CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg | Hostel in Johannesburg

| 8.0 (937 Reviews) |   42 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  14 Guests
Downtown Johannesburg Hostel | CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg

42 Bedroom Hostel in Downtown Johannesburg, Johannesburg

Offering accommodations in Johannesburg, CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg has a splash pool, BBQ facilities and a bar. The property offers bicycles for guests to rent. There is also a games room and free parking for guests. Guests can prepare their own meals in the shared kitchen which is fully equipped with an oven and fridge. CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg offers a range of activities including city walking tours, township tours in Soweto and public art walks. The hostel is 5.6 mi from Gold Reef City & Casino, and 3.1 mi from Rhodes Park. Nelson Mandela Square is 9.9 mi from CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg, while OR Tambo Airport is 13 mi away.

CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg is located in Johannesburg.

This 42 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Transportation/Shuttle, Sports/Activities, Entertainment, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 937 reviews with the average score of 8 . Coming to Johannesburg and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Parking
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Fruit
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Coffee house on site
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Parking
  • Free parking
  • Street parking
  • Parking
  • Parking on site
Activities
  • Bar crawls
  • Hiking
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Walking tours
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Game room
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Game drives
  • Stand-up comedy
  • Darts
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Bike tours
  • Cycling
  • Pool table
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Karaoke
  • Themed dinners
  • Happy hour
  • Ping-pong
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Safe
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Guest Services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shuttle service
  • Lockers
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour desk
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • ATM on site
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
  • Sun deck
  • Picnic area
Security/Safety
  • Security alarm
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-off
  • Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.46
Location:
8.19
Staff:
8.92
Facilities:
7.85
Comfort:
7.97
Cleanliness:
8.03
Kay
Aug 25, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
Lesotho
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 7 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Bathroom

Shower, Shared toilet, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

Living Area

Desk

General

Ironing facilities, Fan, Reading light, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Services

Wake-up service

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 10 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Twin Room

Bathroom

Shower, Shared toilet, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

Living Area

Desk

General

Ironing facilities, Fan, Reading light, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Services

Wake-up service

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Loft
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Loft

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

General

Ironing facilities, Fan, Reading light, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Services

Wake-up service

View

Inner courtyard view, Pool view

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

Living Area

Desk

General

Lockers, Ironing facilities, Fan, Reading light, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Services

Wake-up service

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 35 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared toilet, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

Living Area

Desk

General

Lockers, Ironing facilities, Fan, Reading light, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Services

Wake-up service

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 15 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Guest bathroom, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

Living Area

Desk

General

Lockers, Ironing facilities, Fan, Reading light, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Services

Wake-up service

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

Living Area

Desk

General

Lockers, Ironing facilities, Fan, Reading light, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Services

Wake-up service

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Bed in Premium 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Body soap, Shampoo

Living Area

Desk

General

Lockers, Ironing facilities, Fan, Reading light, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Services

Wake-up service

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Deluxe King Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 42 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Free toiletries

Living Area

Sofa, Desk

General

Ironing facilities, Fan, Reading light, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor furniture

View

Inner courtyard view, Pool view

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Sofa bed, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool
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