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Happy Hippo Accommodation vs Gibela Backpackers Lodge
Both Gibela Backpackers Lodge and Happy Hippo Accommodation are recommended by expert writers. On balance, Gibela Backpackers Lodge is preferred by most writers compared to Happy Hippo Accommodation. Gibela Backpackers Lodge comes in at 76 with approval from 2 sources like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
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
Top Choice
"Close to the beach, but in the dodgy part of town on Mahatma Gandhi Rd, is this spacious, well run, warehouse-style accommodation."
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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."
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
Top Choice
"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."
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