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CURIOCITY Backpackers

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1.6km from city centre - Show on Map
9.0
Superb 901
  • Wonderful Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$14.62

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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Marion Lodge

Bed and Breakfast
12.1km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 3
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$48.73

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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Lebo's Soweto Backpackers

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13.5km from city centre - Show on Map
9.3
Superb 246
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$12.88

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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Brown Sugar Backpackers

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4.6km from city centre - Show on Map
8.5
Fabulous 653
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$13.92

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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Rosebank Lodge

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5.6km from city centre - Show on Map
2.9
Rating 107
Free WiFi
US$9.61

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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Melville House

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5.1km from city centre - Show on Map
9.9
Superb 2
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$13.92

Melville House is located close to the centre of Johannesburg in a vibrant neighbourhood which features a variety of shops, bars and restaurants, all just a short walk from the hostel.... More...

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12 Decades Johannesburg Art Hotel

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1.4km from city centre - Show on Map
8.0
Fabulous 5
  • Wonderful Location
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$22.59

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

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Backpackers Connection @ JNB Airport

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28.1km from city centre - Show on Map
10.0
Superb 48
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$12.18

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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Johannesburg Backpackers

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4.6km from city centre - Show on Map
8.6
Fabulous 175
  • Wonderful Location
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$10.44

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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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$30.63

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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59 On Eighth

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3.6km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$10.44

59 On Eighth offers private and shared rooms in Johannesburg, South Africa, with affordable prices.... More...

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Sleek Backpackers

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11.6km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 83
US$10.41

Our Boarding House is situated in Randburg, Johannesburg, it offers cheap simple accommodation with no frills at a great price. When you arrive the bedroom rooms have 2 single beds in them that are c... More...

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Ghandi Backpackers Lodge

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3.2km from city centre - Show on Map
8.4
Fabulous 238
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$13.92

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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Fernrez@363

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13.5km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 1
Free WiFi
US$11.83

Fernrez@363 is a funky students rez and we happily accommodate travellers from all over the world.... More...

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Campbell's Boarding House

Bed and Breakfast
7.4km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 2
US$12.01

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

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Afrique Boutique Hotel O.R Tambo

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20km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 1
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$43.51

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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Mikasa Sukasa Backpackers

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11.4km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$13.23

Mikasa Sukasa Backpackers offers budget friendly accommodation in central Johannesburg.... More...

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2BHappy Backpackers Lodge

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4.9km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$17.40

2BHappy Backpackers Lodge offers private accommodation with great value!... 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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