Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & SpavsLebo's Soweto Backpackers
Both hotels are highly recommended by experts. Overall, Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa scores marginally better than Lebo's Soweto Backpackers. Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa comes in at 73 with praise from 3 reviews such as Fodor's, Afar Magazine and Hideaway Report.
Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa
1 Alma Road, (Off Bowling Avenue), Sandton 2052, South Africa
From $190/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's
"In a residential area, this gracious boutique hotel was once a private home owned by the Oppenheimer family." Full review
Afar Magazine
"It’s all about Old World elegance at Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa." Full review
Hideaway Report
94.0
"Distinguished boutique hotel occupying a former private villa amid tranquil, parklike grounds in the northern suburb of Sandton." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This tranquil, suburban oasis bulges with jacaranda blooms and pea-green parakeets that flit about its grounds." Full review
Lebo's Soweto Backpackers
10823A Pooe Street, Orlando West, Johannesburg 1804, South Africa
From $0/night
- 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 Planet
Top 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