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Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani vs Nomads Backpackers
Both hotels are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Nomads Backpackers is the choice of most reviewers compared to Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. Nomads Backpackers is ranked #22 in Durban with recommendations from 2 reviews such as Rough Guide, Lonely Planet.
Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani
DK Eyewitness
Fodor's
63 O.R.Tambo Parade, Durban Beachfront, Durban 4001, South Africa
From $115 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness
"The fashionable Elangeni is situated on the beach, within walking distance of shops and restaurants, and close to attractions such as Durban’s Snake Park, Seaworld and flea market."
Fodor's
"A top beachfront hotel along the Golden Mile, this 21-storey high-rise overlooks North Beach and is a two-minute drive from the city center."
Full review
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Though most rooms have views of the ocean, request a room on an upper floor to take advantage of a full sea view.
Nomads Backpackers
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
70 Essenwood Road, Durban 4400, South Africa
From $0 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet
"An organised and neat, yet relaxed kind of joint (for those who like relaxing joints), and one that likes to party... You’re a jump away from the cinemas and cappuccino bars of the Musgrave Centre."
Full review
Rough Guide
"A short walk from the Musgrave Centre, this chilled-out hostel is good for nonsensical conversations at the bar or around the pool. Meals available. Dorms , rooms."
