Hostels in popular neighbourhoods in Johannesburg
Below are the most popular neighbourhoods in Johannesburg to stay in, as well as some of the best hostels in each area
Downtown
Search hostels in DowntownCuriocity Backpackers Johannesburg
302 Fox Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Cheap hotels in Johannesburg
These hotels usually make for a cheap way to stay in Johannesburg
Rosebank Hostel
217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Melville House
37 1st Avenue Melville, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Johannesburg Youth Hostel
479 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Explorer Backpackers
27 7th St, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Accoustix Backpackers Hostel
477 Jan Smuts Avenue, Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Get the best value hostel in Johannesburg
These hostels have the best prices for their ratings
Johannesburg Youth Hostel
479 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Explorer Backpackers
27 7th St, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Rosebank Hostel
217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Accoustix Backpackers Hostel
477 Jan Smuts Avenue, Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Sleek Hostel
64 Bordeaux Drive, Bordeaux, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
When to book a hostel in Johannesburg
Check out the information below to find the best deal on a hostel in Johannesburg
| Cheapest day of week | Tuesday | is the cheapest day of the week to book |
| Highest day of week | Saturday | is the most expensive day of the week to book |
| €10 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day | |
| €39 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day |
Information about staying in Johannesburg
Read these important travel tips before booking a hostel in Johannesburg
What is the average length of a stay in a Johannesburg hostel?
On average, momondo users who have stayed at Johannesburg hostels have stayed for 5 days. On average, a 5-days stay at a hostel in Johannesburg will cost €141.
Are Johannesburg hostels a better deal than Johannesburg hotels?
Typically, a hostel in Johannesburg costs €28/night. Hostel prices are 45% less expensive than 4 star hotels. Hostels would be considered a very good deal compared to 4 star hotels.
How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Johannesburg?
As of July 2025, there are 2,963 operators available to choose from for hotels in Johannesburg.
When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Johannesburg?
Prices for hotels in Johannesburg are refreshed on a daily basis.