Where are you sleeping this summer during the World Cup?
This summer the 19th World Cup championships will be held in South Africa. From the 11th of June 2010 with the final match on the 11th of July 2010 Johannesburg turns into a football paradise. There are about 190,000 foreign visitors expected visit and will all need a place to sleep.
For all you football maniacs and partners who are dragged along or want to see South Africa, Hostelsclub.com has made a list with the top hostels during the World Cup games:
The Terrylin Backpackers is a big and clean hostel with a large garden and outside swimming pool. Terrylin backpackers have dorms and private rooms and availability to be easily found online. Book Terrylin Backpackers now
Hostel Thatchery lies about 30 minutes from the center of Johannesburg and is therefore the perfect place to stay during the World Cup. Thatchery has dorm pricing including breakfast. Hostel Thatchery is located in the West Rand near the stadiums; Ellis Park, Loftus Versveld, Soccer City (Soweto), and Royal Bafokeng Stadium. Book Hostel Tatchery now
Then there is Hostel Ball n Kicka centrally located, and within no time you can be at all the sights of Johannesburg. Johannesburg is known for it's wild nightlife, culture, architecture and vibrant atmosphere. Hostel Ball n Kicka offers you the “real” African adventure. Book Hostel Ball n Kicka now
Hostel Budgetbedz lies in the neighbourhood of all attractions as well as the football stadiums. Hostel Budgetbedz is a clean, safe and cozy hostel. Hostel Budgetbedz has small cottages with 2 beds in each room. Book Hostel Budgetbedz now
Would you also like to explore some more of South Africa besides watching football? Take a trip to the Kruger Park, this is a huge wild park where you can watch zebra's, giraffes' elephants and many other animals. Book a hostel in Kruger Park
Finally, Capetown is worth a visit, and you'll forget for a second that you are in Africa as this is another side of Africa. You can walk through the trendiest streets with shopping malls, posh restaurants, and cafe's. The vibrant atmosphere here makes you to especially appreciate this city. Rent a car for a day and visit the Cape of Good Hope. Stand on the Table mountain or if you are looking for more adventure go diving with sharks!