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

Start date: Check-in selected.
To Date
End date: Check-out

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Tomorrow
29 Nov - 30 Nov
This weekend
28 Nov - 30 Nov
Next weekend
5 Dec - 7 Dec

Filter by

Guest rating
Guest rating
Star rating

Top Trending Hotels Near Essenwood, Durban

Restaurant
Emakhosini Hotel on East

Emakhosini Hotel on East

Essenwood
6.6 out of 10, (11)
"Staff were good. "
United States
Joachim
The price is €42
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Emakhosini Hotel on East
Property entrance
Andaluz Boutique Hotel

Andaluz Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property
Essenwood
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 "
South Africa
Zama
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Andaluz Boutique Hotel
Front of property – evening/night
Acorn B&B in Durban

Acorn B&B in Durban

4.0 star property
Essenwood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (28)
"The place is unique and natural "
United States
jonathan
The price is €45
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Acorn B&B in Durban
Property grounds
Coweys Corner

Coweys Corner

3.0 star property
Essenwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"Excellent place."
South Africa
Bernard
Coweys Corner
Exterior
ONOMO Hotel Durban

ONOMO Hotel Durban

3.5 star property
2.9 km from Essenwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (118)
"The hitel is in a central location and ver close to the beach. "
United States
Taneisha
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
ONOMO Hotel Durban
View from room
Hilton Durban

Hilton Durban

5.0 star property
Durban Central Business District, 2.8 km from Essenwood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (646)
"Lovely, comfortable and good location"
United States
Francis
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Hilton Durban
Outdoor pool
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4.0 star property
14.5 km from Essenwood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (172)
"Comfortable hotel in heart of fancy shopping district. 30 min uber into the city"
United States
Peter
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Belaire Suites

Belaire Suites

4.0 star property
North Beach, 2.8 km from Essenwood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (917)
"Friendly staff, decent sized room, and the food in the hotel restaurant is excellent "
United States
Marie
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Belaire Suites
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

3.0 star property
13.6 km from Essenwood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (616)
"Had a fantastic time staying at the holiday inn rooms were very clean.Staff was more than friendly and great customer service definitely stay again"
United Kingdom
RICHARD
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Oyster Box

The Oyster Box

5.0 star property
14.4 km from Essenwood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (301)
"This is the best hotel in the greater Durban metropolitan area. "
United States
Stuart
The price is €480
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
The Oyster Box
Exterior
Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

3.0 star property
North Beach, 3.5 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (467)
"I had an amazing stay,thank you "
United States
Rabelani
Parade Hotel
City view from property
Premier Hotel Umhlanga

Premier Hotel Umhlanga

3.5 star property
14.2 km from Essenwood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (102)
"Excellent place to stay "
South Africa
Kumlesen
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Premier Hotel Umhlanga
Courtyard
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)
"Amazing stay and friendly staff"
South Africa
Ayanda
Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown
Lobby lounge
Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch

Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch

4.0 star property
13.6 km from Essenwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (126)
"The hotel and restaurant staff are top notch! The food at the hotel restaurant was delicious. The room was spacious, clean, quiet and comfortable. "
United States
Rene
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch
Breakfast and dinner served
Pavilion Hotel Durban

Pavilion Hotel Durban

3.0 star property
North Beach, 3.1 km from Essenwood
7.4 out of 10, Good, (297)
"The breakfast was good and delicious. It’s easy to around town and it’s near the Casino."
United Kingdom
Betty
Pavilion Hotel Durban
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds
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, (989)
"Good friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Douglas
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The Blue Waters Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge

4.0 star property
13.9 km from Essenwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (368)
"Rooms were cleaned, very friendly and accommodating staff. Will definitely visit again. "
United Kingdom
Kenneth
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
Free self-parking
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)
"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
Luxury Double Room
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, (59)
"Perfect place to stay"
United States
Harriet
The price is €34
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Bayside Hotel Pine Street
Presidential Penthouse, Private Pool, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Point Waterfront Apartments

Point Waterfront Apartments

4.0 star property
Durban Point, 5.8 km from Essenwood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (86)
"Enjoyed our stay here and the views are just amazing"
United States
Silungile
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Point Waterfront Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties

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 Workshop Mall and Playhouse 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 Oyster Box

The Oyster Box

10/10 Excellent
"It was truly amazing. Everyone was very friendly "
Peter 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
The Oyster Box

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

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.
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.