We werent going to consider going to Pretoria but we are really glad that we did. When you imagine South Africa - most people think about safari's and table mountain. It was great seeing a real city with real people - North South is located in Hatfield (which is where the University is located). There are lots of bars and... more

We stayed at North South backpackers in Sept while travelling around South Africa. The house itself is well looked after, we were really impressed by the beautiful gardens and the pool. The hostel was clean (not like many of the others we came across in SA) and the staff were friendly and able to give us information about Pretoria and... more

I have travelled to many hostels throughout the world, my experience at North South Backpackers is one of the most warm and memorable. I stayed there in a dorm with 4 beds for 2 weeks. The staff was very warm and friendly, they were concerned about everybody’s welfare. Our bedding was changed on a daily basis. For a small fee... more

We arrived by a hostel arranged airport pick up. the place is clean and has a great vibe. Big garden with pool and the staff were very helpfull. The location is fantastic. We booked a Kruger park tour from their tour office and came back 4 days later and stayed 2 more days before our departure to the airport. We... more

Arrived at 11pm and despite receiving numerous e mails confirming the room it was not ready. There was a room available but had to wait while it was prepared. Rooms and bathrooms were very basic and bathrooms could have done with better cleaning. The rooms were cold but it was winter so I guess this can't be helped. The staff... more

I booked the hostel through HostelWorld but despite this, they sent me an email saying that they wouldn't secure my booking until I had emailed over my credit card details so they could debit my account incase I didn't turn up. I did this, as it was the Lions Tour and I didn't want to risk having no where to... more

Chose to stay at North South due to its low cost when compared to other hostels in the immediate area. The place is pretty simple, the rooms tidy and plain. The grounds are moderately kept-up. The 'reception area' if you could call it that was very drab and dingy. The hostel is surrounded by a shoddy looking brick fence with... more