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CURIOCITY Durban

55 Monty Naicker Road 1st Floor Ambassador House, Durban 4001 South Africa
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#1 of 14 hostels in Durban
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The hostel has a wide range of premium en-suite private rooms and shared dormitories, including yoga facilities, out door cinema, chill-out lounge spaces, the Surf co-working space, an urban spa, and Bar Curio.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Yoga classes
Free breakfast
Bicycle rental
Evening entertainment
Airport transportation
Foot massage
Car park
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Snack bar
Taxi service
Full body massage
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Pedicure
Salon
Baggage storage
Outdoor furniture
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
24-hour front desk
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Charming
Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans
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abetshu wrote a review May 2020
Durban, South Africa1 contribution
Exceptional service ,the host was very welcoming. The bathroom and my bedroom were clean and was also assisted with a smile all the time. Also had a place, safe place to park my car which gave me peace and allowed me to sleep peacefully
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Date of stay: May 2020
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Responded 10 Jun 2020
WOW - we are so happy to have had you and we are certainly looking forward to host you again. Kind Regards Megan
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Dean wrote a review May 2020
Nottingham, United Kingdom125 contributions56 helpful votes
We only stayed three night which was enough to explore what was around the area, it rained most the time so it was not enjoyable, Durban has a high drug problem and every ten steps some would ask for money loads of homeless but if you plan it right it’s can be a good stop off from joburg to cape town.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 10 Jun 2020
Good evening and thank you for review. Certainly hope you will be able to visit us soon again. Kind Regards Megan
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Siki M wrote a review Mar 2020
Cape Town Central, South Africa1 contribution
I arrived in the evening and was asked to join 30 Seconds Board game, that was so welcoming. I was staying in one of the mixed dorms, it was so much fun meeting new people. The bar is the fun part of Curiocity. I made so many new friends in my 3 nights stay, I am definitely going back.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Responded 11 Mar 2020
Dear Siki Thank you so much for staying with us. Our home is your home! See you soon. Kind Regards Megan
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michaelrosenthal wrote a review Jan 2020
Warwick, Rhode Island4 contributions
I spent 6 nights at Curiocity Durban - I originally booked 3 nights and added another 3 nights because I was unable to join a tour that had wait-listed me and joined another tour that started 3 days later from Durban. I was very pleased with the attentiveness, helpfulness, friendliness, and dedication to providing excellent service from the entire staff of this hostel. The 8 bed dorm rooms are extremely large and have access to a balcony. Large lockers under the bottom bunk easily accomodated my 2 bags. The hostel is located in a decent neighborhood and is 3 blocks from a supermarket and 5 blocks from Duban's South Beach section of the waterfront. Highly recommended!
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Responded 25 Jan 2020
Wow - Thank you Michael for your amazing review - You were a great guest to have and we certainly look forward to have you visiting us again. Kind Regards Megan
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brianf4302020 wrote a review Jan 2020
Johannesburg, South Africa1 contribution
Even though it was only for one night, I arrived feeling exhausted, but left feeling recharged and ready for the next day's mission. The warm environment and panoramic views make Curiocity an awesome base camp!
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Responded 15 Jan 2020
WOW thank you Brian. We hope to see you soon again. Kind Regards Megan
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andreacl wrote a review Dec 2019
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We stayed here for two nights and it was not a good experience for a few reasons: the atmosphere at the hostel is not very nice.. the rooms are without any furniture - there is not even a nightstand. Also, they played THE LOUDEST rap/trap music in the commutative/main area FOR FIVE HOURS!!!!!! I went out of our room where we tried to relax to check if there was an event going on or something like that, but no - only one dj stood there and played his music?!?! You could here it no matter where you went to hide. They also play really loud rap music at the breakfast area.... you cannot have a relaxing time here at this hostel. However, if you like loud rap music, the hostel is for you. It has a good location.
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 02 Jan 2020
Good afternoon Andrea Thank you for staying with us. I am sorry you did not enjoy the festive vibe we had to offer during this time. We had the event specifically during the day so there is no music at night. Sorry you had to go through this. We will action some changes and hope you will be able to see them the next time you visit us. Kind Regards Megan
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tkhany849892 wrote a review Dec 2019
Durban, South Africa1 contribution
OMG visiting that place was a nightmare. The receptionist was drinking alcohol when we arrived, told us we must go check out the room we booked. To our surprise he showed us a room filled with naked men, we as women could not sleep in the Same room. After having a lengthy conversation the receptionist Kay insisted he is not going to help us and put us in a female only room. It either we take it or leave it. He went far as to tell us he owns the place when we requested to speak to his superior. Since we booked through booking.com he said we must take up our complaint with them and request for a refund with them. it was late and we were force to take the room cause The money was deposited 6 months ago to backpackers and Kay said we must call booking.com for the refund late that night. The insults he was throwing at us and the disrespect left a bitter taste in my mouth. NEVER AGAIN AM I USING BOOKING.COM OR VISITING CURIOSITY BACKPACKERS.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from CuriocityHostels, General Manager at CURIOCITY Durban
Responded 02 Jan 2020
Good afternoon I am sorry to hear about your experience. I will investigate what went wrong with regards to the booking and contact Booking.com as well. Every effort is made to ensure our guests are completely happy with their stay. I will keep in contact with you as soon as I have collated my findings. Kind Regards Megan
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PreciadoV92 wrote a review Dec 2019
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I have been a guest at Curiosity several times and I am never disappointed. The facility is clean and well managed. Staff is always welcoming and wearing a smile. The location can be intimidating, however staff are a great resource for information on how to navigate the busy streets of Durban.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Response from CuriocityHostels, General Manager at CURIOCITY Durban
Responded 19 Dec 2019
Thank you so much for staying with us - its always a pleasure hosting you. You are great! Kind Regards Megan
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Mary B wrote a review Nov 2019
Chicago, Illinois, United States5 contributions
Had a wonderful time at Curiocity Durban. The hostel environment was great - clean, comfortable and open. The staff were wonderful and helpful. Walking distance to the beach and a short walk to other city attractions - the city walking tour offered by Curiocity staff is highly recommended. Would definitely stay here again.
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Responded 01 Dec 2019
AWESOME!! thank you Mary for staying with us. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. See you soon! Kind Regards Megan
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Janet T wrote a review Nov 2019
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Fantastic chilled out place with great, friendly staff. Would highly recommend if you are looking to chill in Durban! Good facilities and great cleanliness. Good brekky and a good bar and chill out area!
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Responded 18 Nov 2019
Thank you Janet. Its been a pleasure hosting you. Hope to see you soon again. Kind Regards Megan
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Frequently Asked Questions about CURIOCITY Durban
Which popular attractions are close to CURIOCITY Durban?
Nearby attractions include The Spice Emporium, Durban (0.3 km), Wardkiss Museum (0.3 km), and The Workshop Shopping Centre (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at CURIOCITY Durban?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at CURIOCITY Durban?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, a lounge, and a snack bar during their stay.
Is parking available at CURIOCITY Durban?
Yes, a parking garage and paid private parking on-site are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to CURIOCITY Durban?
Conveniently located restaurants include Mustard Grill, Nando's, and The Breakfast Room.
Are there opportunities to exercise at CURIOCITY Durban?
Yes, guests have access to yoga classes during their stay.
Does CURIOCITY Durban have airport transportation?
Yes, CURIOCITY Durban offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is CURIOCITY Durban located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.2 km away from the centre of Durban.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at CURIOCITY Durban?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Afrikaans.
Are there any historical sites close to CURIOCITY Durban?
Many travellers enjoy visiting The Old Fort (1.0 km).