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Johannesburg, South Africa
Jan 11 — Jan 122
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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 January 4, 2025.
Cheapest day:Friday
Most expensive day:Monday
$11 - $49
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

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 $10 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 January 4, 2025
Out of the hostels in Johannesburg we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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Rosebank Hostel
Rosebank Hostel
Rosebank Hostel
217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
4.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$10
Avg. per night
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Rosebank Lodge And Backpacker
Rosebank Lodge And Backpacker
Rosebank Lodge And Backpacker
217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Parktown, Gauteng, South Africa
2.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$20
Avg. per night
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Fernrez@363 - Hostel
Fernrez@363 - Hostel
Fernrez@363 - Hostel
363 Main Avenue, Ferndale, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
8.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Johannesburg

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Johannesburg. There are 2,586 properties in Johannesburg and price data was last updated on January 4, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Johannesburg is .
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Kleine Constantia Boutique Guest House
Kleine Constantia Boutique Guest House
Kleine Constantia Boutique Guest House
1014 Calendula Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
9.1 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$91
Avg. per night
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The Haystack On Homestead
The Haystack On Homestead
The Haystack On Homestead
13 Homestead Road, Edenburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
10.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$53
Avg. per night
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Hyde Park Guest House
Hyde Park Guest House
Hyde Park Guest House
28B Third Road, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
5.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$79
Avg. per night
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African Tribes Guest Lodge & Conference
African Tribes Guest Lodge & Conference
African Tribes Guest Lodge & Conference
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
13.1 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
Airport shuttle
$39
Avg. per night
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Legacy Guest Lodge
Legacy Guest Lodge
Legacy Guest Lodge
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
1.6 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$18
Avg. per night
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Amadwala Lodge
Amadwala Lodge
Amadwala Lodge
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
12.8 mi from city centre
$57
Avg. per night
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Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
Kempton Park, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
12.3 mi from city centre
$100
Avg. per night
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Mercure Johannesburg Bedfordview Hotel
Mercure Johannesburg Bedfordview Hotel
Mercure Johannesburg Bedfordview Hotel
33 Bradford Road Bedfordview, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
4.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$56
Avg. per night
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Easy Stay - The Vantage Rosebank
Easy Stay - The Vantage Rosebank
Easy Stay - The Vantage Rosebank
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
4.0 mi from city centre
$56
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Johannesburg

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Johannesburg to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on January 4, 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 January 4, 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Johannesburg?

    On average, it’s $20/night for a hostel in Johannesburg, though $20/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $9/night in Johannesburg. Try to avoid booking your hostel in August (the most expensive month). Booking in October (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What hostel is closest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in Johannesburg that aren’t far from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the closest one is Rosebank Hostel, which is 12.5 mi away.

  • What area of Johannesburg is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighborhoods 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.

  • Should I stay in a Johannesburg hostel?

    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).

  • Does Johannesburg have hostels with “Airport shuttle” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, Johannesburg has 1 hostel with “Airport shuttle” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Rosebank Hostel is the most popular Johannesburg hostel with this amenity.

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