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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 month to book a hostel in Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Johannesburg is November (₹ 68,281). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Johannesburg is December (₹ 313,856).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Johannesburg?

The cheapest day to stay in Johannesburg is Thursday (₹ 79,846). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 242,923.

How much is a hostel in Johannesburg tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Johannesburg tonight starting as low as ₹ 1,087, rising to an average cost of ₹ 2,759, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 1,624 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 ₹ 1,088/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 1,088/night. For a 4-star hostel in Johannesburg, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 1,626/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 ₹ 944 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 14 July 2025
Out of the hostels in Johannesburg we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
Rosebank Hostel
Rosebank Hostel

Rosebank Hostel

217 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
6.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 944
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
₹ 1,116
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
₹ 1,631
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
₹ 2,918
Avg. per night
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Over The Moon Guesthouse
Over The Moon Guesthouse

Over The Moon Guesthouse

229 Frederick Drive, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
9.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 8,668
Avg. per night
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Luxury Apartment in Sandown
Luxury Apartment in Sandown

Luxury Apartment in Sandown

128 Patricia Road, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
11.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 8,497
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
₹ 1,631
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
₹ 6,523
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 14 July 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 14 July 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Johannesburg?

    Hostels in Johannesburg will cost ₹ 1,786 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 796 per night. A good deal on a Johannesburg hostel would be ₹ 1,555 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in April may be more expensive, whereas booking in November is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in Johannesburg?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Johannesburg, Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is currently the best, based on 1,458 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.0/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg is 19.1 km away from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, making it the closest Johannesburg hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • Should I stay in a Johannesburg hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Johannesburg hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Johannesburg.

  • Does Johannesburg have hostels with “Airport shuttle” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there is 1 hostel in Johannesburg with “Airport shuttle” listed as an amenity, the most popular being Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg (based on user data).

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