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Travel insights for hostels in Johannesburg

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Johannesburg including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest day to stay in Johannesburg is Monday ($27). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $126.

How much is a hostel in Johannesburg tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Johannesburg tonight starting as low as $19, rising to an average cost of $48, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $26 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 $54/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $54/night. For a 4-star hostel in Johannesburg, the cheapest rate recently found was $58/night for this weekend.
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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 $17 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 7 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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Rosebank Hostel
Rosebank Hostel

Rosebank Hostel

217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
6.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$17
Avg. per night
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Accoustix Backpackers Hostel
Accoustix Backpackers Hostel

Accoustix Backpackers Hostel

477 Jan Smuts Avenue, Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa
5.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$20
Avg. per night
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Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg
Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg

Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg

302 Fox Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$32
Avg. per night
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Fernrez@363
Fernrez@363

Fernrez@363

363 Main Avenue, Ferndale, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
13.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$36
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The Haystack On Homestead
The Haystack On Homestead

The Haystack On Homestead

13 Homestead Road, Edenburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
16.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$90
Avg. per night
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Map's View Guesthouse
Map's View Guesthouse

Map's View Guesthouse

27 Thaba Bosigo Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
9.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$68
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
6.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$116
Avg. per night
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Vetho 2 Apartments Or Tambo Airport
Vetho 2 Apartments Or Tambo Airport

Vetho 2 Apartments Or Tambo Airport

Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa
4.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
$53
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
21.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
$61
Avg. per night
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Legacy Guest Lodge
Legacy Guest Lodge

Legacy Guest Lodge

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
2.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$30
Avg. per night
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Amadwala Lodge
Amadwala Lodge

Amadwala Lodge

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
20.6 km from city centre
$93
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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 7 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 7 June 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Johannesburg?

    $39/night is an average price for a hostel in Johannesburg throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in April is the most expensive month to book, and in November is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Johannesburg hostels for as low as $15/night. In general, Johannesburg hostels for $30 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Johannesburg?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Johannesburg is Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg. 1,451 users from HotelsCombined gave the Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg a 8.0/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The closest Johannesburg hostel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg, which is 19.1 km away.

  • Should I stay in a Johannesburg hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Johannesburg hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Johannesburg.

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