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Umhlanga Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in uMhlanga with free parking

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Exterior
Exterior
Electric kettle
Outdoor pool
Property entrance

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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16 Herald Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319
  • Place, Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Main Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (Large Single Sleeper Unit) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room (Large Single Sleeper Unit)

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

uMhlanga

Umhlanga Backpackers places you within a leisurely stroll of Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve. This 12-room hostel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Röcker - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 1999 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪African Roots Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Radisson Blu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Umhlanga Backpackers

Hostel in uMhlanga with free parking
At Umhlanga Backpackers, guests have access to an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden. There's free parking if you drive. A multilingual staff is on hand to help with locker space, and offer sightseeing advice. This smoke-free hostel also has barbecue grills.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. 2 bathrooms, dining areas, and electric kettles are also available. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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

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  • Smoking not allowed

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 accommodations
  • 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • 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

What is there to do around Umhlanga Backpackers?

This hostel is located in uMhlanga, a short 15-minute walk from Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail and also 15 minutes on foot from Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve. You'll also find Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Umhlanga Main Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Umhlanga Backpackers?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Umhlanga Backpackers include a casino on the premises?

No, Umhlanga Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Umhlanga Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Umhlanga Backpackers a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include an outdoor pool and a terrace.

Does Umhlanga Backpackers have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Umhlanga Backpackers have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Umhlanga Backpackers doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Umhlanga Backpackers allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Umhlanga Backpackers.

Does Umhlanga Backpackers have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

What is the closest airport to Umhlanga Backpackers?

The closest major airport to Umhlanga Backpackers is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR), which is 13.2 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Umhlanga Backpackers?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Umhlanga Backpackers.