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Property grounds
Birchway's Backpackers

Birchway's Backpackers

Birchway's Backpackers
1.0 star property
Hatfield
The price is ￥3,617
￥4,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Birchway's Backpackers
Terrace/patio
CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel

CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel

CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel
4.0 star property
Johannesburg CBD
7.6 out of 10, Good, (40)
"We found our luggage had been stolen from while inside a locked private room. After bringing this to the attention of staff they told us the footage had been deleted and several staff lied to us in the process. At the police station we learned this was a known problem for this property. Other guests need to be careful around the staff of this place."
United States
William
The price is ￥5,522
￥6,422 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel
Garden view
Johannesburg Youth Hostel

Johannesburg Youth Hostel

Johannesburg Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
Randburg
Johannesburg Youth Hostel
Outdoor pool
Sleek Student Hostel

Sleek Student Hostel

Sleek Student Hostel
2.0 star property
Randburg
Sleek Student Hostel
Outdoor pool
Randburg Boarding Hostel

Randburg Boarding Hostel

Randburg Boarding Hostel
1.5 star property
Randburg
7.6 out of 10, Good, (5)
"Tive problema quanto ao endereço que está ou estava errado no site. Quanto a limpeza, piscina e equipe foram boas."
Brazil
Anonymous traveler
Randburg Boarding Hostel
Garden
Elsje's Country Inn - Guesthouse

Elsje's Country Inn - Guesthouse

Elsje's Country Inn - Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Kempton Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4)
"All that is necessary without expensive frills that one hardly uses."
South Africa
Anton
The price is ￥9,023
￥10,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Elsje's Country Inn - Guesthouse
Standard Shared Dormitory, Men only, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Sunny Lodge

Sunny Lodge

Sunny Lodge
2.0 star property
Sunnyside
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1)
The price is ￥4,176
￥4,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Sunny Lodge
Reception
Glenada Hotel

Glenada Hotel

Glenada Hotel
2.0 star property
Johannesburg South
6.0 out of 10, (1)
"The room you booked us was for 2 couples sharing and we were incorrectly charged by your site and we had to top up"
United States
Naomi
Glenada Hotel
Property grounds
The area is very Peaceful, quiet and Safe . It is indeed a HomeAway from Home

The area is very Peaceful, quiet and Safe . It is indeed a HomeAway from Home

The area is very Peaceful, quiet and Safe . It is indeed a HomeAway from Home
Randburg
The price is ￥9,394
￥12,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The area is very Peaceful, quiet and Safe . It is indeed a HomeAway from Home
Shared fridge, microwave
Accoustix Backpackers Lodge

Accoustix Backpackers Lodge

Accoustix Backpackers Lodge
1.0 star property
Randburg
5.6 out of 10, (8)
"All was OK, especially the very good swimming pool and the really very nice well kept garden, thanks to the property's dedicated grounds keeper, but the kitchen needs to be restocked with more cooking wares and specially drinking glasses as there were none of these at all.."
United Kingdom
Hamish
Accoustix Backpackers Lodge
Terrace/patio
Johannesburg Boarding Hostel

Johannesburg Boarding Hostel

Johannesburg Boarding Hostel
1.0 star property
Randburg
2.0 out of 10, (2)
"Firstly, the address advertised as well as the photographs of the accomodation are and is not the address of the actual "hostel. " There is no transportation to the actual address on Jan Smuts rd where you find out that you will be staying UPON ARRIVAL.. The cleanliness of the rooms are at best disgusting. No toilet paper is the tip of the iceberg. There are naked woman walking the halls with numerous "visitors" coming in and out. The owner\manager is impossible to get hold of. Disgraceful....
South Africa
Matthrew
Johannesburg Boarding Hostel
Outdoor pool
Fourways Youth Hostel

Fourways Youth Hostel

Fourways Youth Hostel
1.5 star property
Sandton
2.0 out of 10, (2)
Fourways Youth Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Johannesburg Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. In particular, Sihle and chef Thembi. Sihle kindly gave us free scones before our journey before the restaurant opened since we had a very early departure. Chef Thembi’s scones were delicious!"
Angelina 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

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Johannesburg Hostels information

Number of reviews
52
Accommodation
26 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥4,087
Highest Price
￥12,525

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Johannesburg?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for sightseeing. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and entertainment venues.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many different forms, but they have a few qualities in common, including low prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Johannesburg?
Based on our customers' reviews, these hostels in Johannesburg have the highest ratings: CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a bar. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Glenada Hotel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels and free WiFi. Johannesburg Youth Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Randburg Boarding Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Rooms come with showers and free WiFi. Birchway's Backpackers - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. Rooms come with free WiFi.
How many hostels are there in Johannesburg?
If you're in the market for an affordable place to stay in Johannesburg, one of Expedia's 24 hostels could be a great option.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Johannesburg?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually January and October with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are July and June with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Johannesburg is 31 inches.
What is there to see and do in Johannesburg?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might appreciate the area around Johannesburg. Get out into nature with places like Johannesburg Botanical Garden, Emmarentia Dam, and Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Joburg Theatre, Apartheid Museum, and Mandela House. Visit landmarks like Freedom Park Heritage Site & Museum, Kruger Museum, and Victory Theater.
What's the best way to get to and around Johannesburg while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Johannesburg in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), 12.8 mi (20.6 km) away. Another option is Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA), situated 19.9 mi (32 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transit to get around. You can access metro transit at Ellis Park Station, Rosebank Station, and Rhodesfield Station. Train stations like Johannesburg Park Station and Johannesburg Sandton Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.

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