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Our top choices for Essenwood hotels

Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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$84
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Coweys Corner
Property entrance

Andaluz Boutique Hotel

Andaluz Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Essenwood
5.4 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"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$119
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
Andaluz Boutique Hotel
Banquet hall

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$62
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Emakhosini Hotel on East
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, (30 reviews)
"Great place 👌 "
South Africa
Nandisa
The price is AU$74
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Acorn B&B in Durban
Reception

Metro Lodge Beach

Metro Lodge Beach
2.5 star property
South Beach, 3.5 km from Essenwood
7.0 out of 10, Good, (4 reviews)
"The guest house was good and good services.. We shall require wifi codes in each room"
South Africa
AMBROSE
The price is AU$41
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Metro Lodge Beach
Reception hall

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
3.0 star property
Morningside, 2.7 km from Essenwood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (29 reviews)
"Great stay! Very helpful staff, nice room."
Germany
Silke
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
Dining

SUN1 Durban

SUN1 Durban
2.0 star property
2.1 km from Essenwood
7.2 out of 10, Good, (107 reviews)
"Booking was done in July 2022 but on arrival Sun1 provided me with disabled room smelling pee untidy. Was wondering what's the used of booking early instead of receiving 1st preference I had very terrible services. I was indeed disappointed will never booked at SUN1 ever. "
South Africa
Nneheng Grace
The price is AU$63
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
SUN1 Durban
Livingstone Room

Southey House

Southey House
3.5 star property
16 km from Essenwood
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room and secure parking."
South Africa
Stephen
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
19 June - 20 June
Southey House
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools

Durban Spa

Durban Spa
2.5 star property
South Beach, 3.9 km from Essenwood
The price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Durban Spa
Terrace/patio

Anchors Boutique Lodge

Anchors Boutique Lodge
3.5 star property
21.1 km from Essenwood
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Room was very clean, comfortable & spacious. Owners were very hospitable, warm & friendly. Monica & Cindy the staff were very kind & helpful. Very pleasant stay."
South Africa
Vanishree
The price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Anchors Boutique Lodge
Outdoor pool

Presidential Boutique Hotel

Presidential Boutique Hotel
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Essenwood
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
Presidential Boutique Hotel
Family Room

PLM Golden Lodge

PLM Golden Lodge
2.0 star property
3.3 km from Essenwood
The price is AU$61
includes taxes & fees
19 June - 20 June
PLM Golden Lodge
Exterior

Suncoast Hotel & Towers

Suncoast Hotel & Towers
5.0 star property
Durban Beachfront, 2.6 km from Essenwood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (215 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$198
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Suncoast Hotel & Towers
Executive Suite

Cowrie Cove Guest House

Cowrie Cove Guest House
5.0 star property
10.5 km from Essenwood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Excellent stay and service. Were in contact via whatsapp to confirm arrival etc."
United States
Cindy
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Cowrie Cove Guest House
Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bayside 97 Russel street

Bayside 97 Russel street
2.0 star property
Durban Central Business District, 2.8 km from Essenwood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Bayside 97 Russel street
Building design

Ammazulu African Palace

Ammazulu African Palace
5.0 star property
17.5 km from Essenwood
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"Such a peaceful and pleasant stay, the host was so friendly and helpful"
South Africa
Cherie
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Ammazulu African Palace
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, (128 reviews)
"Amazing stay and friendly staff"
South Africa
Ayanda
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
18 June - 19 June
Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown
Lobby sitting area

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
3.0 star property
14.4 km from Essenwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (525 reviews)
"Yes. Everything excellent."
Canada
Gugu
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Family Room

12 Oceans Hotel and Conference Centre

12 Oceans Hotel and Conference Centre
30.5 km from Essenwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"The food is good there and room is very spacious. Best hotel I stayed in my life"
South Africa
Themba
The price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
19 June - 20 June
12 Oceans Hotel and Conference Centre
Presidential Suite | Bathroom

The Oyster Box

The Oyster Box
5.0 star property
14.4 km from Essenwood
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (316 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, perfect time for our family "
United Kingdom
Jonathan
The price is AU$671
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
The Oyster Box
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Our guide on where to stay in Essenwood

Find the best Essenwood areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Clean ocean wave surging crashing towards shallow sandbars at surf city beaches of Durban

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

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

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

View of suburban and city landscape Durban South Africa

Durban Central Business District

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

A wide aerial of the bridge and freeway crossing over the Umgeni River mouth with the Durban skyline in the distance.

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 Umhlanga Ridge

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge

10/10 Excellent
"It was our first time staying there, we will be back again"
Dabson 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge

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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