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Lakeview Backpackers

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23.9km from city centre - Show on Map
9.0
Superb 196
  • Wonderful Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$12.23

Lakeview Backpackers offers all you need for a good nights rest. Come and relax next to our pool and enjoy the comfortable rooms and lounging areas.... More...

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Once in Joburg

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1.3km from city centre - Show on Map
8.8
Fabulous 370
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$15.59

Once in Joburg is set in the popular tourist hub of Johannesburg Inner City offering both, private and dormitory accommodation as well as a vibrant atmosphere.... More...

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Johannesburg Backpackers

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7.2km from city centre - Show on Map
8.7
Fabulous 169
  • Wonderful Location
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$10.19

Joburg Backpackers is located in a spacious, newly renovated house in the trendy and safe area of Emmarentia, Joburg Backpackers promises to make your stay comfortable and fun... More...

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Backpackers Connection @ JNB Airport

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28.1km from city centre - Show on Map
9.4
Superb 9
  • Wonderful Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$11.89

Backpackers connection @ JNB Airport is the accommodation for all those travellers who look for the best in a great location and good price. Welcome to South Africa!... More...

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Curiocity Backpackers

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1.6km from city centre - Show on Map
8.7
Fabulous 828
  • Wonderful Location
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$14.26

Curiocity Backpackers is located in Johannesburg's neighbourhood Maboneng. It's a great area to start exploring this vibrant city. Dorms come with lockers and desk.... More...

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Urban BackPackers

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0.7km from city centre - Show on Map
7.8
Very good 79
  • Wonderful Location
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$10.19

Offering a range of private and shared rooms, free wifi, 24 hour front desk and security Urban BackPackers is the place to be in Johannesburg.... More...

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2B Happy Accommodation

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4.9km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 34
US$13.59

2B Happy Accommodation is the place to stay in Johannesburg for people who like to interact with other travelers and local people,... More...

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Brown Sugar Backpackers

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4.7km from city centre - Show on Map
8.6
Fabulous 622
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$13.59

Brown Sugar is housed in a safe and secure mansion just 15 mins from the airport & 10 from the city centre...... More...

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Ghandi Backpackers Lodge

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3.1km from city centre - Show on Map
8.7
Fabulous 236
  • Wonderful Location
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$13.59

Ghandi backpackers lodge offers luxurious accommodation in a beautiful historical house which was build in 1889-situated on the infamous langemann koppie it is central to all major routes around Johan... More...

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Rosebank Lodge

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6.8km from city centre - Show on Map
6.3
Good 101
  • Wonderful Location
  • Marvellous Staff
Free WiFi
US$9.37

Rosebank Backpackers is situated within walking distance of the Rosebank Gautrain train Station that links to Sandton City and OR Tambo Airport.
This is the ultimate area to stay in for all people c... More...

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12 Decades Johannesburg Art Hotel

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1.4km from city centre - Show on Map
8.9
Fabulous 3
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
US$30.87

12 Decades Johannesburg Art Hotel offers nice and comfortable rooms.... More...

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Premiere Classe Hotel Apartment

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7.9km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$35.66

Welcome to Premiere Classe Suites Hotel close to Melrose Arch, the perfect base for a long or short stay in johannesburg...... More...

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Garden Top Hotel

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4.9km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$28.87

The Garden Top Hotel is proud to be a part of the rebirth and rediscovery of central Johannesburg, situated in the illustrious suburb of Bezuidenhout Valley...... More...

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HomeBase Melville

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5km from city centre - Show on Map
8.5
Fabulous 269
  • Wonderful Location
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$12.23

HomeBase Melville is your ideal base in the vibrant heart of gold in Africa Johannesburg... More...

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Lebo's Soweto Backpackers

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13.7km from city centre - Show on Map
10.0
Superb 239
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
US$12.57

Welcome to Lebo's!
We are located in an established suburb of Soweto, with a rich history. The backpacker's provides a unique experiences for travellers to experiences 'township life'.... More...

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Bed and Breakfast

Campbell's Boarding House

Bed and Breakfast
7.4km from city centre - Show on Map
8.7
Fabulous 2
  • Wonderful Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
US$11.72

Campbell's Boarding House offers private accommodation in a lovely suburb of Johannesburg.... More...

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Accoustix Backpackers Hostel

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11.6km from city centre - Show on Map
6.2
Good 113
US$10.53

THE BACKPACKER
Accoustix Backpacker and Sleek Travel situated in Randburg, Johannesburg has been supplying valued accommodation to thousands of Local and International Clients for more than 12 years.... More...

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Lodge @ 134

Apartment
10.3km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$12.40

The second-floor townhouse apartment is situated in the south of Johannesburg in the suburb of Alan Manor.... More...

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The Backpackers Ritz of Johannesburg

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8.2km from city centre - Show on Map
6.6
Good 145
  • Perfect Location
  • Marvellous Staff
US$13.59

The Backpackers Ritz of Johannesburg is situated in large mansion with huge beautiful gardens in the safe Northern Suburbs.

Our experienced, helpful staff at the Afritours Travel Desk will help you... More...

