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

These dorm-style accommodations come in many different forms, but they have a few qualities in common, including low prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

Based on our customers’ reviews, these hostels in Johannesburg have the highest ratings: Fourways Boarding Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. You’ll find showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a bar. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Randburg Boarding Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. You’ll find showers and free WiFi in all rooms. Sunny Lodge - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Rosebank Boarding Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Johannesburg, one of Expedia’s 21 hostels could be a great option.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually January and October with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are July and June with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Johannesburg is 31 inches.

Depending on what you’re interested in, you might appreciate the area around Johannesburg. Get out into nature with places like Johannesburg Botanical Garden, Emmarentia Dam, and Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Museum Africa, Johannesburg Art Gallery, and Constitution Hill. Visit landmarks like Mandela House, Freedom Park Heritage Site & Museum, and Kruger Museum.

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 O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), 12.8 mi (20.6 km) away. Another option is Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA), situated 19.9 mi (32 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transit to get around. You can access metro transit at Ellis Park Station, Rosebank Station, and Rhodesfield Station. Train stations like Johannesburg Park Station and Johannesburg Sandton Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.