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Our top choices for Essenwood hotels

Premium bedding, down comforters, 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 P3,912
P3,912 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Coweys Corner
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 P2,174
P2,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
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 P4,677
P5,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Andaluz Boutique Hotel
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)
"The place is unique and natural "
United States
jonathan
The price is P3,259
P3,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Acorn B&B in Durban
Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bayside 97 Russel street

Bayside 97 Russel street
2.0 star property
Durban Central Business District, 2.8 km from Essenwood
The price is P2,189
P2,517 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Bayside 97 Russel street
Garden

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 P2,626
P2,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
SUN1 Durban
Beach/ocean view

Dolphin Point

Dolphin Point
3.0 star property
21.1 km from Essenwood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (14 reviews)
"Perfect location waking up to the view of the sea, spectacular, great staff too!"
United Kingdom
Philip
The price is P4,094
P4,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Dolphin Point
Exterior

Branley Lodge

Branley Lodge
3.0 star property
23.1 km from Essenwood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"The lodge is well located in the Hillcrest area, close to the Main Road with it's shops and restaurants. Bev the hostess was very welcoming and seemed prepared to go out of her way to assist her guests. The breakfast in the morning was varied and good. The room, while on the small side, was adequately furnished with a comfortable bed. There were a number of small items which detracted from my stay. Single ply toilet rolls in the bathroom, a small and well worn towel and shower in which the...
South Africa
David
The price is P4,889
P5,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Branley Lodge
Living area

Point Waterfront Apartments

Point Waterfront Apartments
4.0 star property
Durban Point, 5.8 km from Essenwood
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (91 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay here and the views are just amazing"
United States
Silungile
The price is P5,541
P6,372 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Point Waterfront Apartments
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 P3,827
P4,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Anchors Boutique Lodge
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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 P4,535
P5,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Southey House
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)
"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 P7,906
P9,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Suncoast Hotel & Towers
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 P4,708
P5,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown
In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cowrie Cove Guest House

Cowrie Cove Guest House
5.0 star property
10.5 km from Essenwood
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"100% recommended, great stay everyone is very friendly and accommodating, I will say there again! The beach was amazing and clean."
United Kingdom
Jonty Alan
The price is P7,533
P7,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Cowrie Cove Guest House
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Kingfisher Lodge

Kingfisher Lodge
4.0 star property
14.5 km from Essenwood
The price is P4,818
P5,541 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
Kingfisher Lodge
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 P2,530
P3,951 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Zar Hotel
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 P5,165
P5,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Lemon Tree B&B
Reception

BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL

BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL
2.0 star property
South Beach, 3.4 km from Essenwood
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"I found it funny that this Bayside is called Bayside Suites when some of the other bayside Hotels are much nicer inside. They must work on this. My room has a hole in the ceiling. They must fix. "
United States
Rodney
The price is P3,555
P4,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL
Exterior

Garden Court Umhlanga

Garden Court Umhlanga
3.0 star property
13.9 km from Essenwood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (58 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay , friendly staff, breakfast buffet was superb"
South Africa
Warren Christopher
The price is P6,635
P7,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Garden Court Umhlanga
Free WiFi

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 P4,251
P4,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
12 Oceans Hotel and Conference Centre
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Where to stay in Essenwood

Find the best Essenwood areas and neighborhoods 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 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.

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

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

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

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

6/10 Okay
"Room was clean, linen was clean but old. No pool at all, outdoor furniture was uncomfortable to sit on. Apartment had a cute fridge and clean microwave to use. That was amazing. Gosh- parking is a problem. The aircon worked perfectly. Housekeeping was excellent. Only major issue I had with the hotel was the crowd it pulls in are the rough crowds so they always making noise and couples fighting and swearing for 2/3hours straight in the middle of the night. I just wish they made the balconies a little bit more comfortable and possibly remove the fake artificial trees in the passages next to the lift 💀☠️😵 Would I come back? Yes def. Would I bring my own linen and earplugs. Totally yes I will. Will I come with a car? No I will park my car in a large mall overnight and use an uber to get to the hotel. There are so many food restaurants and spaza shops up the road. I walked there everyday. It was perfect. "
Faraaz 6-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Frequently asked questions

What is Essenwood like?
Essenwood is a neighborhood that travelers 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 traveler 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 should I expect to find in the Essenwood area?
Expedia has 7 Essenwood hotels and other accommodations, 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, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Essenwood.
What can I see and do in this Berea neighborhood?
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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