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What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Johannesburg?

The cheapest day to stay in Johannesburg is Monday (£5). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is £25.

How much is a hostel in Johannesburg tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Johannesburg tonight starting as low as £9, rising to an average cost of £21, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £12 for a 4-star hostel in Johannesburg for tonight.

How much is a Johannesburg hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Johannesburg this weekend for as little as £24/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £24/night. For a 4-star hostel in Johannesburg, the cheapest rate recently found was £26/night for this weekend.

Cheapest hostels in Johannesburg, South Africa

Discover affordable stays in Johannesburg that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Johannesburg can be found for as low as £7 per night. There is currently one property in Johannesburg that can be booked for this price. Rosebank Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 6 June 2025
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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217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
4.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£7
Avg. per night
477 Jan Smuts Avenue, Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa
3.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£9
Avg. per night
302 Fox Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
1.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£14
Avg. per night
363 Main Avenue, Ferndale, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
8.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£16
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Johannesburg

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in Johannesburg. There are 2,891 properties in Johannesburg and price data was last updated on 6 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in Johannesburg is .
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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
13.1 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
£27
Avg. per night
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
1.6 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£13
Avg. per night
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
12.8 mi from city centre
£41
Avg. per night
13 Homestead Road, Edenburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
10.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£40
Avg. per night
27 Thaba Bosigo Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
5.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£30
Avg. per night
1 Gaunt Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
9.5 mi from city centre
Airport shuttle
£35
Avg. per 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 6 June 2025.
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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 6 June 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Johannesburg?

    The average price for a hostel in Johannesburg is £17/night. A good hostel deal in Johannesburg would be for £13/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £7/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in April, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in November 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 1,451 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.0/10.

  • 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, 0% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in North in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Johannesburg Boarding Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Johannesburg closest to Melrose Arch Shopping Centre?

    The most popular hostel in Johannesburg that’s close to Melrose Arch Shopping Centre is Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg. Just 5.0 mi separate Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg from Melrose Arch Shopping Centre, the city’s most popular attraction. 1,451 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg a score of 8.0/10.

  • 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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