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Set in Soweto, 13 km from Apartheid Museum, Lebo's Soweto Backpackers offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi. Guests can make use of a bar. The hostel offers a children's playground. You can play billiards at Lebo's Soweto Backpackers, and the area is popular for cycling. Gold Reef City Casino is 13 km from the accommodation, while Gold Reef City is 14 km from the property. O.R. Tambo International Airport is 38 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

FREE private parking!


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.5
High score for Soweto

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ishmael
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff is friendly and helpful. The place it's self is the best.
  • Vilakazi
    South Africa South Africa
    To meet different people and the food was delicious
  • Tshepo
    South Africa South Africa
    It's very pleasant you kind of forget that you still in the city.
  • Motloung
    South Africa South Africa
    The building of the structure it gives curiosity to check it out. I liked that. The bar and restaurant are outside, and when I arrived to check in, there were live performances nice. I enjoyed the tuk tuk ride☺️, it was my first time riding...
  • Kristina
    Germany Germany
    The staff is exceptionally friendly, every day with a smile! I also love the beautiful garden, their food and drinks and that it feels like home.
  • Sebastian
    Germany Germany
    I really liked the Lebos Backpacker accommodation, the rooms are big enough and clean. The outdoor area is particularly great with very comfortable seating in reggae style. The music event with great bands and artists was really great and...
  • Neo
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff was friendly and very accommodative, we loved the nice African feeling and cleanliness of the rooms it was adequate, we loved how the staff was checking up on us BIG UP TO THAT. Also, my family and I would love to personally like to...
  • Sue
    Malta Malta
    Exceptional experience staying in Soweto in such a friendly and safe environment and experiencing their food, music and dance. The bike tour by Linda was so informative where we got in touch with the locals who stole part of our heart. Greatly...
  • Mercia
    Namibia Namibia
    Everything about Lebos Soweto Backpackers is wow 10/10
  • Munaffal
    Angola Angola
    The staff was very friendly and willing to help all the time

Property surroundings

Facilities of Lebo's Soweto Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cycling
  • Billiards
  • Children's playground

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Tour desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
    Additional charge

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms

Wellness

  • Yoga classes

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Lebo's Soweto Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 01:00 and 04:00
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 50 is required on arrival. That's about £2. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 100 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Lebo's Soweto Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A damage deposit of ZAR 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Lebo's Soweto Backpackers

  • Check-in at Lebo's Soweto Backpackers is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Lebo's Soweto Backpackers is 3.7 miles from the centre of Soweto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Lebo's Soweto Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Lebo's Soweto Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Children's playground
    • Billiards
    • Evening entertainment
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Cooking class
    • Yoga classes
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture