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Most recommended Johannesburg hostels

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Rosebank Hostel - Johannesburg - Bedroom
Rosebank Hostel
North
5.3Fair(229)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$37+
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Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg - Johannesburg - Balcony
Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg
Central
8.0Very good(1453)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$41+
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Homebase Melville - Hostel - Johannesburg - Bedroom
Homebase Melville - Hostel
Central
7.7Good(338)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$38+
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Terrylin Backpacker's - Kempton Park - Patio
Terrylin Backpacker's
Kempton Park, South Africa
8.4Very good(239)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$35+
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Accoustix Backpackers Hostel - Randburg - Patio
Accoustix Backpackers Hostel
Randburg, South Africa
7.0Good(69)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$33+
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Rosebank Lodge And Backpacker - Parktown - Pool
Rosebank Lodge And Backpacker
Parktown, South Africa
5.3Fair(144)
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Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$33+
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Sleek Hostel - Johannesburg - Building
Sleek Hostel
North
2.8Poor(10)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$24+
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Explorer Backpackers - Johannesburg - Patio
Explorer Backpackers
Central
9.0Wonderful(238)
Free Wi-Fi
$42+
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Glenanda Hotel - Johannesburg - Bedroom
Glenanda Hotel
South
Free Wi-Fi
$30+
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Umgwezi Lodge And Backpackers - Johannesburg - Living room
Umgwezi Lodge And Backpackers
Central
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$15+
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59 On Eighth - Johannesburg - Dining room
59 On Eighth
Central
7.9Good(28)
Free Wi-Fi
$26+
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Johannesburg Youth Hostel - Johannesburg - Pool
Johannesburg Youth Hostel
North
6.4Okay(39)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$28+
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Authentic Bicycle Tours and Backpackers - Soweto
Authentic Bicycle Tours and Backpackers
Soweto, South Africa
9.0Wonderful(210)
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Free Wi-Fi
$45+
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Bdn - Johannesburg
Bdn
East
10Wonderful(1)
Free Wi-Fi
$20+
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Melville House - Johannesburg
Melville House
Central
6.6Okay(128)
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Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$33+
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Art Deco Budget Accommodation Rosebank - Hostel - Johannesburg
Art Deco Budget Accommodation Rosebank - Hostel
North
Free Wi-Fi
$85+
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Casa De Amor Rosebank - Johannesburg
Casa De Amor Rosebank
North
4.1Mediocre(33)
$56+
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Kilimanjaro Lodge Bed & Breakfast - Johannesburg
Kilimanjaro Lodge Bed & Breakfast
Johannesburg, South Africa
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$45+
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Johannesburg hostels near the city center

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Reef Hostel in JHB provides adults only accommodations, a garden and a terrace. - Johannesburg - Front desk
Reef Hostel in JHB provides adults only accommodations, a garden and a terrace.
Central
$50+
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Urban Backpackers - Johannesburg
Urban Backpackers
Central
7.3Good(175)
$24+
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High season

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November
June
$20
$35
Cheapest month to stay with an average 64% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 66% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Johannesburg hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Johannesburg, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Johannesburg in April and January.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Johannesburg if you stay on a Sunday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Wednesday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book more than 90 days before your stay to get the best price for a Johannesburg hostel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Johannesburg for 7 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Johannesburg

  • How much is a hostel in Johannesburg for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Johannesburg in the last 3 hours was $13 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was $18. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is $12.

  • How much is a hostel in Johannesburg for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Johannesburg hostel for this weekend for as low as $32. Users have also found 3 star hotels from $31 and 4-star plus hotels from $39.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Johannesburg?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Johannesburg is $37 compared to $129 for a night in a hotel.

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