Hostels in Johannesburg - Gauteng

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for exploring. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its museums and entertainment venues.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but they have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Johannesburg, one of Expedia’s 29 hostels could be a great option.

Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and October, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Johannesburg is 799 mm.

In general, Johannesburg is known for its safari tours, football matches and museums. Major attractions include Montecasino. Get out into nature with places such as Johannesburg Botanical Garden, Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden and Krugersdorp Game Reserve. Cultural attractions include Constitution Hill, Apartheid Museum and Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Johannesburg in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.), 12.8 mi (20.6 km) away. Another option is Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria), which is 19.9 mi (32 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you may want to make use of public transport. You can access metro transport at Ellis Park Station, Rosebank Station and Rhodesfield Station. Train stations such as Johannesburg Park Station and Johannesburg Sandton Station make it easy to discover more of the surrounding area.