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Our top choices for Essenwood hotels

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Acorn B&B in Durban

Acorn B&B in Durban
4.0 star property
Essenwood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"The place is unique and natural "
United States
jonathan
The price is NZ$82
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Acorn B&B in Durban
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 NZ$63
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Emakhosini Hotel on East
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 NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Andaluz Boutique Hotel
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 NZ$102
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Coweys Corner
Reception

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, (255 reviews)
"Great breakfast and rooms are kept clean"
United States
VIVIAN
The price is NZ$84
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
The Royal Hotel
Deluxe Double Room

PLM Golden Lodge

PLM Golden Lodge
2.0 star property
3.3 km from Essenwood
The price is NZ$74
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
PLM Golden Lodge
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine

ONOMO Hotel Durban

ONOMO Hotel Durban
3.5 star property
2.9 km from Essenwood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (127 reviews)
"No complaints. Hotel is very clean, comfortable and service has been very good. Would definitely stay again!"
United Kingdom
Rufaro
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
ONOMO Hotel Durban
Livingstone Room

Southey House

Southey House
3.5 star property
16 km from Essenwood
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"amazing…lovely kind staff,safe quiet area and astonishing views..until next time x"
United Kingdom
Neil
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Southey House
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, (27 reviews)
"Great stay! Very helpful staff, nice room."
Germany
Silke
The price is NZ$45
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
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, (520 reviews)
"Loved it, safe parking, clean all amenities around . Wish thy had bathtubs"
United States
Thandile
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Lobby lounge

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge
1.0 star property
13.6 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (918 reviews)
"Clean room, good service "
United States
Kimberly Ann
The price is NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge
Pool

Zar Hotel

Zar Hotel
3.5 star property
29 km from Essenwood
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Excellent hotel at a superb location "
South Africa
Sibusiso
The price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Zar Hotel
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 NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown
Superior Double Room

PLM Lodge

PLM Lodge
2.0 star property
Glenwood, 4 km from Essenwood
The price is NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
PLM 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, (214 reviews)
"Was a good experience "
Australia
Warren
The price is NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Suncoast Hotel & Towers
Reception

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 NZ$74
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
SUN1 Durban
Rooftop terrace

Premier Hotel Umhlanga

Premier Hotel Umhlanga
3.5 star property
14.2 km from Essenwood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (107 reviews)
"Great service, friendly staff who went out of their way to ensure we felt welcome, will definitely be returning in the future. "
United States
Tyrell
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Premier Hotel Umhlanga
Interior detail

Lemon Tree B&B

Lemon Tree B&B
5.0 star property
18.9 km from Essenwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"Beautiful establishment and friendly host. Our garden cottage was a treat!"
South Africa
Elsebie
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Lemon Tree B&B
Outdoor pool

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
4.0 star property
14.5 km from Essenwood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (201 reviews)
"Nice area, close to the beach convenient to shopping and restaurants. "
United States
Stephanie
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Suite

UmhlangaApart Hotel

UmhlangaApart Hotel
3.0 star property
14.4 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (11 reviews)
"Rooms spacious and neat. Beautiful relaxing stay. Will definitely go back. Only negative was the self catering kitchen had very little crockery etc. "
South Africa
Lorane
The price is NZ$102
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
UmhlangaApart Hotel
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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 Mini Town 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 Harbour and Durban City Hall 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

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

10/10 Excellent
"Nice area, close to the beach convenient to shopping and restaurants. "
Stephanie 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

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. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is Acorn B&B in Durban.
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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