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Shoestrings Airport LodgevsDiamond Diggers Backpackers
Diamond Diggers Backpackers and Shoestrings Airport Lodge are both rated highly by professional travelers. On balance, Diamond Diggers Backpackers ranks slightly higher than Shoestrings Airport Lodge. Diamond Diggers Backpackers ranks #24 in Johannesburg with endorsements from 2 publications like Rough Guide, Lonely Planet.
Shoestrings Airport Lodge
Rough Guide
Kempton Park, South Africa
From $27/night
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Free Parking
- Free airport transportation
"Occupying a large plot within sight of the airport (but surprisingly quiet) with decent dorm beds and private rooms."
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
"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."
"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