

I really enjoyed my stay here. This was my first stop in South Africa, and I loved it. The staff are all wonderful. You can pre-order meals from them, and all the food was delicious. I did a two hour bike tour with them ,and I learned a lot about the neighborhood.

Matthew United States of America

I was happy to be in Soweto just 20 minutes away from home and I got the best service. The place on its own was very refreshing and I got more than what I paid for. Enjoyed the breakfast would have appreciated more.

Gugu South Africa

Great area, great place, great staff Area has great amount of history

Fred South Africa

Rooms, lunch area, fire pit area, facilities in general, place's cleanliness and all the staff's attitude and service always excellent

Malcolm South Africa

Everything its a little piece of paradise great value and the most amazing staff

Malcolm South Africa

I loved everything from the room, to the food and the whole experience and the environment

Mmathapelo South Africa

Super friendly staff, the hostel is amazing, clean and comfortable, very cool to chill around the bonfire or at the outdoor restaurant. On top of that, we felt so safe there, like in a little village ! We did the Soweto bicycle tour and it was super interesting. Food is delicious too ! Highly recommend it, one of my favourite spot in South Africa.

Florence Canada

Do yourself a favor, stay here! If I could I would give 100/100. I’m soooo happy I stayed at Lebo’s. There was such a pleasant family atmosphere and everyone was so kind! The food was BOMB, the facility was SPOTLESS, and the location really gave you an authentic feel for Africa. Take the cooking class with the chef (can’t remember his name :(), but’s he’s really great and the cooking is very hands on. The biking tour was another highlight. Overall, I would highly recommend staying here as it is really an amazing place. Cheers to you all for getting it right!

Jocylynn United States of America
8.7
Excellent
206 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The place is colourful, comfortable and clean. We loved the djembe, African decor, the patio (at the back) and the murals at the main entrance.”
    Amanda Amanda South Africa South Africa
  • “Everything, especially the staff. They were very friendly and accommodating.”
    Joel Joel South Africa South Africa
  • “I really enjoyed my stay here. This was my first stop in South Africa, and I loved it. The staff are all wonderful. You can pre-order meals from them, and all the food was delicious.”
    Matthew Matthew United States of America United States of America
  • “I was happy to be in Soweto just 20 minutes away from home and I got the best service. The place on its own was very refreshing and I got more than what I paid for.”
    Gugu Gugu South Africa South Africa
  • “Great area, great place, great staff Area has great amount of history”
    Fred Fred South Africa South Africa
  • “Rooms, lunch area, fire pit area, facilities in general, place's cleanliness and all the staff's attitude and service always excellent”
    Malcolm Malcolm South Africa South Africa
  • “Everything its a little piece of paradise great value and the most amazing staff”
    Malcolm Malcolm South Africa South Africa
  • “I loved everything from the room, to the food and the whole experience and the environment”
    Mmathapelo Mmathapelo South Africa South Africa
  • “Super friendly staff, the hostel is amazing, clean and comfortable, very cool to chill around the bonfire or at the outdoor restaurant. On top of that, we felt so safe there, like in a little village...”
    Florence Florence Canada Canada
  • “Do yourself a favor, stay here! If I could I would give 100/100. I’m soooo happy I stayed at Lebo’s. There was such a pleasant family atmosphere and everyone was so kind!”
    Jocylynn Jocylynn United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities 8.8
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Comfort8.9
  • Value for money8.9
  • Location8.8
  • Free WiFi 6.0
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Located in Soweto, a 16-minute walk from Hector Pieterson Memorial, Lebo's Soweto Backpackers provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking, free bikes and a bar. With a shared lounge, the property also features a garden, as well as barbecue facilities. The property has evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Free WiFi is available to all guests, while certain rooms here will provide you with a patio. All guest rooms feature bed linen.

The hostel offers a continental or à la carte breakfast.

Lebo's Soweto Backpackers has a playground. You can play pool at the accommodation, and the area is popular for cycling.

Mandela House is a 20-minute walk from Lebo's Soweto Backpackers, while Credo Mutwa Cultural Village is 3 miles away. The nearest airport is O.R. Tambo International, 25 miles from the hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Lebo's Soweto Backpackers has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 21, 2015

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

Free private parking

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  • The staff speaks English

