,url-https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripexpert.com%2Fimages%2Fmarker-fade%402x.png(31.092731,-29.713612)/31.053510569036007,-29.774449630620346,9.73278618620857/1280x214@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoidHJpcGV4cGVydHdlYiIsImEiOiJja2Fud3l2MDcwbXZ0MndyeGF3eGI3ZWhzIn0.zLqNa1RECyZZadF8zfQM5w)
Gibela Backpackers LodgevsBreakers Resort
Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Gibela Backpackers Lodge ranks slightly higher than Breakers Resort. Gibela Backpackers Lodge ranks #17 in Durban with approval from 2 sources such as Rough Guide, Lonely Planet.
Gibela Backpackers Lodge
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
119 Ninth Avenue, Morningside, Durban 4001, South Africa
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Pool
- Free Parking
"Immaculately organized hostel with a restful atmosphere, tastefully decorated rooms and single-sex dorms... Strict no-smoking policy and no check-in after 9pm."
"One of Durban’s best hostels, it has sparkling surfaces and rooms neat enough to pass an army major’s inspection... and helpful owner Elmar is the man-in-the-know about all things Durban and beyond." Full review
Breakers Resort
Fodor's
88 Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks 4320, South Africa
From $122/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
"This property enjoys an enviable position at the northern tip of Umhlanga, surrounded by the wilds of the Hawaan Forest and overlooking the unspoiled wetlands of Umhlanga Lagoon." Full review