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Umhlanga Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in uMhlanga with free parking

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Exterior
Property entrance
Exterior
Electric kettle
Outdoor pool

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Room (Large Single Sleeper Unit)

Room (Large Single Sleeper Unit)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Located in uMhlanga, Umhlanga Backpackers is near the beach. UShaka Marine World is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Durban Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Moses Mabhida Stadium or Kings Park Stadium.
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16 Herald Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319

What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪African Roots Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Radisson Blu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Doppio Zero - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Incredible India - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Umhlanga Backpackers

Hostel near Umhlanga Rocks Beach
Umhlanga Backpackers provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Umhlanga Backpackers feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with showers and soap
  • Separate dining areas, communal kitchens and limited housekeeping

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms (in-room sinks)
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Shared accommodation
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

Property is also known as

Umhlanga Backpackers Umhlanga
Umhlanga Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Umhlanga Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

Does Umhlanga Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Umhlanga Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Umhlanga Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Umhlanga Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Umhlanga Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Umhlanga Backpackers located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve. Umhlanga Main Beach and KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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