Blue Waters HotelvsDurban Backpackers - On the Beach
Both Durban Backpackers - On the Beach and Blue Waters Hotel are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Blue Waters Hotel ranks slightly better than Durban Backpackers - On the Beach. Blue Waters Hotel comes in at #22 in Durban with praise from 2 sources such as Rough Guide, Lonely Planet.
Blue Waters Hotel
175 Snell Parade, North Beach, Durban 4001, South Africa
From $40/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet
"At the northern end of the beachfront, away from the madding Promenade crowd, Blue Waters is a classic hotel." Full review
Rough Guide
"A delightful 1950s Durban landmark opposite Battery Beach, with great views onto the oceanfront (every room has a balcony)."
Fodor's
"Ideally located on North Beach, 250 meters from the Suncoast Entertainment Complex, the Blue Waters Hotel is an excellent value." Full review
Durban Backpackers - On the Beach
17 The Promenade, Glenashley, Durban, South Africa
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Beach
- Baggage storage
Lonely Planet
"Four kilometres south of Umhlanga is Glenashley, where you’ll find this light and airy converted house-come-backpackers; it’s the best budget beach option in this neck of the woods." Full review