Essenwood Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Stay near popular Essenwood attractions

The Internet Cafe

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit The Internet Cafe during your travels in Berea. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Picture 1 for Activity Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

AU$11
per adult
Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

AU$22
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban
Picture 10 for Activity Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

AU$16
per adult
Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf
Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

AU$20
per adult
Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

AU$14
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise
Culture Walking Tour of Durban

Culture Walking Tour of Durban

AU$97
per adult
Culture Walking Tour of Durban
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Our pick of the best Essenwood Hotel Deals

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4 out of 5
Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$220 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$220
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (228 reviews)
"Clean comfortable rooms. Breakfast is outstanding."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Belaire Suites

Belaire Suites

4 out of 5
151 Snell Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$111 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$111
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (948 reviews)
"Great location for IM event, staff are friendly and welcoming. View from breakfast was breathtaking every time."

Reviewed on 17 June 2026

Belaire Suites
Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre

Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre

4 out of 5
329 Umhlanga Rocks Drive Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$142 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$142
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Umhlanga Rocks Beach and KwaZulu-Natal ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (335 reviews)
"Great stay, relaxed spa was lovely"

Reviewed on 17 June 2026

Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

3 out of 5
Protea Mall Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$158 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$158
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (527 reviews)
"Great suite! Spacious and clean. Perfect location in Umhlanga."

Reviewed on 16 June 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
ONOMO Hotel Durban

ONOMO Hotel Durban

3.5 out of 5
56 K.E Masinga Road CNR Sylvester Ntuli Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$83 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$83
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (142 reviews)
"Amazing! Really good Great"

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

ONOMO Hotel Durban
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge

1 out of 5
Cnr Meidgate and Hospital Road Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$76 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$76
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Gateway ...
8/10 Very good! (926 reviews)
"The room was clean and the stuff was very friendly"

Reviewed on 17 June 2026

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge
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Our guide on where to stay in Essenwood

Find the best Essenwood areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large wave curling over the ocean with a city skyline in the background.

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

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and people walking along the shore.

South Beach

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

A beach with a pier extending into the water, a thatched umbrella, and a person sitting on the sand.

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.

Overport

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Overport and surrounding area, you can visit Musgrave Centre and West Ridge Park Tennis Stadium.

A cityscape with a prominent stadium, dense urban buildings, and surrounding greenery.

Durban Central Business District

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

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