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Some of the best backpacker spots in Pietermaritzburg

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Set in Pietermaritzburg, within 1.3 km of KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 2.3 km of Comrades Marathon House, Msunduzi River View backpackers offers accommodation with a shared lounge and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 5.6 km from Butterflies for Africa, 8.6 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve and 22 km from Baynesfield Estate Museum. Natal Zoological Gardens is 22 km from the hostel and Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve is 23 km away.

Nice and central. Was able to uber to malls

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7.4
Good
17 reviews
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€ 20
per night

Situated in Pietermaritzburg, 800 metres from Comrades Marathon House, PMB Backpackers Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is located 2 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, 4.9 km from Butterflies for Africa and 9.1 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve. The hostel provides an outdoor swimming pool and a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

It was very safe and under surveillance.

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7.8
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13 reviews
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€ 19
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Pietermaritzburg

  • Avg. price/night: € 44.79
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 646 reviews
    The place is just old. But they are trying shame. The staff was friendly and welcoming. The location is worse. But we slept and it was safe.
    nozipho
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: € 38.28
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 30 reviews
    The place is in a great location & has a lot of potential
    Moliehi
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: € 45.16
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 106 reviews
    I liked my room, it was so clean and the bed was comfortable. There was basically everything I needed. The place exceeded my expectations. Did I mention safety! Then there's Getrude, please keep her, she's such a warm hearted, welcoming, pleasant soul and very kind to the guests.
    Amanda
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 27.52
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 68 reviews
    Room was clean and area was safe
    Khanyisani
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 55.05
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 237 reviews
    Safe and secure. Spacious. High Speed internet.
    Sibu_Mkhize
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 63.81
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 172 reviews
    Cleanliness and safety
    Thandolwethu
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: € 52.05
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 419 reviews
    Staff is very friendly and helpful. The facilities are great. Staff welcomed us with opened arms and were helpful to accomodate an extra person with us. The rooms are neat and safe. Wifi connection is stable. Rooms are neat and clean.
    MomofGals
    Group
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 62 reviews
    Great location in safe suburb. Well appointed, spacious rooms and very friendly hosts.
    StephenvdW
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: € 17.52
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 295 reviews
    I was assisted to move to Chase Valley as I only picked up the male dormitory arrangement after making payment, Caroline and Ayanda made sure I was safe and comfy. Thank you! The place was SOOOO quiet and comfortable after a hectic 2 days and late nights.
    Nompumelelo
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 55.05
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 138 reviews
    Safe. Secure. Great location. Excellent.
    Philippa
    Family with young children