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Marion Lodge

Bed and Breakfast
12.1km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 3
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$47.55

Welcome to Marion Lodge! Your quality accommodation in a stylish suburb and elegant surroundings centrally located in the heart of Sandton, Johannesburg.... More...

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Afrique Boutique Hotel O.R Tambo

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19.9km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 1
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$42.45

Afrique Boutique Hotel is a luxury hotel just a short drive from the airport. We are looking forward to welcoming you here.... More...

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Fourways Hostel & Boarding House.

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20km from city centre - Show on Map
2.6
Rating 25
US$18.34

Fourways Hostel & Boarding House is 500 meters from Monte Casino, the BRT Gautrain, Bus Stop and the Fourways shopping Emporium. We offer cheap simple accommodation with no frills at a great pr... More...

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Miraton Accommodation

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18.6km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 1
Free WiFi
US$12.91

Miraton Accommodation is an affordable, peaceful and comfortable accommodation for individual and group from 2 -45 guest with quality service in JHB, South Africa.... More...

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Johannesburg, South Africa's largest city, is dynamic, energetic and full of things to do. Here, you can go bungee jumping off a cooling tower one day, and explore an amusement park built on a former goldmine the next. The inner city neighbourhoods are hotbeds of art, live music and culture, while the peaceful northern suburbs are known for purple-blossomed jacaranda trees and lush parks where ibises strut freely. It's also a great place to learn about South Africa's apartheid history, with lots of interesting museums tackling it head-on.

Hostels in Johannesburg are fun and friendly. You can stay in a '70s mansion built by a mafia boss, a traditional wooden lodge or a concept hostel with rooms designed by local artists. Usually they have grounds for relaxing outdoors and learning the art of the South African braai (barbecue). Free events such as walking tours are a great way to see the city with an in-the-know local. Many Johannesburg hostels offer free airport transfers, as well as the standard free Wi-Fi.

The tree-lined streets and art galleries of Johannesburg's northern suburbs are well worth exploring. One of its neighbourhoods is Rosebank, which is known for modern bars and restaurants. As well as upscale shopping malls, there's also a daily African Craft Market where you'll find handmade souvenirs. In the city centre, Braamfontein is a cute little enclave lined with street art, third-wave coffee shops and independent boutiques selling locally designed clothes and trinkets.

The best way to get an overview of Johannesburg is with the hop-on, hop-off bus tour. One of the stops is the Carlton Centre, the tallest building in Africa, with a viewing deck on the 50th floor where you can see right across the city. Another is the arty Braamfontein neighbourhood. The city's famous Soweto township is home to historic attractions like Nelson Mandela's house as well as the buzzing Locrate Market, with its street food stalls and live music. 

The easiest way to reach Johannesburg from OR Tambo International Airport is to take the Gautrain to Sandton in the northern suburbs. There are two public buses a day from the airport's bus station to the city centre, run by Metrobus and Putco, although there are private coaches too from companies like Magic Bus, Luxliner and Airport Link which you can book in advance. There are two bus services, or you can use ride-sharing apps such as Uber or metered taxis to get around.

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About Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa's largest city, is dynamic, energetic and full of things to do. Here, you can go bungee jumping off a cooling tower one day, and explore an amusement park built on a former goldmine the next. The inner city neighbourhoods are hotbeds of art, live music and culture, while the peaceful northern suburbs are known for purple-blossomed jacaranda trees and lush parks where ibises strut freely. It's also a great place to learn about South Africa's apartheid history, with lots of interesting museums tackling it head-on.

Hostels in Johannesburg are fun and friendly. You can stay in a '70s mansion built by a mafia boss, a traditional wooden lodge or a concept hostel with rooms designed by local artists. Usually they have grounds for relaxing outdoors and learning the art of the South African braai (barbecue). Free events such as walking tours are a great way to see the city with an in-the-know local. Many Johannesburg hostels offer free airport transfers, as well as the standard free Wi-Fi.

The tree-lined streets and art galleries of Johannesburg's northern suburbs are well worth exploring. One of its neighbourhoods is Rosebank, which is known for modern bars and restaurants. As well as upscale shopping malls, there's also a daily African Craft Market where you'll find handmade souvenirs. In the city centre, Braamfontein is a cute little enclave lined with street art, third-wave coffee shops and independent boutiques selling locally designed clothes and trinkets.

The best way to get an overview of Johannesburg is with the hop-on, hop-off bus tour. One of the stops is the Carlton Centre, the tallest building in Africa, with a viewing deck on the 50th floor where you can see right across the city. Another is the arty Braamfontein neighbourhood. The city's famous Soweto township is home to historic attractions like Nelson Mandela's house as well as the buzzing Locrate Market, with its street food stalls and live music. 

The easiest way to reach Johannesburg from OR Tambo International Airport is to take the Gautrain to Sandton in the northern suburbs. There are two public buses a day from the airport's bus station to the city centre, run by Metrobus and Putco, although there are private coaches too from companies like Magic Bus, Luxliner and Airport Link which you can book in advance. There are two bus services, or you can use ride-sharing apps such as Uber or metered taxis to get around.

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