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CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel in Johannesburg with Hot tub and bar/lounge

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Terrace/patio
Perpetual Liberty 1996-2006 | Shared kitchen
Living area
Perpetual Liberty 1996-2006
Billiards

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$65
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov

Explore the area

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302 Fox Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2094
  • Place, Ellis Park Stadium
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Johannesburg City Hall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Gold Reef City Casino
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (2)

Floor plan

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (2)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (2)

Floor plan

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (2)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the top floor
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Floor plan

The Loft

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Bed in 8-Bed Female Domitory Room

Floor plan

Bed in 8-Bed Female Domitory Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the top floor
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Floor plan

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Johannesburg

CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel puts you in the heart of Johannesburg, steps from Museum of African Design and within a 15-minute stroll of Ellis Park Stadium. Highlights at this hostel include free self-parking, a bar/lounge and Access to hot tub. .The HideOut Bar serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. Enjoy access to bike hire and hiking/biking trails. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Johannesburg CBD hostel include Gold Reef City Casino and Rosebank Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Ellis Park Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carlton Centre - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Johannesburg City Hall - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Gold Reef City Casino - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Rosebank Mall - 9 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Ellis Park Station - 10 min walk
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 14 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downtown Jo'burg - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sphere Monk - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪12 Decades Roof Top Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Home Of The Bean - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pata Pata - ‬2 min walk

About this property

CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel

Hostel in Johannesburg with Hot tub and bar/lounge
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A hot tub, a library, and a terrace are also featured at CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Johannesburg hostel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel offers 25 accommodations with a safe and a ceiling fan. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 60 for adults and ZAR 60 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The HideOut Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately ZAR 60 for adults and from ZAR 60 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300 per person (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Curiocity Backpackers Hostel Johannesburg
Curiocity Backpackers Hostel
Curiocity Backpackers Johannesburg
Curiocity Backpackers
CURIOCITY Johannesburg
CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel Johannesburg
CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel?

CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel?

As of 26 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel on 31 Oct 2025 start from AU$65.31, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel?

Yep, CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

What makes CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel.

Does CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at CURIOCITY Johannesburg - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.