Name: Once in Joburg
Address: 90 De Korte Street, Braamfontein, 2000 Johannesburg, South Africa, 90 De Korte Street, Braamfontein, Gauteng, 2000, South Africa
Rating: 8.5

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Hostel Once in Joburg

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90 De Korte Street, Braamfontein, 2000 Johannesburg, South Africa – Great location - show map

“I liked the way the staff handled my requests to make my stay as comfortable as possible. The toilets are very well kept. The facilities in the communal area are good allowing a person to quickly prepare a meal and drink some coffee. Apart from the noise, the staff are wonderful and eager to help, the place is located in a good spot within walking distance of bus stations and eating places. And generally it is a safe area of Johannesburg.”

Dominic

Zambia

“The staff was very nice and helpful with us specially Life and Shannon, who helped us a lot! The common areas are very nice and clean and people is very friendly. Rooms are clean and nice. ”

Maria

Chile

“Really amazing hostel with friendly & helpful staff, big list of daily activities to chose from, and clean & comfortable rooms/common areas. Loved how easy it was to make friends as everybody is out in the common areas socializing. As a woman traveling solo I felt perfectly safe here and regret not booking a longer stay :). ”

Emelia

Australia

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Reviewed: April 5, 2020

Gavin
Zambia
9.0

Awesome
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
That there were so few guests
It's a great location and vibe. Enjoyed my stay.

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 21, 2020

Manon
United States of America
9.0

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 5 nights
The room was cosy and the common areas were great! Staff was also very friendly and helpful!

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 20, 2020

Ryan
United Kingdom
1.0

“I'd give five stars if it wasn't for how unsafe I felt and that the breakfast smelt rotten.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
I felt unsafe the entire time I was staying. Someone entered my private room while I was at breakfast on the first day and had dug through my things. The manager and staff's only response was to say that they had security measures in place... which is no comfort if someone had already entered my room. The breakfast was small and on some days it was absolutely disgusting (smelt rotten and the bread was stale and mouldy).
The room was in great condition and the facilities in general were well kept and working. The staff were friendly and polite. My access card stopped working on the first day and I needed to get a new one but the reception staff accompanied me to test the new card at my room.

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 20, 2020

Mvelo
South Africa
10

“It's was amazing”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was just perfect I wish we could have stayed longer

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 19, 2020

Thassio
Brazil
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothning
The staff guys were absolutely incredible, very kindly and helpful. One of the best hostels in my life.

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 17, 2020

Vanessa
South Africa
8.0

“Great time spent there.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Some activities change time without previous notice or are just booked last minute.
Most people are nice and welcoming. Good place to meet people.

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 17, 2020

Carlos
Brazil
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff, the volunteers from other countries working there. They were amazing.

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 15, 2020

Fernando
Portugal
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Friendly staff, cleanliness, rooms, everything

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 13, 2020

Anonymous
United States of America
1.0

“Things stolen, security nonexistent.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Safety is not a priority. Video cameras don’t work. Facility is no secure.

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 9, 2020

Dominic
Zambia
8.0

“A good stay and good value for money.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
The noise at night since the area is surrounded by student hostels.
I liked the way the staff handled my requests to make my stay as comfortable as possible. The toilets are very well kept. The facilities in the communal area are good allowing a person to quickly prepare a meal and drink some coffee. Apart from the noise, the staff are wonderful and eager to help, the place is located in a good spot within walking distance of bus stations and eating places. And generally it is a safe area of Johannesburg.

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 8, 2020

Boitumelo
South Africa
8.0

“Comfortable and convenient.”
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Our room had no view. Another thing is that we had to wait close to 50 minutes for our food because the chef and breakfast staff skipped our order.
The room we were in was beautiful. Amazingly friendly staff. The events held at the property are really cool and lounge area is very big and it looks nice too.

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 8, 2020

Anonymous
Morocco
9.0

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
The hostel is great, clean and well equipped. The staff are super friendly and welcoming ! I recommend. :)

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: March 7, 2020

Dario
Mexico

4 helpful votes
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Internet must improve and well the neighborhood can be spooky a bit, other than that just amazing.
Personnel was beyond helpful, they just do way more than they’re supposed to in order to make yourself comfortable, from looking after your stuff, giving you helpful information to accompanying you to some places to keep you safe in the city. I loved the atmosphere

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 7, 2020

Litsoanelo
South Africa
5.0

Fair
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Extra cleaning of the bathroom will be appreciated. Not enough towels for everyone in the room. I would suggest you leave clean towels on every bed so we all have one.
The staff and guest are generally nice.

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 6, 2020

Moroke
South Africa
7.0

Good
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I wish there was a bar fridge in the room
Neat and convenient

Stayed in March 2020

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