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Umhlanga Backpackers

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A two-story house with a paved driveway, a covered patio, and a well-maintained lawn. - Umhlanga Backpackers (Umhlanga)
A living room with a sofa, a pool, and a view of the outside. - Umhlanga Backpackers (Umhlanga)
A cozy room with a sofa, a bed with wooden frames, a TV, and a painting of boats. - Umhlanga Backpackers (Umhlanga)
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a slide, surrounded by buildings and greenery. - Umhlanga Backpackers (Umhlanga)
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a wooden side table, and a view of a swimming pool. - Umhlanga Backpackers (Umhlanga)
Umhlanga Backpackers provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

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

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A dormitory room with wooden beds, a television, and a window with curtains.

Room (Large Single Sleeper Unit)

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in uMhlanga, Umhlanga Backpackers is near the beach. Ster-Kinekor Gateway and Mount Edgecombe Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Japanese Gardens and Big Rush Urban Adrenaline. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Moses Mabhida Stadium or Kings Park Stadium. Visit our uMhlanga travel guide
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16 Herald Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319

What's nearby

  • A wooden boardwalk through a lush green landscape.
    Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A wooden boardwalk through a forested area with sunlight filtering through trees.
    Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A wet promenade with a circular mosaic at the center and curved metal structures.
    Umhlanga Main Beach
    2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • A rocky cliff with vegetation and a beach with people and tents.
    Oceans Mall
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Whalebone Pier
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • African Roots Coffee
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    3 min drive
  • Red Röcker
    3 min drive
  • Tiger's Milk
    3 min drive
  • Lighthouse Café
    3 min drive

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

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?

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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Umhlanga Backpackers located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail, Umhlanga Main Beach, and Oceans Mall. KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board and Whalebone Pier are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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