Hostels in Johannesburg

On average, it’s $17/night for a hostel in Johannesburg, though $17/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $8/night in Johannesburg. Try to avoid booking your hostel in August (the most expensive month). Booking in March (the cheapest month) could save you money.

Based on our data, Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is the best Johannesburg hostel, with a rating of 8.0/10 from 1,418 reviews.

If you’re looking for hostels in Johannesburg that aren’t far from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the closest one is Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg, which is 11.9 mi away.

While there are other neighborhoods throughout Johannesburg, 2% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in North in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Accoustix Backpackers Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

If you’re looking for a hostel near Apartheid Museum while in Johannesburg, then opt for the popular Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg with a 8.0/10 review score from 1,418 users. The distance from Apartheid Museum to Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is 4.0 mi.

Staying at a hostel in Johannesburg is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).