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Durban Backpackers - On the BeachvsThe Benjamin
Both hotels are rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Benjamin ranks slightly higher than Durban Backpackers - On the Beach. The Benjamin scores 72 with endorsements from 2 reviews like Fodor's, Lonely Planet.
Durban Backpackers - On the Beach
Lonely Planet
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
The Benjamin Lonely Planet
Fodor's
141 Florida Road, Morningside, Durban 4001, South Africa
From $42/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Smoking Rooms
- Pool
Lonely Planet "This upmarket boutique hotel is filled with smart rooms of the ‘heavy drapes and floral furnishing’ variety (although the jute carpet is showing some wear), around a pretty paved and green courtyard." Full review
Fodor's "In one of Durban's transformed historic buildings, this small hotel offers excellent value. Its location is ideal—perched on trendy Florida Road." Full review
