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The 10 Best Hostels in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

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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7.8
Good
15 reviews
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87 zł
per night

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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

  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 16 reviews
    It was very safe and under surveillance.
    L
    Lungile
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: 212.10 zł
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 436 reviews
    The cleaness of the room, the friendly staff and safety measures. Location perfect.
    Marianna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 194.78 zł
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 15 reviews
    I would highly recommend. The property is in a safe and peaceful neighbourhood. The furnishings are a beautiful mixture of modern and cottage style. All of the listed facilities were available to us during our stay. Glenda and her husband were lovely hosts.
    N
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 140.68 zł
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 267 reviews
    Beautiful clean and located in a lovely area very peaceful and Safe. Undercover parking. Pool was absolutely clean and sparkly. Room was also very neat and decent.
    Pillay
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 107.13 zł
    3.7
    Scored 3.7
    Poor
    Rated poor
     · 94 reviews
    Safety of the yard , parking
    Mhlontlo
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 140 reviews
    This place is truly a hidden gem. Amazing accommodation, great location with easy access to many amenities. The host is very helpful and friendly. I will definitely be back for another stay. 😊
    Nicole Reddy
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 227.24 zł
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 124 reviews
    Very friendly staff, who goes above and beyond the call of duty to ensure you are comfortable. I felt very safe and secure. TV and wifi still work during hours of load shedding, all streaming services needed available, and the room is very beautiful. I will definitely stay there again if I ever find myself in the Pietermaritzburg area for another work trip.
    Justin
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 108.21 zł
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 135 reviews
    treatement was fabulous, we were aloud to use the facility for a change of clothes before check-in time and the staff was kind and very helpful. we were able to stay and feel safe at all times. hospitality and privacy excellent.
    Mdlalose
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: 69.26 zł
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 76 reviews
    Safety
    Jabulani
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 198.66 zł
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 952 reviews
    Prices were reasonable ,cheap included breakfast Kitchen attendant were very welcoming with sense of humour and patient i really like them. Even the receptionist and security they have got courtesy know how to treat staff . Thank you very much we enjoyed our stay in that building jolly much. I was very happy with the reminders on the walls because we forgot our charger and saw the reminder and went back to take it. It was for the fisrt time to see that reminder out of all hotels i have ever visited
    Thobelani
    Young couple