Lebo's Soweto BackpackersvsBrown Sugar Backpackers
Both Lebo's Soweto Backpackers and Brown Sugar Backpackers are rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Lebo's Soweto Backpackers is preferred by most reviewers compared to Brown Sugar Backpackers. Lebo's Soweto Backpackers ranks #31 in Johannesburg with praise from 2 reviews including Rough Guide, Lonely Planet.
Lebo's Soweto Backpackers
Rough Guide
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New York Times
10823A Pooe Street, Orlando West, Johannesburg 1804, South Africa
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- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Rough Guide "One of the country’s few black-owned backpacker hostels, with dorms, singles, doubles and camping. Walking and cycling tours, and volunteer opportunities in Soweto are also available."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Lebo is the host of the best hostel in Soweto... It’s a healthy walk from the Vilakazi St action, but guests love the shaded beer garden, restaurant and pool table. Dorms are neat and clean." Full review
New York Times "Lebo's Soweto Backpackers offers simple, safe accommodation. Four- and six-bed shared dorm rooms start at 220 rand per night, and private double rooms with an en suite bathroom start at..."
National GeographicBrown Sugar Backpackers Lonely Planet Rough Guide
75 Observatory Avenue, Observatory, Johannesburg 2198, South Africa
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- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet "In a large mansion that looks like a miniature castle and is actually the former home of a 1970s gangster, this place is a whole bunch of fun with decent rooms... great views and a good tour agency." Full review
Rough Guide "A notorious hostel on Observatory Ridge... Come here for a fast-track introduction to Jo’burg’s hedonistic nightlife rather than comfort or chilled-out vibes."
