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Our top choices for Essenwood hotels

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1. Acorn B&B in Durban

Acorn B&B in Durban
4.0 star property
Essenwood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"Great place 👌 "
South Africa
Nandisa
The price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July
Acorn B&B in Durban
Banquet hall

2. 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 AU$52
includes taxes & fees
23 July - 24 July
Emakhosini Hotel on East
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

3. Coweys Corner

Coweys Corner
3.0 star property
Essenwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19 reviews)
"Excellent place."
South Africa
Bernard
The price is AU$93
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July
Coweys Corner
Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps

4. Coastlands Musgrave Hotel

Coastlands Musgrave Hotel
4.0 star property
Musgrave, 1.2 km from Essenwood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (161 reviews)
"Everything was superb. Room spotless clean Staff friendly. "
United States
Vuyelwa
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Coastlands Musgrave Hotel
Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, body treatments

5. Suncoast Hotel & Towers

Suncoast Hotel & Towers
5.0 star property
Durban Beachfront, 2.6 km from Essenwood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (218 reviews)
"The staff are great, very friendly and helpful. The rooms are nice and clean and the location is excellent right next to the beach! "
United States
Azucena
The price is AU$218
includes taxes & fees
23 July - 24 July
Suncoast Hotel & Towers
Reception

6. McAllisters on 8th

McAllisters on 8th
4.0 star property
Windermere, 1 km from Essenwood
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"There should be a B&B option - as the portion of the breakfast is a bit small yet the mini snack buffet set up is real cute. "
United States
Nadine
The price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
McAllisters on 8th
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

7. Belaire Suites

Belaire Suites
4.0 star property
North Beach, 2.8 km from Essenwood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (949 reviews)
"I will stay here again, great hotel."
United States
Camille
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Belaire Suites
Dining

8. SUN1 Durban

SUN1 Durban
2.0 star property
2.1 km from Essenwood
7.2 out of 10, Good, (107 reviews)
"yes..all was well"
South Africa
Caiphus
The price is AU$63
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July
SUN1 Durban
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds

9. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel is waterfront . Very busy with families during the holidays. "
Canada
Janet
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
The Blue Waters Hotel
Deluxe Double Room

10. Luxe on Ridge

Luxe on Ridge
3.0 star property
Musgrave, 1 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
"What a brilliant experience. I booked this hotel for a friend who had eye surgery at the nearby McCords Hospital. I received first class service throughout. Thank you Promise for all your help. "
United Kingdom
LINDSEY
The price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Luxe on Ridge
Garden

11. 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 AU$73
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July
Concord Christian Guesthouse
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

12. Road Lodge Durban

Road Lodge Durban
1.0 star property
Durban Central Business District, 2.3 km from Essenwood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (468 reviews)
"Clean room"
United Kingdom
Audrey
The price is AU$78
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Road Lodge Durban
Premium Double or Twin Room | Terrace/patio

13. Emakhosini Boutique Hotel

Emakhosini Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Morningside, 1.6 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff"
United States
Zola
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Emakhosini Boutique Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

14. The Edward Hotel

The Edward Hotel
4.0 star property
South Beach, 3.6 km from Essenwood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (230 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Derek
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
The Edward Hotel
Family Room

15. PLM Golden Lodge

PLM Golden Lodge
2.0 star property
3.3 km from Essenwood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Nice and peaceful place, easy to locate, clean and friendly staff especially the guards."
United States
Ontiretse
The price is AU$61
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July
PLM Golden Lodge
Exterior detail

16. Sica's Guest House

Sica's Guest House
4.0 star property
3 km from Essenwood
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great temporary living experience. "
United States
Terry
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July
Sica's Guest House
Reception

17. The Royal Hotel

The Royal Hotel
3.0 star property
Durban Central Business District, 3.1 km from Essenwood
7.4 out of 10, Good, (257 reviews)
"I had a great time room was clean and tidy, it is near shops and it is a safe place to visit."
South Africa
Sibusiso
The price is AU$82
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
The Royal Hotel
Reception

18. ONOMO Hotel Durban

ONOMO Hotel Durban
3.5 star property
2.9 km from Essenwood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (143 reviews)
"everythoing was exceptional friendly staff"
United States
Thabiso E P T
The price is AU$82
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
ONOMO Hotel Durban
Gazebo

19. City Lodge Hotel Durban

City Lodge Hotel Durban
3.0 star property
North Beach, 3 km from Essenwood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (264 reviews)
"Worth the money, good service, good breakfast "
United States
VIANNEY
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
City Lodge Hotel Durban
Superior Room

20. The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House

The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House
4.0 star property
Morningside, 1.8 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (71 reviews)
"Room was good at the price. Getting in an out was a bit irritating at times, no intercom and you dont want to hoot and distrub guests (which some people did). "
United States
Barry
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House
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Our guide on where to stay in Essenwood

Find the best Essenwood areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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

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.

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North Beach

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

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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 Farewell Square while you're in town.

A coastal cityscape with a bridge over water, dense green forest, and urban buildings.

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

Recent Reviews in Essenwood

Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre

Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre

10/10 Excellent
"NICE HOTEL - WILL STAY THERE AGAIN."
IVOR 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre

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.

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