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Gibela Backpackers Lodge, Durban

119 Ninth Avenue, Durban
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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2009 Lonely Planet - OUR PICK recommendedBreakfast Included - 07H30 to 09H30Petit Dejeuner Compris Desayuno Incluido Fruchstuch Inbegriffen100% NON SMOKING LODGECheck In Before 20H30 - NO late night check-in availableTo reconfirm your booking you will be contacted for your 3-digit CVC credit card number. ... More
Gibela Backpackers Lodge
 

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2009 Lonely Planet - OUR PICK recommendedBreakfast Included - 07H30 to 09H30Petit Dejeuner Compris Desayuno Incluido Fruchstuch Inbegriffen100% NON SMOKING LODGECheck In Before 20H30 - NO late night check-in availableTo reconfirm your booking you will be contacted for your 3-digit CVC credit card number. FIRST NIGHT ACCOMMODATION IS CHARGED IN FULL AND NON REFUNDABLE BY GIBELA BACKPACKERS ON RECEIPT OF YOUR BOOKING NO Children under 12.Our locationGibela Backpackers Lodge is conveniently located in the hip, residential area of Morningside. Gibela is within walking distance to the centre of Durbans entertainment life, Florida Road, where there are restaurants, cocktail bars, clubs and coffee shops galore. Only a few steps from Gibela's front gate is a grocery store, auto-teller and post office. Guests can walk to the Botanical Gardens, Golden Mile Beaches, currency exchange and famous brand surf-gear factory shops. We are on both inner city transport networks, which link you to the museums, cinemas, Victoria Street Market and Juma Mosque, in less than a 10-minute bus ride from the hostel.Durban is a special place. We at Gibela want to help to share the experience of our citys mixed cultural heritage and make sure your stay in our Kingdom is an enjoyable and memorable experience. GRADED AS A 4 STAR BACKPACKER LODGE Reception hours - 07H00 till 20H30 We have no curfew.Minimum 2 night stay.NO children under 12 years.To reconfirm your booking we will contact you for your 3-digit credit card code.FIRST NIGHT ACCOMMODATION IS CHARGED IN FULL AND NON - REFUNDABLE.100% NON SMOKING ESTABLISHMENT

Amenities

Radio/Alarm ClockSafe (In Room)Daily Maid Service
Private bathroomAir Conditioning (In Room)Hair Dryer
Television (Cable/Satellite)

Hotel Details

Breakfast IncludedInternet AccessLinen Included
Credit Cards AcceptedBarTowels
Luggage StorageTravel Desk/Travel InfoBureau de Change
Common RoomBike ParkingFree Carpark
 
 
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Reviews for Gibela Backpackers Lodge: 38
 
 
 
 
 
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friendly staff
By Jean, 2/7/13
The only thing i would suggest to you guys is making sure you book it online at SweetHotelDeals. N e t I did a bunch of searching for hotel prices, and that site seems to have the lowest prices all around
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Elmar is the best
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 7/8/10
Elmar the CEO of Gibela is not only the best host at any lodge I have ever been to, he is in the thick of the tourism industry in South Africa. He can organize a car, tour, flight, or even a hot air balloon ride. He knows where to go, what to do, and his lodge is the best in the southern hemisphere. If you are going to Durban, this is the place to stay. Tell him Chad from Florida says Hi!
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A great place to stay
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 4/24/08
I’ve been travelling the world off and on for a great many years. I can honestly say this is one of the best places i've ever stayed, in any country. It was like staying in a comfortable, clean home, with all the facilities you'd expect being in top condition. Has a good kitchen and the included breakfast has lots of variety to choose from. Good restaurants and bars are very close. The owner was exceptionally helpful too.
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Excellent place
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 2/16/08
One may be fooled by reviews, but it wasn't the case at Gibela: I have never met anyone with more knowledge about everything a traveller wants to know in Durban and Kwazulunatal than host Elmar. I did not try to eat from the floor - but it would probably be possible. And even though you are in a big city you don't have the feeling you are - it's a very relaxed place. And for a night out, Florida Road is just around the corner...
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Excellent!!! Totally recommended.
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 11/12/07
Very convenient and safe location. Clean, friendly and very comfortable hostel. Nice and flashy decoration. Complete breakfast. One of the best hostels we know around. We strongly advise this place.
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Very good!
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 11/11/07
I had the pleasure to stop at the Gibela Backpackers Lodge during my solo backpacking trip to South Africa, and I have to admit it was one of the best places I stayed at. Clean, quiet, friendly and perfectly located to grab a bite or catch a bus. I have already recommended it!
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By Margaret, 7/11/07
like: clean and tidy-up well facilities kitchen various choice of breakfast close to supermarket and bus stop to downtown dislike: quite far from airport
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if u r in durban u need 2 stay here
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 5/7/07
its just cool, very clean and the staff is really cool as well! You will love the rooms and the breakfast! And if u r with a car u will have a good parking as well...
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Oasis of Calm off of Glamorous Florida Rd
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 4/18/07
Gabela is very clean, and increadibly homey. Unlike other backpackers in the area that are more party oriented, Gabela is quiet and clean. The tone is set by the beautiful warm colors of its walls and tile floors and by decor that gives it character. The gardens are lovely and there is a romantic lounge area outside adorned with all sorts of interesting artifacts, tucked away behind vibrant Indian patterned drapes and underneath glowing chandeliers and outdoor string lights. We're so glad that we chose this place! The only downers might be for people who always need to be connected-- there is no TV and only one computer with internet access.
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excellente
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 3/22/07
The manager is very knowledgable and nice. Place is fun to chill in. Bad location of you want to get downtown. Awesome food in the morniing!
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