Essenwood Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Stay near popular Essenwood attractions

Killie Campbell Africana Library

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Killie Campbell Africana Library during your travels in Berea. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

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Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

NZ$12
per adult
Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise
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Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

NZ$19
per adult
Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf
Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

NZ$23
per adult
Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise
Culture Walking Tour of Durban

Culture Walking Tour of Durban

NZ$114
per adult
Culture Walking Tour of Durban
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

NZ$26
per adult
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal
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Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

NZ$17
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise
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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 NZ$288 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$288
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (239 reviews)
"Long wait to check in even though it was 9 30 pm On two occasions there were no towels in the bathroom On check out could not contact reception to get someone to help with luggage"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Belaire Suites

Belaire Suites

4 out of 5
151 Snell Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$138 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$138
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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 ...
Belaire Suites
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

3 out of 5
Protea Mall Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$188 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$188
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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! (533 reviews)
"We had a great experience at the Protea Hotel. Check in and out was efficient and all employees extremely courteous and helpful. The restaurant prepared breakfast to go on short notice due to our early departure. The facility is immaculately kept and tastefully designed. The location was great and ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge

1 out of 5
Cnr Meidgate and Hospital Road Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$97 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$97
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gateway Theatre of Shopping and ...
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge
Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

3 out of 5
191 OR Tambo/Marine Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$80 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$80
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a casino and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dairy Beach and Durban Funworld are located ...
Parade Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch

Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch

4 out of 5
1 Ncondo Place, Umhlanga Ridge Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$177 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$177
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board and ...
Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch
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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.

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.

A tropical theme park entrance with a shark sign, palm trees, and a thatched-roof building.

Durban Point

While visiting Durban Point, you might make a stop by sights like uShaka Marine World and Harbour.

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