Lebo's Soweto BackpackersvsGemini Backpackers Lodge
Both properties are rated very highly by writers. Overall, Lebo's Soweto Backpackers ranks marginally better than Gemini Backpackers Lodge. Lebo's Soweto Backpackers has a TripExpert Score of 72 with endorsements from 2 reviews like Rough Guide, Lonely Planet.
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
Gemini Backpackers Lodge
1 Van Gelder Road, Johannesburg 2160, South Africa
From $0/night
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Fitness Center
- Free Parking
- Outdoor pool
Lonely Planet
"This is like a mini-backpackers empire, on rambling grounds with a pub, lounges, a snooker and pool table, a gym, a travel desk, a tennis court and swimming pool, and a huge DVD library...." Full review
Rough Guide
"Rambling suburban property near Kew in the northeast of the city. There are dorms, double rooms and all kinds of extras such as a full-sized snooker table, free internet and a rudimentary gym."