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Our top choices for Essenwood hotels

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Acorn B&B in Durban

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 AU$77
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Acorn B&B in Durban
Banquet hall
Emakhosini Hotel on East

Emakhosini Hotel on East

Emakhosini Hotel on East
Essenwood
6.6 out of 10, (11)
"Staff were good. "
United States
Joachim
The price is AU$60
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Emakhosini Hotel on East
Property entrance
Andaluz Boutique Hotel

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 AU$122
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Andaluz Boutique Hotel
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Coweys Corner

Coweys Corner

Coweys Corner
3.0 star property
Essenwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"Excellent place."
South Africa
Bernard
Coweys Corner
LCD TV
Summerhill Estate

Summerhill Estate

Summerhill Estate
4.0 star property
11.1 km from Essenwood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (15)
"Nice location with excellent cuisine, "
South Africa
Willie
Summerhill Estate
Family Room
25 Jacaranda Lodge & Backpackers

25 Jacaranda Lodge & Backpackers

25 Jacaranda Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
19.2 km from Essenwood
The price is AU$49
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
25 Jacaranda Lodge & Backpackers
Courtyard
Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown

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
Double Room
Bayside Hotel 100

Bayside Hotel 100

Bayside Hotel 100
3.0 star property
South Beach, 3.4 km from Essenwood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (72)
"Nice hotel for the price. The only downside being its location didnt feel safe to walk to and from after dark."
United Kingdom
graham
The price is AU$67
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Bayside Hotel 100
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (ZAR 100 per person)
268 On Ridge Guesthouse

268 On Ridge Guesthouse

268 On Ridge Guesthouse
3.5 star property
3.2 km from Essenwood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (21)
"The service was amazing and the accommodations were spacious. It’s centrally located in a safe area and easy to get around. Very popular, so make sure to book in advance "
United Kingdom
Ansuyah
The price is AU$59
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
268 On Ridge Guesthouse
Exterior
Albion Manor

Albion Manor

Albion Manor
3.0 star property
Morningside, 1.3 km from Essenwood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Amazing personal service with friendliness and kindness. I would recommend this hotel to everyone who comes to Durban."
United States
Gary R
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Albion Manor
Reception hall
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
3.0 star property
Morningside, 2.7 km from Essenwood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (24)
"This place was amazing. Clean, beautiful views, quiet area, large rooms. Staff were helpful and friendly and stay out of your way so you can do whatever you want to. The only issue is that the parking can be a bit difficult to manage with a large vehicle."
South Africa
Nirendra
The price is AU$47
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
Double Room
Bayside Hotel 116

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

Bayside Hotel Pine Street
3.5 star property
South Beach, 3.4 km from Essenwood
7.2 out of 10, Good, (60)
"Perfect place to stay"
United States
Harriet
The price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Bayside Hotel Pine Street
Garden
Concord Christian Guesthouse

Concord Christian Guesthouse

Concord Christian Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Windermere, 1.2 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (32)
"I always love it at Concord Christian Guesthouse, service is great. "
United States
Mbali
The price is AU$73
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Concord Christian Guesthouse
Front of property
Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre

Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre

Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre
3.5 star property
Durban Central Business District, 3.2 km from Essenwood
6.0 out of 10, (48)
"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. "
South Africa
Maidi
Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
ONOMO Hotel Durban

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 AU$97
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
ONOMO Hotel Durban
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds
The Blue Waters Hotel

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, (990)
"Good friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Douglas
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
The Blue Waters Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Belaire Suites

Belaire Suites

Belaire Suites
4.0 star property
North Beach, 2.8 km from Essenwood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (917)
"Nice view of ocean and breakfast was filled with various options. "
United States
Aaron
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Belaire Suites
Aerial view
La Loggia B&B

La Loggia B&B

La Loggia B&B
3.5 star property
15.5 km from Essenwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11)
"Was an amazing stay, staff was very friendly and helpful. Had a beautiful view of the ocean and the room was very comfortable."
South Africa
Heino
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
La Loggia B&B
Reception
BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL

BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL

BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL
2.0 star property
South Beach, 3.4 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL
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Our guide on where to stay in Essenwood

Find the best Essenwood areas for the activities you enjoy most.
North Beach showing modern architecture, street scenes and a hotel

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.

South Beach showing a sunset, surfing and landscape views

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 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 featuring 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

Road Lodge Durban

Road Lodge Durban

10/10 Excellent
"Yes "
Maureen Zanele 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Road Lodge Durban

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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