Hostels in Pretoria, South Africa

4 hostels available. Prices start from $6.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Pretoria

1322 Backpackers International

Hatfield
Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Solo Traveller
"…There is no space for campers here, though. The shared toilets and showers have twenty-four-hour hot water and have plenty of toilet paper, soap, and hand towels. Common Spaces As this is a … More
"…Out front, just inside the security gate, there is parking space for about half a dozen cars. Summary One gripe is that there are no mosquito nets and there are mosquitoes here, so cover up … More
Youth Hostel
"…We offer a variety of amenities to make your stay with us as comfortable as possible. Laundry service, free WIFI, communal kitchen for self-catering needs. We have not one but two pizza ovens, … More
"…The Location Many travelers use Pretoria as their landing or leaving spot in South Africa in preference to Johannesburg and its proximity and easy access to the airport and bus station. Almeida … More

Hotels in Pretoria

Hotel 224


Free Breakfast
"…The deck is the perfect setting for a relaxed lunch or evening cocktails, an oasis in the concrete jungle. Ascend to the top of the building and you will find one of the most impressive venues in … More

Hostels in Pretoria, South Africa

4 hostels available. Prices start from $12.00 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Pretoria (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Pretoria.

 Nelson Mandela Statue, Union Buildings

Known as the 'Jacaranda City' due to the many jacaranda trees lining its streets, Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa, is a tidy and pleasant city. From Pretoria, it is convenient to make numerous day trips and get those all-important visas for onward travels. Home to a number of universities, including the University of Pretoria, the city has a relaxed, campus feel about it. For that reason, many travelers prefer to stay in a hostel here rather than in the hustle of neighboring Johannesburg, which makes a fun day trip from Pretoria. The transportation system around the city and to Johannesburg is excellent, with the Gautrain, metro buses, and minibuses doing the 60-kilometer trip to Jo'Burg all day long. Although it doesn't have the high profile tourist sights that Jo'Burg does, Pretoria does boast the magnificent Union Buildings with a huge statue of Nelson Mandela in the gardens, the Palace of Justice and the Voortrekker monument. There are a handful of museums here also: the Natural History Museum, Pretoria Art Museum, Cultural History Museum and the Kruger Museum. A number of parks and gardens are scattered around the city as well so that you're never far from a green space. Pretoria also houses most of the world's countries' embassies, which is convenient for visa collectors and world travelers.

Tourists looking for hostels in Pretoria should head for the eastern suburb of Hatfield. Gautrain has a station in Hatfield while the metro has its Hartbeesspruit station there, so it's very easy to get to and from the centre and Jo'Burg. Buses and minibuses trundle the streets as well. There are a lot of budget accommodations in this area as it is close to the University of Pretoria. Arcadia Street has international-standard hostels that serve backpackers all year long. They are of a high caliber with excellent facilities. There are also many student hostels in this area that have beds available for international travelers during the school holidays. Arcadia Street is close to Hatfield and The Fields shopping malls that offer supermarkets, international bank ATMs, restaurants and fast food outlets. As the hostels are self-catering, it is convenient to have these commercial options available within 10 to 15 minutes' walking distance. The hostels provide a comfortable haven, a meeting point for travelers, useful information centers, as well as the opportunity to organize trips to some of the country's national parks.

Written by local enthusiast for Pretoria hostels

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Pretoria Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Pretoria, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 4
Average dorm price $19
Average private room price $27
Cheapest hostel in Pretoria Pumbas Backpackers with $12
Party hostels in Pretoria 1322 Backpackers International (1 in total)
Most Pretoria hostels are located in Hatfield
Average rating of all hostels 7.6

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