Glenwood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
uShaka Marine World
Ride high-speed waterslides, explore the thrilling rope adventure park and witness dolphin, seal and shark shows at South Africa’s premier oceanfront waterpark.
Durban Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Durban Beach during your travels in Durban? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Moses Mabhida Stadium
Catch an event at Moses Mabhida Stadium during your trip to Durban. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Golden Mile
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Golden Mile might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Durban. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Durban Botanical Gardens
Featuring pristine lawns, colorful flowerbeds, birdlife and a tea garden, these stunning gardens are also the setting for open-air concerts.
Phansi Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Phansi Museum during your travels in Berea. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Activities
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban
Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal
Our pick of the best Glenwood Hotel Deals
PLM Lodge
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
"Very modern clean hotel in a great location 👌"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Parade Hotel
"Yes I didn’t slept on beach view room"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Royal Hotel
Belaire Suites
"Clean room, friendly staff, nice location along the beach. Pool was not usable while there. Top floor breakfast was great and a good way to start off your day with a view. Food at the main floor bar is inconsistent and some of the bar staff are not very friendly."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge
"Room was clean, staff were very kind and very friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend it to people staying 1/2 nights. Very central and ubers easily accessible."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Glenwood
Musgrave
Musgrave is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Durban Botanical Gardens and Musgrave Centre.
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 Durban City Hall while you're in town.
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.
Essenwood
Visitors to Essenwood like its beaches and restaurants, and Killie Campbell Africana Library is a sight worth a stop.
South Beach
South Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Durban Funworld and Harbour.
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 Durban Funworld while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
