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Diamond Diggers BackpackersvsBrown Sugar Backpackers
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Diamond Diggers Backpackers is the choice of most professionals compared to Brown Sugar Backpackers. Diamond Diggers Backpackers scores 72 with recommendations from 2 reviews like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
Diamond Diggers Backpackers
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
36 Doris Street, Kensington, Johannesburg, South Africa
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Outdoor pool
Rough Guide "Boasting a dramatic view of the inner-city skyline, this cheap but clean and organized lodge is not too far from the airport and downtown Jo’burg."
Lonely Planet "This backpackers is OK, with a variety of dorms and doubles spread over a couple of different houses... but the atmosphere is subdued and the bathrooms have seen better days." Full review
Brown Sugar Backpackers Lonely Planet Rough Guide
75 Observatory Avenue, Observatory, Johannesburg 2198, South Africa
From $0/night
- 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."
