What is the cost of a hostel in Johannesburg?

The average price for a hostel in Johannesburg is £10/night. A good hostel deal in Johannesburg would be for £9/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £6/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in December, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in May is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Johannesburg.

What’s the best hostel in Johannesburg?

While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Johannesburg, Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is currently the best, based on 933 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 7.9/10.

What hostel is closest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is 11.9 mi away from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, making it the closest Johannesburg hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

What area of Johannesburg is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Johannesburg, 100% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Parkhurst in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Explorer Backpackers is our most popular hostel in this area.

What is the most popular hostel in Johannesburg closest to Ellis Park Stadion?

The most popular hostel in Johannesburg that’s close to Ellis Park Stadion is Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg. Just 0.4 mi separate Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg from Ellis Park Stadion, the city’s most popular attraction. 933 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg a score of 7.9/10.

Should I stay in a Johannesburg hostel?

Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Johannesburg on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Johannesburg offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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Cheapest hostels in Johannesburg, South Africa

These Johannesburg properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.

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Rosebank Hostel

217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

4.2 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

£8

Avg. per night

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Johannesburg Youth Hostel

479 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

7.2 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

£9

Avg. per night

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Johannesburg Boarding Hostel

2 Valley Road, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

7.2 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

£9

Avg. per night

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Sleek Hostel

64 Bordeaux Drive, Bordeaux, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

7.2 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

£10

Avg. per night

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Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg

302 Fox Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

1.1 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

£11

Avg. per night

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Fourways Boarding Hostel

83 Albatross Drive, Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa

6.5 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

£15

Avg. per night

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Rosebank Lodge And Backpacker

217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Parktown, Gauteng, South Africa

2.6 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

£16

Avg. per night

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Other accommodations in Johannesburg

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Legacy Guest Lodge

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

1.6 mi from city centre

Air conditioning

£12

Avg. per night

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Amadwala Lodge

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

12.8 mi from city centre

£44

Avg. per night

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Insignia Lifestyle

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

6.8 mi from city centre

Air conditioning

£9

Avg. per night

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Sandton Executive Suites Hydro Park

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

7.2 mi from city centre

Airport shuttle

£49

Avg. per night

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The Residency Jellicoe

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

4.1 mi from city centre

Air conditioning

£35

Avg. per night

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The Nicol Hotel and Apartments

Nicol Rd, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

5.9 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

£35

Avg. per night

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Randburg Boarding Hostel

4 Valley Road, Bordeaux, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

7.2 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

£18

Avg. per night

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Where to stay in Johannesburg

Use the map to find hostels in Johannesburg that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. As an added benefit, users can click a hostel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hostel.

Facts about staying in Johannesburg

What is the cost of a hostel in Johannesburg?
The average price for a hostel in Johannesburg is £10/night. A good hostel deal in Johannesburg would be for £9/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £6/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in December, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in May is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Johannesburg.
What’s the best hostel in Johannesburg?
While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Johannesburg, Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is currently the best, based on 933 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 7.9/10.
What hostel is closest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is 11.9 mi away from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, making it the closest Johannesburg hostel to the city’s most popular airport.
What area of Johannesburg is most popular to stay in?
While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Johannesburg, 100% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Parkhurst in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Explorer Backpackers is our most popular hostel in this area.
What is the most popular hostel in Johannesburg closest to Ellis Park Stadion?
The most popular hostel in Johannesburg that’s close to Ellis Park Stadion is Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg. Just 0.4 mi separate Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg from Ellis Park Stadion, the city’s most popular attraction. 933 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg a score of 7.9/10.
Should I stay in a Johannesburg hostel?
Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Johannesburg on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Johannesburg offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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Discover well-known properties in Johannesburg that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 2,492 hotels in Johannesburg and price data was last updated on 21 May 2024. The average price for a hotel in Johannesburg is £10/night.

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Tips for booking hostels in Johannesburg

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Johannesburg. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 21 May 2024.

Cheapest hostels in Johannesburg, South Africa

These Johannesburg properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.

Other accommodations in Johannesburg

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in Johannesburg. There are 2,492 properties in Johannesburg and price data was last updated on 21 May 2024. The average price for a hotel in Johannesburg is £10/night.

Where to stay in Johannesburg

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Johannesburg to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 21 May 2024.

Use the map to find hostels in Johannesburg that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. As an added benefit, users can click a hostel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hostel.

Facts about staying in Johannesburg

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Johannesburg to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 21 May 2024.

What is the cost of a hostel in Johannesburg?

What’s the best hostel in Johannesburg?

What hostel is closest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

What area of Johannesburg is most popular to stay in?

What is the most popular hostel in Johannesburg closest to Ellis Park Stadion?

Should I stay in a Johannesburg hostel?

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Discover well-known properties in Johannesburg that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 2,492 hotels in Johannesburg and price data was last updated on 21 May 2024. The average price for a hotel in Johannesburg is £10/night.

These hostels are among the most popular places to stay for users visiting Johannesburg. Try adjusting the dates or room and guest combinations if you're not seeing the options you're looking for.

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Tips for booking hostels in Johannesburg

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Johannesburg. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 21 May 2024.

Cheapest hostels in Johannesburg, South Africa

These Johannesburg properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.

Other accommodations in Johannesburg

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in Johannesburg. There are 2,492 properties in Johannesburg and price data was last updated on 21 May 2024. The average price for a hotel in Johannesburg is £10/night.

Where to stay in Johannesburg

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Johannesburg to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 21 May 2024.

Use the map to find hostels in Johannesburg that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. As an added benefit, users can click a hostel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hostel.

Facts about staying in Johannesburg

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Johannesburg to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 21 May 2024.

What is the cost of a hostel in Johannesburg?

What’s the best hostel in Johannesburg?

What hostel is closest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

What area of Johannesburg is most popular to stay in?

What is the most popular hostel in Johannesburg closest to Ellis Park Stadion?

Should I stay in a Johannesburg hostel?

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