Hippo Hide Lodge & Backpackers
2 Jesmond Rd, Musgrave
031-207-4366
www.hippohide.co.za
dm R100, s R210, d R270-R340
Baz Bus, Internet, secure parking, swimming pool
S 29 50.408 E 030 59.640
Hippo Hide Lodge & Backpackers channels the tropics with a faux-stone pool and small cabins dotted around the property. Staffers and guests are equally jovial to one another and the honesty beer bar and a braai area seems to keep everyone busy, but outside entertainment options are slim. There is only one dorm, which holds 11 people and has its own kitchen.