Hotels in Soweto

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How to find the best hotel deals in Soweto

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How to find the best hotel deal in Soweto

  • You've found the right flight. Now let the same clever search engine find you the sharpest rates on Soweto hotels. These tips will get you one step closer to packing your bags.

  • Save on your Soweto hotel and get first pick of what's on offer by booking early. You'll also have more time to weigh your options and choose the perfect place.

  • However, you could still come across last-minute deals. Although prices tend to rise closer to your stay, some places drop rates a day or two before to avoid rooms sitting empty, especially during low season.

  • Stay flexible with your dates, snag better rates. Search for hotels across different seasons or months. Even booking on weekdays (instead of weekends) can lead to big savings.

  • Avoid the risk of extra fees by searching for stays that offer free cancellation. If your dates shift or a better deal comes along, you can cancel your booking without penalty.

Where to stay in Soweto

Central Soweto

  • Central Soweto places you right in the heart of it all. If sightseeing is a big part of your plans, stay at any of these hotels and be moments from some classic attractions.

  • Spend your stay at Ekuthuleni Guest House - Soweto if you want to be nice and close to Soweto. Roughly 3 kilometres from this leading sight, this Soweto hotel puts you close to the action.

  • When it comes to accommodation options close to Walter Sisulu Square, Emthonjeni Bed & Breakfast gets bonus points for being both comfy and convenient. Unpack your bags at this Soweto hotel and you'll be about 5 kilometres away.

  • Or experience the city at its best from one of the hotels near June 16 Memorial Acre. Soweto Boutique Hotel is 3 kilometres or so from this top sight.

When to go to Soweto

  • Think about the type of weather you prefer before you go. With maximum highs of 30ºC, October brings the warmest conditions.

  • July is the coolest month, with lows of 3ºC.

  • Prefer to leave the umbrella at home? Search for Soweto hotels in June. It's the driest time to visit, with one day of rain on average.

  • It's rainiest in December, which gets around 13 days of wet weather.

Best hotels with a pool

  • Add a splash of fun to your getaway with a pool. If you pick a city hotel, expect indoor or rooftop options. Resorts? They usually step things up with sprawling outdoor layouts and maybe even a swim-up bar. There are at least five pool hotels in Soweto perfect for your next escape.

  • Unwinding by the water is part of the experience at Road Lodge Southgate. With an outdoor swimming pool, air conditioning and a laundry, this Soweto hotel has all the perks to make your visit enjoyable.

  • Ecotel Southgate gives you plenty of reasons to bring your swimsuit and goggles. Settle into this popular option and take advantage of an outdoor swimming pool, internet access and parking.

  • Or add a little play to your getaway at Dobsonville Motel. You'll have access to an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant and parking at this hotel.

Finding cheap hotels in Soweto: FAQs

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Soweto with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.

Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is Rs4,867 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for Rs5,698 per night.

The average price of a hotel during the week is Rs14,082 per night, and the average price on weekends is Rs13,826. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Soweto could be Saturday.

We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Saturday is the cheapest day to stay in Soweto. And the most expensive day seems to be Friday

The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Soweto is September, with an average price of Rs12,795 per night. The most expensive month is May, when the average room rate can rise to Rs18,508 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.

The average price of a hotel in September is Rs12,795 per night, which is around 17% lower than the rest of the year.
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