Essenwood

Durban

Popular places to visit

uShaka Marine World showing signage and rides as well as a large group of people

uShaka Marine World

Ride high-speed waterslides, explore the thrilling rope adventure park and witness dolphin, seal and shark shows at South Africa’s premier oceanfront waterpark.

uShaka Marine World
Durban Beach

Durban Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Durban Beach during your travels in Durban? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Durban Beach
Moses Mabhida Stadium

Moses Mabhida Stadium

Catch an event at Moses Mabhida Stadium during your trip to Durban. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Moses Mabhida Stadium
Golden Mile

Golden Mile

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Golden Mile might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Durban. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Golden Mile
Durban Botanical Gardens featuring a garden, a pond and landscape views

Durban Botanical Gardens

Featuring pristine lawns, colorful flowerbeds, birdlife and a tea garden, these stunning gardens are also the setting for open-air concerts.

Durban Botanical Gardens

The Internet Cafe

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit The Internet Cafe, during your trip to Berea. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

The Internet Cafe

Things to do

Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

P538
per adult
Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf
Durban: Durban: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

Durban: Durban: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

P4,878
per adult
Durban: Durban: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

P521
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise
Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

P370
per adult
Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise
Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

P656
per adult
Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise
Coffee on the deck with a view

Sani Pass Day Tour from Durban

P11,269
per adult
Sani Pass Day Tour from Durban
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Top hotels in Essenwood

Emakhosini Hotel on East

Emakhosini Hotel on East

73 East St, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is P1,971 per night from Oct 21 to Oct 22
P1,971
P2,266 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World are located ...
"first of all it should never be listed, the building is in bad condition, the windows are falling, there is no aircondition considering it was 98 deg outside, the place was not clean I would not rate it any star. Expedia should take them off the hotels It is sad to call it a hotel."

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2025

Emakhosini Hotel on East
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4 out of 5
Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is P6,254 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
P6,254
P7,264 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (159 reviews)
"We had lounge access with our booking however the hotel was very busy with a number of events. The manager in recognition upgraded our room and provided in room service. The following day the deputy manager helped me and my wife with a harbour cruise and provided a complimentary evening meal. The ..."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

3 out of 5
191 OR Tambo/Marine Parade, North Beach, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a casino. Popular attractions uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (459 reviews)
"Everything was perfect"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

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Parade Hotel
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

3 out of 5
298 Percy Osborn Rd, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (24 reviews)
Fantastic budget hotel
"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."

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025

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Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

3 out of 5
Protea Mall, Cnr Lighthouse and Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is P4,964 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
P4,964
P5,765 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (499 reviews)
"The stay at the hotel was excellent very central of all restaurants and the mall. The only disappointment was they didn't offer lunch and dinner available at the hotel restaurant on Saturday. So we had to eat somewhere else. But overall a very nice Hotel."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

3 out of 5
2 Ncondo Place Umhlanga, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is P3,291 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
P3,291
P4,382 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (605 reviews)
"My stay at Holiday inn was excellent and the staff was very friendly."

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Essenwood

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Windermere

Windermere is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and African Art Centre.

Windermere
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Overport

While Overport might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Durban Botanical Gardens and Florida Road.

Overport
Durban Botanical Gardens which includes a garden and landscape views

Musgrave

Musgrave is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Durban Botanical Gardens and Musgrave Centre.

Musgrave
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Morningside

Morningside is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and Mitchell Park Zoo.

Morningside
North Beach showing a city, a coastal town and street scenes

Durban Beachfront

Durban Beachfront is a destination visitors seek out for is 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 neighborhood.

Durban Beachfront
Durban which includes heritage architecture and a mosque

Durban Central Business District

Durban Central Business District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Workshop Mall and Harbour while in the area.

Durban Central Business District

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