| set in a bustling commercial area, this informal, trendy hostel is a 13-minute walk from new beach along the indian ocean. there's also a spa and a coin-operated laundry. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. unassuming, streamlined mixed-gender and female-only dorms feature bunk beds, free wi-fi, balconies and shared bathrooms. breakfast is complimentary. private rooms are also available. parking is secured. amenities include a bar, a shared kitchen and bbq facilities, along with yoga classes, an outdoor cinema and lounges. it's also 2 km from ushaka marine world and 3 km from berea train station
King Shaka International Airport 30 min
Kwa Muhle Museum (14 min)
Museum showcasing the history, culture & hardships of the city of Durban & its people. uShaka Marine World (5 min)
Family-friendly seafront aquarium & water park with a snorkeling lagoon & shark cage dives. Suncoast Casino, Hotels and Entertainment (7 min)
Spacious oceanfront casino offering a hotel, restaurants, shopping, games & other entertainment. Durban Natural Science Museum (10 min)
Science museum featuring exhibits on the history of the Earth, including past & present life. Golden Mile Beach (13 min)
This popular gold-sand beach features several piers, plus a promenade with eateries & more. Moses Mabhida Stadium (7 min)
Bold, state-of-the-art, 56,000-seat stadium for soccer & events, with a panoramic viewing platform. MINITOWN (6 min)
Opened in 1969, this nonprofit park offers city & other landmarks in 1:24 scale, plus a snack stand. Golden Mile Durban (12 min) uMhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve (17 min)
Nature reserve with a picnic area, birds, trails & the ruins of an Iron Age shell midden. Umgeni River Bird Park (10 min)
Expansive bird center with exotic species, offering educational programs & shows in a lush setting. Durban Botanic Gardens (7 min)
Orchids, palms, birds & reptiles in Africa's oldest botanic garden, plus a lake & arboretum. uShaka Sea World Aquarium (6 min)
Vibrant marine life center with dolphin & seal shows, shark-tank dives & many other activities. Durban Funworld (10 min)
Beachfront amusement park with all-ages activities, including cablecar rides, pools & a carousel. Mitchell Park Zoo (11 min)
Zoo featuring a variety of small animals, plus an aviary, a playground, a tea garden & more. Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve (7 min)
A boardwalk runs through this scenic mangrove-swamp forest also featuring an activities center. | 
