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Happy Hippo AccommodationvsThe Edward
Both Protea Hotel Durban Edward and Happy Hippo Accommodation are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Protea Hotel Durban Edward is the choice of most professionals compared to Happy Hippo Accommodation. Protea Hotel Durban Edward comes in at #11 in Durban with recommendations from 4 publications such as Fodor's, Rough Guide and Lonely Planet.
Happy Hippo Accommodation
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
222 Mahatma Gandhi Road (formerly Point Road), Durban 4001, South Africa
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Lonely Planet "Close to the beach, but in the dodgy part of town on Mahatma Gandhi Rd, is this spacious, well run, warehouse-style accommodation." Full review
Rough Guide "Extremely spacious hostel a stone’s throw from uShaka Marine World and the beach. The rooftop bar makes it popular with a younger crowd in the mood for a party. Dorms , rooms."
The Edward
DK Eyewitness Rough Guide
Fodor's Lonely Planet
149 O.R. Tambo Parade, North Beach, Durban 4001, South Africa
From $100/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness "This elegant four-star hotel on the Golden Mile is located within walking distance of Durban’s central business district, the convention centre, the casino and the shops."
Rough Guide "Crystal chandeliers, a colonialstyle ambience, sea-view balconies and a ladies’ bar leading onto a cool veranda make this Art Deco mansion the grande dame of the beachfront."
Fodor's "Service is excellent, and the stylish cut-glass chandeliers, molded ceilings, and subtle art-deco details bring to mind a more refined past." Full review
Lonely Planet "King of the seafront hotels, this is classic and comfortable, with fresh-polish smells and full-on decor." Full review
