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Top Trending Hotels Near Essenwood, Durban

Emakhosini Hotel on East
Restaurant

Emakhosini Hotel on East

6.6 out of 10, (11)
"Comfortable Stay. Good Service. Good Breakfast. Good staff"
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Emakhosini Hotel on East
Acorn B&B in Durban
Front of property – evening/night

Acorn B&B in Durban

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (28)
"An absolutely charming place with charming hosts. Traveling as a single woman it was very safe and convenient. Coming and going is hassle-free. The internet and televison reception are excellent. Water in the shower nice and hot and the bed big and comfortable. Couldn't ask for more."
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Acorn B&B in Durban
Essenwood House
Front of property – evening/night

Essenwood House

3.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (8)
"Nice interior design for every single room. Two cool pool and able to make food myself."
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Essenwood House
Andaluz Boutique Hotel
Property entrance

Andaluz Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property
5.4 out of 10, (3)
"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 "
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Andaluz Boutique Hotel
Coweys Corner
Property grounds

Coweys Corner

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"Excellent place."
Coweys Corner
Belaire Suites
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Belaire Suites

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (895)
"Friendly staff, decent sized room, and the food in the hotel restaurant is excellent "
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Belaire Suites
ONOMO Hotel Durban
Exterior

ONOMO Hotel Durban

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (115)
"Handy and nice hotel for Durban. Location not on the beach but good enough. There is 24 hours security and secure car park. The breakfast and restaurant is very good. This round my room is facing the road, can be a bit noisy compare to inward facing room."
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
ONOMO Hotel Durban
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Outdoor pool

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (156)
"Great staff and location "
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre
View from room

Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre

3.5 star property
5.8 out of 10, (43)
"The hotel has an amazing vintage architecture. The building is amazing however it needs a some tlc. The reception ladies are great, they made me feel welcomed specially that it was my first time in Durban. The security guards was really good, very welcoming as well. I had a wonderful stay at the hotel with a nice sea view and it's very quiet, you get to relax.Just wish they could just could take case of the building outside, it really need some work. "
Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
Front of property

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (21)
"It was a good stay for the price. Stayed one night after leaving the airport. The area isn’t the best but the property is gated. "
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (593)
"Very attentive staff, thank you."
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG
Parade Hotel
Exterior

Parade Hotel

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (461)
"Good stay"
Parade Hotel
The Oyster Box
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Oyster Box

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (296)
"Really enjoy our stay at The Oyster Box, staff are so friendly and they really take care of you feel really special, go back every year because we enjoy it so much."
The price is €464
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Oyster Box
The Blue Waters Hotel
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds

The Blue Waters Hotel

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (983)
"Lovely hotel! Great service! We'll definitely stay here again!"
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Blue Waters Hotel
Pavilion Hotel Durban
Breakfast and dinner served

Pavilion Hotel Durban

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (296)
"Great location. Good hotel"
Pavilion Hotel Durban
First Group Breakers Resort
Aerial view

First Group Breakers Resort

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (169)
"Gorgeous view, super spacious, wonderful beach access and lovely staff!"
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
First Group Breakers Resort
Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown
Courtyard

Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (126)
"Amazing stay and friendly staff"
Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown
Premier Hotel Umhlanga
City view from property

Premier Hotel Umhlanga

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (98)
"Very pleasant stay! "
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Premier Hotel Umhlanga
Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch
Lobby lounge

Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (115)
"Had a lovely stay here for 5 days definitely will go back again "
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (362)
"Superb location and cannot thank the staff enough for the amazing hospitality and service . Highly recommended and massively improved from my last stay here. "
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
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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

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

South Beach featuring a sunset, surfing and surf

South Beach

South Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Harbour and Golden Mile.

North Beach featuring a sunset and a sandy beach

North Beach

North Beach 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 Golden Mile while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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

Durban Central Business District

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

Morningside

Morningside is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and Mitchell Park Zoo.

Top Essenwood Hotel Reviews

The Capital Pearls

The Capital Pearls

10/10 Excellent
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great stay at The Capital From check‑in to check‑out, the entire staff at The Capital was exceptionally professional, friendly, and eager to help. Every interaction felt efficient and welcoming. My room was clean, comfortable, and well-appointed—exactly what you want after a long day. Overall, a smooth, stress‑free stay. I’d happily return and recommend The Capital to anyone looking for reliable comfort and great service."
Terrance 6-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Capital Pearls

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 8 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.