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Essenwood House

3.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Front of property – evening/night
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains
Front of property – evening/night
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains
Essenwood House provides a peaceful getaway in the Essenwood area with its sunny garden and outdoor pool. Travelers can connect to WiFi throughout, unwind on the quiet terrace, and make use of practical amenities like luggage storage and dry cleaning services.

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is €66
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 20 - Sep 21
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Tomorrow

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Classic Apartment, Courtyard View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Classic Apartment, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, Ocean View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Luxury Double Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Luxury Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Essenwood, a neighbourhood in Durban, Essenwood House is in the suburbs. UShaka Marine World is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Durban Beach and Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Greyville Race Course or West Ridge Park Tennis Stadium.
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Map
630 Stephen Dlamini Road Morningside, Durban, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001

What's nearby

  • Durban Beach - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Golden Mile - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • uShaka Marine World - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spiga - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Doughed Woodfired Dining Experiences - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sofra İstanbul - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cappello - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Essenwood House

Guest house near Durban Beach
Consider a stay at Essenwood House and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Essenwood House feature perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and digital channels
  • Balconies or patios, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 95 for adults and ZAR 85 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 500 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 95 for adults and from ZAR 85 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Essenwood House
Essenwood House Durban
Essenwood House Guesthouse
Essenwood House Guesthouse Durban

Frequently asked questions

Does Essenwood House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Essenwood House?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essenwood House on 23 Sept 2025 start from €66.45, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Essenwood House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Essenwood House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Essenwood House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Essenwood House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Essenwood House located?

Located in Essenwood, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Killie Campbell Africana Library and Florida Road. The Internet Cafe and Mitchell Park Zoo are also within 15 minutes.

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