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Curiocity Durban

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0.7km from city centre - Show on Map
8.8
Fabulous 244
  • Wonderful Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$14.07

Curiocity Durban is a new urban hip hostel, offering private premium rooms, dormitories, chill out lounge spaces, an urban spa, free wifi, tours and is a baz bus stop….... More...

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Tekweni Backpackers Hostel

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2.8km from city centre - Show on Map
7.7
Very good 400
  • Perfect Location
  • Marvellous Staff
Free WiFi
US$12.12

Tekweni is located in the centre of Durbans hippest entertainment area: pubs, clubs, retaurants and markets are on the doorstep.... More...

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Durban Backpackers - On the Beach

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11.2km from city centre - Show on Map
9.5
Superb 102
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$14.82

With stunning panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, en-suite doubles with their own TV, cosy dorms with self-catering facilities, a sparkling pool and a scrummy breakfast... More...

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Happy Hippo Accommodation

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2.1km from city centre - Show on Map
7.9
Very good 232
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$14.82

Independent travel at its best. Come and meet a multitude of cultures and nationalities all under one roof. From our colourful design to our rooftop bar, we promise to give you a unique and comfortabl... More...

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Blue Sky Mining Backpackers & Lodge

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29.5km from city centre - Show on Map
9.4
Superb 192
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$10.45

The Blue Sky Mining Backpackers & Lodge is an all year round oasis conveniently situated in a spacious home in Warner Beach, KwaZulu Natal, just 30 km south of Durban...... More...

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Aweh Africa Backpackers

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6.6km from city centre - Show on Map
9.6
Superb 82
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$11.79

Aweh Africa Backpackers is a new, small hostel in Durban North surrounded by lots of nature.... More...

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Smiths Cottage

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5.9km from city centre - Show on Map
9.7
Superb 136
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
US$14.82

Smiths Cottage is a tranquil, upmarket home-from-home, set in a beautiful sub-tropical garden, with affordable traveller's rates...... More...

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Ansteys Beach Backpackers

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7.3km from city centre - Show on Map
7.7
Very good 73
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$10.10

Perfect beach place to relax, unwind and forget about life's daily stresses! 50 metres from beach at Ansteys Beach, a leafy beach suburb 15 kms from Durban city centre.... More...

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Hadeda House Backpackers

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8.2km from city centre - Show on Map
8.0
Fabulous 43
  • Wonderful Location
  • Superb Staff
Free WiFi
US$10.78

Hadeda House Backpackers offers self catering budget accommodation in the leafy and upmarket suburb of Durban North. This home away from home is perfect for the budget conscious traveler. Free WiFi.... More...

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Gibela Backpackers Lodge Durban

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2.7km from city centre - Show on Map
10.0
Superb 82
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$20.20

This place takes a lot of beating. It has tasteful ethnic decor throughout, shower heads the size of dinner plates, bathroom floors you could eat off, and a friendly, personable feel in a secure loca... More...

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Royal Ushaka Hotel Durban North

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8.9km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
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Free WiFi
US$24.24

Welcome to the Royal Ushaka Hotel Durban North Nestled in the quite suburb of Rossburgh..... More...

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Durban is a city of endless summer, averaging 320 days of sunshine each year, and there are plenty of places to make the most of it. Locals flock to the lush botanical gardens and parks for picnics, while surfers spend their days riding the Indian Ocean waves. Durban also has an alternative side, with craft markets and artisan distilleries taking over old warehouse buildings. With its thriving Indian food, street art and homegrown 'gqom' music scenes, there's lots to discover.

Hostels in Durban take advantage of the city's warm, subtropical climate. Most have lush gardens with palm trees (look out for the cheeky monkeys) and many have pools too. Free Wi-Fi is available in most Durban hostels, as well as a light breakfast of cereal and toast. Accommodation options are diverse: you can stay in a private cottage, in a traditional lodge with views over the Indian Ocean and in one of South Africa's longest-running hostels, complete with poolside sports bar.

One of Durban's most popular areas is the Golden Mile, a promenade stretching along the city's North Beach. Pakistani restaurants serve up spicy Tikka to surfers, who are drawn to the beach by its safe swimming and powerful waves. The best area for nightlife is Morningside – especially bar-lined Florida Road, which also has a range of small boutiques, art galleries and coffee shops. Durban Central is the historic heart of the city, with French colonial buildings that are home to museums about the city's maritime history.

For a break from the beach, Durban Botanic Gardens is the oldest in South Africa and is free to enter. You can take a picnic and relax by the lake or in the shade of the country's oldest Jacaranda tree. Adrenaline lovers should head to Moses Mabhida Stadium to ride one of the world's highest swings, covering a 220m arc through the stadium bowl. Another Durban must-do is sampling local street food Bunny Chow – fiery curry served inside a hollowed out loaf of bread. 

King Shaka International Airport is about half an hour from downtown Durban, with privately run shuttle buses and taxis available from the terminal. It's a good idea to chat to your hostel about airport transfers – most offer this service – and ride-sharing apps are popular too. The colourful Durban People Mover bus is the best way to get around, with two routes covering the city centre and beach.

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About Durban

Durban is a city of endless summer, averaging 320 days of sunshine each year, and there are plenty of places to make the most of it. Locals flock to the lush botanical gardens and parks for picnics, while surfers spend their days riding the Indian Ocean waves. Durban also has an alternative side, with craft markets and artisan distilleries taking over old warehouse buildings. With its thriving Indian food, street art and homegrown 'gqom' music scenes, there's lots to discover.

Hostels in Durban take advantage of the city's warm, subtropical climate. Most have lush gardens with palm trees (look out for the cheeky monkeys) and many have pools too. Free Wi-Fi is available in most Durban hostels, as well as a light breakfast of cereal and toast. Accommodation options are diverse: you can stay in a private cottage, in a traditional lodge with views over the Indian Ocean and in one of South Africa's longest-running hostels, complete with poolside sports bar.

One of Durban's most popular areas is the Golden Mile, a promenade stretching along the city's North Beach. Pakistani restaurants serve up spicy Tikka to surfers, who are drawn to the beach by its safe swimming and powerful waves. The best area for nightlife is Morningside – especially bar-lined Florida Road, which also has a range of small boutiques, art galleries and coffee shops. Durban Central is the historic heart of the city, with French colonial buildings that are home to museums about the city's maritime history.

For a break from the beach, Durban Botanic Gardens is the oldest in South Africa and is free to enter. You can take a picnic and relax by the lake or in the shade of the country's oldest Jacaranda tree. Adrenaline lovers should head to Moses Mabhida Stadium to ride one of the world's highest swings, covering a 220m arc through the stadium bowl. Another Durban must-do is sampling local street food Bunny Chow – fiery curry served inside a hollowed out loaf of bread. 

King Shaka International Airport is about half an hour from downtown Durban, with privately run shuttle buses and taxis available from the terminal. It's a good idea to chat to your hostel about airport transfers – most offer this service – and ride-sharing apps are popular too. The colourful Durban People Mover bus is the best way to get around, with two routes covering the city centre and beach.

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