Durban Hotel Guide. Hotels in Essenwood, Durban, South Africa

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Our top choices for Essenwood hotels

Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Coweys Corner

Coweys Corner

Coweys Corner
3.0 star property
Essenwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19 reviews)
"Excellent place."
South Africa
Bernard
Coweys Corner
Banquet hall
Emakhosini Hotel on East

Emakhosini Hotel on East

Emakhosini Hotel on East
Essenwood
6.6 out of 10, (11 reviews)
"Staff were good. "
United States
Joachim
The price is €38
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Emakhosini Hotel on East
Property entrance
Andaluz Boutique Hotel

Andaluz Boutique Hotel

Andaluz Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Essenwood
5.4 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"I couldn’t stay I had to leave the place..it was dirty and stinking..I feel I have been robbed hence I will contact Asata to look at the matter and will reserve my legal opinion on the matter since i was not refunded even half of what I paid "
South Africa
Zama
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Andaluz Boutique Hotel
Front of property – evening/night
Acorn B&B in Durban

Acorn B&B in Durban

Acorn B&B in Durban
4.0 star property
Essenwood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 reviews)
"The place is unique and natural "
United States
jonathan
The price is €47
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Acorn B&B in Durban
LCD TV
Summerhill Estate

Summerhill Estate

Summerhill Estate
4.0 star property
11.1 km from Essenwood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Nice location with excellent cuisine, "
South Africa
Willie
Summerhill Estate
Courtyard
Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown

Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown

Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown
3.0 star property
13.9 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (126 reviews)
"Amazing stay and friendly staff"
South Africa
Ayanda
Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (ZAR 100 per person)
268 On Ridge Guesthouse

268 On Ridge Guesthouse

268 On Ridge Guesthouse
3.5 star property
3.2 km from Essenwood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (21 reviews)
"The service was amazing and the accommodations were spacious. It’s centrally located in a safe area and easy to get around. Very popular, so make sure to book in advance "
United Kingdom
Ansuyah
The price is €35
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
268 On Ridge Guesthouse
Double Room
Bayside Hotel 100

Bayside Hotel 100

Bayside Hotel 100
3.0 star property
South Beach, 3.4 km from Essenwood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Nice hotel for the price. The only downside being its location didnt feel safe to walk to and from after dark."
United Kingdom
graham
The price is €40
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Bayside Hotel 100
Reception hall
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
3.0 star property
Morningside, 2.7 km from Essenwood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (24 reviews)
"This place was amazing. Clean, beautiful views, quiet area, large rooms. Staff were helpful and friendly and stay out of your way so you can do whatever you want to. The only issue is that the parking can be a bit difficult to manage with a large vehicle."
South Africa
Nirendra
The price is €23
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
Double Room
Bayside Hotel 116

Bayside Hotel 116

Bayside Hotel 116
3.0 star property
South Beach, 3.3 km from Essenwood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (25 reviews)
"Amazing stay. Stuff is very friendly and kind, rooms are very clean, easy check in and checkout process. Restaurant has great food too. "
United States
Evan
Bayside Hotel 116
Exterior
Albion Manor

Albion Manor

Albion Manor
3.0 star property
Morningside, 1.3 km from Essenwood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Amazing personal service with friendliness and kindness. I would recommend this hotel to everyone who comes to Durban."
United States
Gary R
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Albion Manor
Garden
Concord Christian Guesthouse

Concord Christian Guesthouse

Concord Christian Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Windermere, 1.2 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (32 reviews)
"I always love it at Concord Christian Guesthouse, service is great. "
United States
Mbali
The price is €45
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Concord Christian Guesthouse
Luxury Double Room
Bayside Hotel Pine Street

Bayside Hotel Pine Street

Bayside Hotel Pine Street
3.5 star property
South Beach, 3.4 km from Essenwood
7.0 out of 10, Good, (61 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay"
United States
Harriet
The price is €35
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Bayside Hotel Pine Street
Reception
BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL

BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL

BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL
2.0 star property
South Beach, 3.4 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
ONOMO Hotel Durban

ONOMO Hotel Durban

ONOMO Hotel Durban
3.5 star property
2.9 km from Essenwood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (124 reviews)
"Good room size. Excellent food. Great staff Bathroom door not closing well Corridors had an awful smell "
Canada
Matshediso Sue
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
ONOMO Hotel Durban
Reception
hotel cube

hotel cube

hotel cube
Morningside, 1.9 km from Essenwood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (9 reviews)
"Only if they can have bar fridges and microwave in the rooms, other than that everything is perfect "
Ireland
Anonymous traveller
hotel cube
Aerial view
La Loggia B&B

La Loggia B&B

La Loggia B&B
3.5 star property
15.5 km from Essenwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"Was an amazing stay, staff was very friendly and helpful. Had a beautiful view of the ocean and the room was very comfortable."
South Africa
Heino
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
La Loggia B&B
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds
The Blue Waters Hotel

The Blue Waters Hotel

The Blue Waters Hotel
4.0 star property
North Beach, 2.7 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (991 reviews)
"Good friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Douglas
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
The Blue Waters Hotel
Exterior
Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel
3.0 star property
North Beach, 3.4 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (470 reviews)
"I had an amazing stay,thank you "
United States
Rabelani
Parade Hotel
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Road Lodge Durban

Road Lodge Durban

Road Lodge Durban
1.0 star property
Durban Central Business District, 2.3 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (454 reviews)
"Very good and clean. Friendly staff "
South Africa
Bianca
The price is €47
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Road Lodge Durban
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Where to stay in Essenwood

Find the best Essenwood areas for the activities you enjoy most.
North Beach which includes a hotel, street scenes and skyline

Durban Beachfront

Durban Beachfront is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Mini Town while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

South Beach featuring a sunset, surfing and surf

South Beach

Part of Durban’s wonderful Golden Mile, this sandy beach has safe swimming and a surf museum, an amusement park, a waterpark and an aquarium.

North Beach featuring a sunset and a sandy beach

North Beach

This sandy beach on Durban’s stunning Golden Mile is popular for its safe swimming, rolling waves, lively esplanade and cultural events.

Durban showing a mosque and heritage architecture
Photo by South African Tourism
Open Photo by South African Tourism

Durban Central Business District

Travellers come to Durban Central Business District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Durban City Hall and Harbour while you're in town.

Durban Botanical Gardens which includes landscape views and a garden

Musgrave

Musgrave is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Durban Botanical Gardens and Musgrave Centre.

Top Essenwood Hotel Reviews

Premier Hotel Umhlanga

Premier Hotel Umhlanga

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel. Great service and food. The view from our room was beautiful. Only a one night stay before flying to George. Highly recommend!"
Harry 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Premier Hotel Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

What is Essenwood like?
Essenwood is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its university setting, museums and beaches. Consider a visit to Killie Campbell Africana Library as part of your Essenwood travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Essenwood?
Based on our traveller data, Emakhosini Hotel on East is one of the top choices for your stay in Essenwood. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is Andaluz Boutique Hotel.
How many hotels are there in the Essenwood area?
Expedia has 7 Essenwood hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Berea area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Essenwood, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Essenwood.
What can I see and do in this Berea neighbourhood?
Killie Campbell Africana Library is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Essenwood. When you're sightseeing in Berea, Greyville Race Course and Royal Durban Golf Club are also worth a stop.

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