| parking is free, and a communal airport shuttle stops at the hostel. common areas include a kitchen, a dining area and a hip lounge, as well as a trendy rooftop bar with a pool table. set in a former warehouse in the durban point neighbourhood and a 3-minute walk from ushaka marine world, this low-key, south african-themed hostel is 2 km from lively north beach and 6 km from moses mabhida stadium. the simple dorms and private rooms feature free wi-fi and shared or en suite bathrooms. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am
King Shaka International Airport 34 min
Kwa Muhle Museum (8 min)
Museum showcasing the history, culture & hardships of the city of Durban & its people. Durban Botanic Gardens (12 min)
Orchids, palms, birds & reptiles in Africa's oldest botanic garden, plus a lake & arboretum. Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve (12 min)
A boardwalk runs through this scenic mangrove-swamp forest also featuring an activities center. Suncoast Casino, Hotels and Entertainment (11 min)
Spacious oceanfront casino offering a hotel, restaurants, shopping, games & other entertainment. Mitchell Park Zoo (15 min)
Zoo featuring a variety of small animals, plus an aviary, a playground, a tea garden & more. Golden Mile Beach (7 min)
This popular gold-sand beach features several piers, plus a promenade with eateries & more. Durban Natural Science Museum (7 min)
Science museum featuring exhibits on the history of the Earth, including past & present life. uMhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve (22 min)
Nature reserve with a picnic area, birds, trails & the ruins of an Iron Age shell midden. uShaka Marine World (4 min)
Family-friendly seafront aquarium & water park with a snorkeling lagoon & shark cage dives. uShaka Sea World Aquarium (7 min)
Vibrant marine life center with dolphin & seal shows, shark-tank dives & many other activities. uShaka Sea World Aquarium (7 min)
Vibrant marine life center with dolphin & seal shows, shark-tank dives & many other activities. MINITOWN (9 min)
Opened in 1969, this nonprofit park offers city & other landmarks in 1:24 scale, plus a snack stand. Moses Mabhida Stadium (11 min)
Bold, state-of-the-art, 56,000-seat stadium for soccer & events, with a panoramic viewing platform. Umgeni River Bird Park (15 min)
Expansive bird center with exotic species, offering educational programs & shows in a lush setting. Golden Mile Durban (7 min) | 
