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Durban ElephantvsGibela Backpackers Lodge
Durban Elephant and Gibela Backpackers Lodge are both endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Durban Elephant is the choice of most writers compared to Gibela Backpackers Lodge. Durban Elephant scores 82 with praise from 1 reviewers including Frommer's.
Durban Elephant
Frommer's
330 Cato Rd, Durban 4001, South Africa
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
Frommer's "With panoramic views of the harbor, bluff, and Indian Ocean, this grand old Edwardian property, set in lush tropical gardens (often visited by monkeys), offers the best-value stay in Durban." Full review
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
Rough Guide "Immaculately organized hostel with a restful atmosphere, tastefully decorated rooms and single-sex dorms... Strict no-smoking policy and no check-in after 9pm."
Lonely Planet "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
