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Fun Social Hostels in Durban – Make Friends Easily!

3 hostels in Durban. Prices start from $3 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.

Traveling to Durban and ready to meet new friends? These fun social hostels are perfect for travelers who love community life, group activities, and shared adventures. Expect events like pub crawls, family dinners, game nights, karaoke, walking tours, and cooking classes — all designed to break the ice and make it easy to connect.

We’ve handpicked hostels known for their lively atmosphere and welcoming staff, where you’ll feel part of a travel family in no time. Plus, we compare prices from major booking platforms so you can save money while making lifelong memories!

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#1 Top Rated
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelQuiet RestSolo Traveller

"…A cooked breakfast is available for a fee on request, but no other meals are served. Free tea and coffee are available throughout the day. Summary As it's the only beachfront hostel in the

from $8.51
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Smith's Cottage

Umgeni Heights
Free Breakfast
Party HostelYouth Hostel

"…Lucia and the Mozambique border, and the north route through the Drakensberg Mountains and on to Johannesburg. The Location Smith's Cottage is located in Umlengi Park, a quiet, leafy suburb

from $6.06
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Family-Friendly HostelYouth Hostel

"…The lounge has a large, flat-screen DSTV and cushioned couches made from pallets and breeze blocks. This leads out to a veranda overlooking the city, furnished with a long table and chairs, and

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We all love the social hostel life. These social hostels in Durban are perfect for travelers who enjoy community, fun, and connection. Whether it’s a family dinner, a pub crawl, a game night, or a walking tour, these hostels offer plenty of ways to break the ice and make new friends.

The common areas are always buzzing with activity, and the hostel staff are pros at creating a fun, welcoming vibe. Many hostels also feature organized events like cooking classes, themed parties, karaoke nights, and more — perfect for bonding with fellow adventurers.

Pro tip: Check the hostel’s event calendar or the blackboard for daily activities. Jump in, say “hello,” and let the good times roll!

Pack your bags, join the fun, and make Durban one of your most social travel experiences yet!

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