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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 €9 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 24 April 2025
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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
Airport shuttle
€9
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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
Parking
€9
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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
€11
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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
€16
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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
Parking
Airport shuttle
€47
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Gallo Manor Executive Bed & Breakfast
Gallo Manor Executive Bed & Breakfast

Gallo Manor Executive Bed & Breakfast

23 Canterbury Crescent, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
16.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€44
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Hyde Park Guest House
Hyde Park Guest House

Hyde Park Guest House

28B Third Road, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
8.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€83
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Elizabeth Manor Guest House
Elizabeth Manor Guest House

Elizabeth Manor Guest House

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
10.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
€58
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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
€56
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
€27
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
€124
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Where to stay in Johannesburg

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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 24 April 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Johannesburg?

    €19/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 April is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Johannesburg hostels for as low as €7/night. In general, Johannesburg hostels for €17 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Johannesburg?

    Based on our data, Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is the best Johannesburg hostel, with a rating of 8.0/10 from 1,439 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is the nearest hostel in Johannesburg to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, at a distance of 19.1 km.

  • Should I stay in a Johannesburg hostel?

    Staying in a Johannesburg hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in Johannesburg tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

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