Experts' Choice Award Tekweni Backpackers Hostel
What the experts agree on
Tekweni is a sprawling party hostel near Florida Rd with a lively poolside courtyard that fills with backpackers on weekends. Expect raucous vibes, communal braais, and well-maintained rooms across three historic houses—perfect for social travelers,
“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.”
– Rough Guide
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."
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." Full review
