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The Tree Top Village Urban Glamping is situated on the main road of St Lucia, surrounded by restaurants and just across the street from the fresh fruit market. The hostel features 2 large swimming pools with sundecks, pool loungers and gazebos. We slept in a tent which was very comfortable! It even had a fan in it. Communal bathrooms and kitchen were clean, staff was really kind. Got some good recommendations for activities and restaurants! Perfect stay

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9
Superb
313 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

Located in Ethels Drive, Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge offers panoramic views over the Northern Drakensberg. The quirky hostel has a rock pool, hot tub and a restaurant. Free WiFi is available.

The individually decorated rooms at Amphitheatre Backpackers are fitted with a fan, tea-and-coffee making facilities, linen and towels. Some of the rooms have access to a communal bathroom. Some rooms are located in converted grain silos, using solar energy to heat the water Clean and friendly front reception

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6.6
Review score
488 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

Situated in Ballito, within 200 metres of Salmon Bay Beach and 31 km of Umhlanga Lighthouse, Ballito Backpackers features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting an ATM, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. Staff were very friendly, room was very clean. Comfortable and very affordable stay close to the beach and restaurants.

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5.9
Review score
947 reviews
Price from
US$16
per night

Situated in Cedara, within 5.8 km of Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve and 6.6 km of Howick Museum, Heights features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 9.4 km from Midmar Dam, 17 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve and 19 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum. The property is non-smoking and is located 6.8 km from Howick Falls.

At the hostel, the rooms come with a wardrobe and a balcony with a mountain view. All rooms will provide guests with a microwave. It was clean and neat. Alit of space. Farm animals 🩷

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6.8
Review score
6 reviews
Price from
US$22
per night

Situated in Durban and with Durban Botanic Gardens reachable within 7.1 km, Streetwise features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is set 7.9 km from Durban ICC, 9.4 km from uShaka Marine World and 10 km from Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve. Umhlanga Lighthouse is 24 km from the hostel and Westridge Park Tennis Stadium is 4.1 km away. The staff member, I think her name was Tendai, she was really nice and cleaned the house properly.

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2.7
Review score
8 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Albert Park Lodge is located in the centre of Durban, 2.8 km from Durban Botanic Gardens. The property is situated 3 km from Durban ICC, 4 km from uShaka Marine World and 5.4 km from Moses Mabhida Stadium. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel, each room is fitted with a desk. Guest rooms at Albert Park Lodge are equipped with a shared bathroom equipped with a shower. Everything ,safety, friendly staff,cleanliness and the gym

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6.8
Review score
34 reviews

Victoria Waterfront Lodge is conveniently located in Durban, and offers a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 1.8 km from uShaka Marine World, 1.2 km from Durban ICC and 4.1 km from Durban Botanic Gardens. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.2 km from Addington Beach.

At the hostel, rooms include a desk. At Victoria Waterfront Lodge all rooms include a shared bathroom with a shower. Its a very good place just you must try putting tvs in each room

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5.8
Review score
64 reviews

Located in Hibberdene, 500 metres from Umzumbe Beach, Mantis and Moon Surf Paradise & Adventure Lodge provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Featuring a shared lounge, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a terrace. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking hostel features a hot tub and entertainment staff. The vibe was amazing The people are so friendly We loved how we can just chill on the premises and play pool , swim en just enjoy good music

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7.8
Good
38 reviews
Price from
US$17
per night

Situated in Bergville, 22 km from Winterton Museum, Wanderlust Bergville features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 40 km from Cathedral Peak Nature Reserve, 49 km from Monks Cowl Country Club and 32 km from Spioenkop Battlefield. The property is non-smoking and is set 35 km from Spioenkop Nature Reserve.

All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, an oven, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. The units at the hostel come with a private bathroom and bed linen. This property is a 3 bedroom house that someone is renting who then is renting it out to people who need a room with shared sitting and kitchen area. nothing to offer but a bed and a place to make some food.

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5
Review score
5 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

Set in Durban, 7.1 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Jackies Guest House offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is located 8 km from Durban ICC, 9.4 km from uShaka Marine World and 10 km from Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve. Umhlanga Lighthouse is 24 km away and Westridge Park Tennis Stadium is 4.2 km from the hostel. Service from the host (Tendai ) very helpful, friendly , approachable despite working with limited resources.

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2.7
Review score
49 reviews
Price from
US$21
per night

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