Guest reviews

8.7
Excellent · 206 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities 8.8
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Comfort8.9
  • Value for money8.9
  • Location8.8
  • Free WiFi 6.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Amanda
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “The place is colourful, comfortable and clean. We loved the djembe, African decor, the patio (at the back) and the murals at the main entrance.”
  • Joel
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Everything, especially the staff. They were very friendly and accommodating.”
  • Matthew
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “I really enjoyed my stay here. This was my first stop in South Africa, and I loved it. The staff are all wonderful. You can pre-order meals from them, and all the food was delicious. I did a two hour bike tour with them ,and I learned a lot about...”
  • Gugu
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “I was happy to be in Soweto just 20 minutes away from home and I got the best service. The place on its own was very refreshing and I got more than what I paid for. Enjoyed the breakfast would have appreciated more.”
  • Fred
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Great area, great place, great staff Area has great amount of history”
  • Malcolm
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Rooms, lunch area, fire pit area, facilities in general, place's cleanliness and all the staff's attitude and service always excellent”
  • Malcolm
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Everything its a little piece of paradise great value and the most amazing staff”
  • Mmathapelo
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “I loved everything from the room, to the food and the whole experience and the environment”
  • Florence
    CanadaCanada
    “Super friendly staff, the hostel is amazing, clean and comfortable, very cool to chill around the bonfire or at the outdoor restaurant. On top of that, we felt so safe there, like in a little village ! We did the Soweto bicycle tour and it was...”
  • Jocylynn
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Do yourself a favor, stay here! If I could I would give 100/100. I’m soooo happy I stayed at Lebo’s. There was such a pleasant family atmosphere and everyone was so kind! The food was BOMB, the facility was SPOTLESS, and the location really gave you...”
Property questions and answers
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  • Do you have planned events or activities?
    We do have different activities that we offer Monday to Sunday. Bicycle Tours, Tuk-Tuk Tours, Walking Tours, Food Tours. We do have our Outdoor Park where we have our Local Market booking to Host Events but we don't have a daily schedule for Events.
    Answered on October 13, 2020
  • Do I need a lock for the lockers?
    We do have Lockers in our Dormitories and yes when you check in it comes with the key.
    Answered on October 13, 2020
  • Does a room have a bathroom?
    No, is shared Bathrooms that are outside of the Room.
    Asked about: Budget Double Room • Answered on October 13, 2020
  • What is the checking in time and byalso the checking out time the next day
    Check in time is between 14h00pm to 17h00pm. Check out time is 10h00am
    Asked about: Budget Double Room • Answered on October 13, 2020
  • May i please ask what the menu is for lunch?
    Hello For lunch we cook different stews cooked over fire and our Lunch Menu is as follows: * Beef * Chicken * Vegetarian * Spinach * Served with pap/ home made bread for R75pp
    Asked about: Budget Double Room • Answered on May 4, 2021

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Area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Orlando Stadium
    0.7 miles
  • Hector Pieterson Memorial
    0.8 miles
  • Mandela House
    1 miles
  • Polimatrix SA
    2.1 miles
  • CMR Golf Club
    2.9 miles
  • Credo Mutwa Cultural Village
    3 miles
  • Soweto Country Club
    3.7 miles
  • Bram Fischerville Cricket Oval
    3.8 miles
  • Walter Sisulu Square
    4 miles
  • PCB Power Transformers
    4.2 miles
Top attractions
  • Apartheid Museum
    6 miles
  • Gold Reef City & Casino
    6.2 miles
  • Gold Reef City
    6.3 miles
  • Johannesburg Stadium
    9.5 miles
  • Observatory Golf Club
    10.7 miles
  • Gautrain Sandton Station
    12 miles
Closest Airports
  • Lanseria International Airport
    20 miles
  • O.R. Tambo International Airport
    20.8 miles
  • Wonderboom Airport
    43.9 miles
How to get to Lebo's Soweto Backpackers from O.R. Tambo International Airport
    Private shuttle
    Free parking is available.
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Amenities of Lebo's Soweto Backpackers

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Cooking class Off-site Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cycling
  • Pool table
  • Playground
Food & Drink
  • Fruit Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
  • Street parking
  • Secure parking
Transportation
  • Airport drop-off Additional charge
  • Airport pickup Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe Additional charge
General
  • Convenience store on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Yoga classes
Languages Spoken
  • English
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House rules Lebo's Soweto Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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

Check-out

6:00 AM - 10:00 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.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 1:00 AM and 4:00 AM

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of ZAR 50 is required on arrival. That's about 3.05USD. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed by request
ZAR 100 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Lebo's Soweto Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

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.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Please inform Lebo's Soweto Backpackers 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.

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.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

A damage deposit of ZAR 50 is required on arrival. That's about 3.05USD. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Lebo's Soweto Backpackers

  • The prices at Lebo's Soweto Backpackers 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 Lebo's Soweto Backpackers by:

    • Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 1h

  • Lebo's Soweto Backpackers is 3.7 miles from the center of Soweto.

  • Guests staying at Lebo's Soweto Backpackers can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • Lebo's Soweto Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Playground
    • Pool table
    • Evening entertainment
    • Bike tours
    • Yoga classes
    • Cooking class
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Check-in at Lebo's Soweto Backpackers is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.