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Happy Hippo International Backpackers Lodge, Durban, South Africa

222 Mahatma Ghandi road, Durban Central, 4001, Durban

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Happy Hippo International Backpackers Lodge
The Happy Hippo is a brand new lodge opened by Micky and Michelle (owners of the Hippo Hide). It is the closest hostel to Durban's golden mile and beautiful blue flag beaches.

Avg Rating: 80% (4 Reviews)

Character: 85%

Security: 75%

Location: 65%

Staff: 80%

Fun: 80%

Cleanliness: 95%

Customer Reviews

60%

A great place to stay, but not the best area of town. A real good hostel and close to UShaka and beach. Can recommend.

Matt, from England ~ Sep 17 2008

90%

Everything was fine!!! The HaapyHippo is a indredible pleca to stay, but the city is a little bit dangerous and me and my girlfriend almost got robberd in the city.

Jonas, from Brazil ~ Aug 22 2008

74%

Pretty nice hostel but in a slightly scary part of town. The recommended a taxi to us that totally ripped us off, so that was the biggest complaint. Really clean and nice decor.