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Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani vs Tekweni Backpackers Hostel
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Tekweni Backpackers Hostel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. Tekweni Backpackers Hostel scores 79 with positive reviews from 3 reviews including Rough Guide, Lonely Planet and Insight Guides.
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."
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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.
Tekweni Backpackers Hostel
Insight Guides
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet
169 Ninth Avenue, Durban 4001, South Africa
From $0 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Business Center
Insight Guides
"One of the oldest and best backpacker hostels in Durban, the Tekweni sprawls over three houses near to Florida Road and offers a good selection of rooms and dorms."
Rough Guide
"Large hostel near Florida Rd... features plenty of communal areas, a pool and bar. Braais and other social gatherings cater to a young, energetic clientele. Monthly accommodation is also available."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A slightly saggy place that nevertheless attracts the party animals who like raucous, gregarious surrounds."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Its courtyard, complete with pool and bar, gets jammed with socialising backpackers on Friday and Saturday nights...includes a couple of well-maintained and artfully decorated lodges."
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