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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 Tuesday ($12). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $46.

How much is a hostel in Johannesburg tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Johannesburg tonight starting as low as $13, rising to an average cost of $31, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $18 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 $31/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $33/night. For a 4-star hostel in Johannesburg, the cheapest rate recently found was $39/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 $12 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 2 juillet 2025
Out of the hostels in Johannesburg we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
Rosebank Hostel
Rosebank Hostel

Rosebank Hostel

217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
6.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$12
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
$13
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
$19
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Johannesburg

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Summerview Boutique Hotel & Conference
Summerview Boutique Hotel & Conference

Summerview Boutique Hotel & Conference

1 Gaunt Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
15.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$50
Avg. per night
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Lakeview Boutique Hotel & Conference Center
Lakeview Boutique Hotel & Conference Center

Lakeview Boutique Hotel & Conference Center

94 Wilge Street, Farramere, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
24.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$68
Avg. per night
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58 On Hume
58 On Hume

58 On Hume

58 Hume Road, Dunkeld, Sandton, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
7.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$135
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
$34
Avg. per night
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Villa Simonne
Villa Simonne

Villa Simonne

16 West Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$102
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
$75
Avg. per night
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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 2 juillet 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 2 juillet 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Johannesburg?

    $21 per night is how much hostels in Johannesburg cost, on average. $9 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $18 per night or less is a good deal. Johannesburg hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with April being the most expensive month to book, and in June being the cheapest.

  • What’s the best hostel in Johannesburg?

    Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is the best Johannesburg hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg has a rating of 8.0/10 from 1,455 reviews.

  • 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.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Johannesburg closest to Melrose Arch Shopping Centre?

    Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is the most popular hostel in Johannesburg that’s close to Melrose Arch Shopping Centre (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 8.0 km from Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg to Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. While there may be other hostels near Melrose Arch Shopping Centre, Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is highly rated (8.0/10) by 1,455 users.

  • Should I stay in a Johannesburg hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Johannesburg on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Johannesburg offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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