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Tekweni Backpacker Hostel - Durban

In the Berea district, a 20-minute walk from I Heart Market, this hostel keeps things casual with a pool, bar, and billiard tables.

  • Outdoor swimming pool on site
  • Shared kitchen and breakfast included
  • Pets allowed
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About

Tekweni Backpacker Hostel - Durban

Tekweni Backpacker Hostel sits in Durban's Berea district, within a 20-minute walk of I Heart Market. The property is built around shared spaces, with a bar, lounge area, and billiard tables encouraging guests to mingle.

Accommodation ranges from a 6-bed female dorm to a standard double and a quadruple room. The outdoor swimming pool offers a break from the city heat, while the shared kitchen and breakfast setup make it easy to settle in.

  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Shared kitchen
  • Breakfast
  • Bar/ Lounge area

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Pool and entertainment — The outdoor swimming pool, bar, live entertainment, and billiard tables give the hostel a lively, social atmosphere.
  • Self-catering options — A shared kitchen and breakfast are available, helping guests save on meals.
  • Pet-friendly policy — Pets are allowed, a rare convenience for travellers with animals.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Early check-out — Check-out is between 08:00 and 10:00, which may feel rushed for some guests.
  • Limited review data — With only two guest reviews, it's hard to gauge consistent quality.
  • No price information — Rates aren't listed, so budgeting requires a direct enquiry.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • 1 Bunk bed

Quadruple Room

  • 1 Bunk bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Food & Drink

  • Breakfast
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Shared kitchen

Recreation

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Live entertainment
  • Billiard tables
  • Leisure/ TV room

Services

  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

5
Rated 0 reviews

Guest-rated 5/10 from 2 reviews

Booking.com · 5 · 0 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Durban

The property sits in Durban.

Getting around: The hostel is in the Berea district, a 20-minute walk from I Heart Market. Local transport options are not specified, so plan accordingly.

169 9Th Ave, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4000, South Africa

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 08:30-22:00
Check-out
By 08:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 08:30 to 22:00, and check-out is from 08:00 to 10:00.

Is parking available?

Yes, parking is listed among the amenities.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, the policy states pets are allowed.

Is breakfast included?

Breakfast is listed as an amenity, though details on whether it's complimentary are not provided.

What room types are available?

Rooms include a 6-bed female dormitory, a standard double with a king-size bed, and a quadruple room with a bunk bed.

The bottom line

Tekweni Backpacker Hostel is a solid pick for budget travellers who value social spaces and a central Berea location. The pool, bar, and pet-friendly policy add appeal, though the early check-out and sparse reviews warrant a quick check before booking.

5Best for sociable travellers on a budget

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