I strongly suggest this accommodation hostel to anyone wants to stay in Durban for a cheap visit and stay, yet enjoy acceptable facilities and equipment. The kitchen and shared area haul is good. The...

Ive had the pleasure to experience many backpackers all over. Without a doubt Happy Hippo was the Cleanest and most organized towards catering for International and local tourists. The Owners are...

We had a good couple of days staying in Happy Hippo. Nice and clean room en bathrooms. The staff was very friendly and helpfull. We liked having breakfast on the big rooftop terrace! Only downer was...

The location was very convenient close to uShaka Marine World. Reception lady was helpful to book a safe transfer. The road in front of the hostel, Southside of the road which leads you to the gate...

I stayed in a single room after completing an overland tour. The room was really nice - much closer to a mid-range hotel than a backpackers! Comfy bed, lots of space. The main area is also HUGE...

We had an absolute blast. Would definitely visit again. The only issue we had was the opening times of the bar. It should open earlier especially on weekends. It was such an oasis the we didn't want...

The place is stunning, safe and welcoming.. this was the perfect place my first time bagpacking experience. The employess are friendly and provide great customer service. There are lounges for your...

Great place, very friendly stuff, who always helped us, nice and clean rooms, huge shared living space with african decoration, big kitchen. Close to the beach, waterpark, restaurants. Safe...

Overall this was a perfectly suitable hostel for passing through Durban, although as a solo female traveller its location on Mahatma Ghandi is not the safest :( Its a shame, as the area used to be...

It's what we expected. Backpackers.. Vibrant place with lots going on. Meeting people from all over the world. Staff friendly and helpful. Very clean. For us Happy Hippo was well placed for our...