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175 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

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$44

per night

Jun 12 - Jun 13

7.8/10 Good! (830 reviews)

"The place to be for holidays with family or business trips.."

Reviewed on May 17, 2023

2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal

$356

per night

Jun 7 - Jun 8

9.6/10 Exceptional! (256 reviews)

"One of the best hotels I have ever stayed in."

Reviewed on May 29, 2023

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Protea Mall, Cnr Lighthouse and Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal

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$68

per night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

8.4/10 Very Good! (382 reviews)

"Wonderful hotel with a lot of local dining options within an easy walking distance. Friendly staff and clean rooms. We would stay here again and recommend to anyone."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2023

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20 Battery Beach Road, Durban, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

$90

per night

Jun 26 - Jun 27

8.2/10 Very Good! (130 reviews)

Wonderful

"It was incredible the staff was so accommodating and the front end manageress was AMAZING"

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2023

Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal

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$88

per night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

7.8/10 Good! (22 reviews)

"Nice Reception and good service"

Reviewed on May 15, 2023

6 Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal

$93

per night

Jun 14 - Jun 15

9/10 Wonderful! (216 reviews)

"Safe once you were inside the building and across the road from the shopping mall, a few minutes walk to a nice beach."

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2023

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga, an IHG Hotel

2 Ncondo Place Umhlanga, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal

Fully refundable

$50

per night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

8.2/10 Very Good! (512 reviews)

Great Place to Stay in Durban

"Great location, friendly staff, good ambience, clean and safe hotel."

Reviewed on May 24, 2023

1 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal

$207

per night

Jun 12 - Jun 13

9.2/10 Wonderful! (73 reviews)

Top service

"We enjoyed a wonderful weekend stay at the Beverly Hills and it exceeded our expectations. The service is consistently good in all areas and the attention to detail provided us with an excellent guest experience. Well done to management and staff."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023

88 Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal

$74

per night

Jun 8 - Jun 9

7.8/10 Good! (124 reviews)

"Great location."

Reviewed on May 11, 2023

191 OR Tambo/Marine Parade, North Beach, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

$30

per night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

7.8/10 Good! (375 reviews)

Parade STILL top of the pops!

"As always I really enjoyed my stay: my favourite corner room, the sea view & sounds & super breakfast. A special thanks to Junior for helping with my boarding pass! knd rgds louis-THE-lawyer"

Reviewed on May 12, 2023

Cnr Herrwood Drive & Umhlanga Boulevard, Umhlanga Ridge, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal

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$66

per night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

8.8/10 Excellent! (52 reviews)

"Nice, quiet, comfortable."

Reviewed on May 7, 2023

91 Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal

$71

per night

Jun 7 - Jun 8

7/10 Good! (22 reviews)

Well worth it.

"Our stay was only an overnight stay from our trip overseas. We arrived late evening and left early the next morning, and hence being tired we could not make a good judgment. However, the unite was clean, the facilities were good, and we had a comfortable night's sleep. Our book in was easy and the ..."

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2023

267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

$36

per night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

7/10 Good! (214 reviews)

"Clean rooms and wide selection for breakfast items"

Reviewed on May 5, 2022

14 PINE STREET, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

$19

per night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

6.8/10 (25 reviews)

"Perfect place to stay"

Reviewed on May 13, 2023

Cnr Meidgate and Hospital Road, Umhlanga Ridge, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal

$38

per night

Jun 17 - Jun 18

7.8/10 Good! (747 reviews)

"It was clean and neat, with friendly staff, the only problem was, the parking was not enough and got full quickly therefore we had to park in the gateway parking lot. Not ideal in the rain. But other than that, it was comfortable and a good stay. 👍"

Reviewed on May 2, 2023

149 O.R. Tambo Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

$69

per night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

7.6/10 Good! (209 reviews)

"Super amazing service from all staff! From the reception to the restaurant to the service staff. Excellent excellent service!"

Reviewed on May 20, 2023

100 West street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

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$26

per night

Jun 14 - Jun 15

8.6/10 Excellent! (60 reviews)

"It was good except that the dstv remote wasnt working,if i wanted to change the channels i had to move out of bed and change it manually"

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2022

Cor Brickhill And Old Fort Rds, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

$53

per night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

8/10 Very Good! (223 reviews)

"Very nice Breakfast, staff is great"

Reviewed on May 20, 2023

315-319 Peter Mokaba Ridge, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

$63

per night

Jun 19 - Jun 20

7.4/10 Good! (136 reviews)

"Amazing"

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023

1 Durban Club Place, Margaret Mncadi Avenue, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

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$26

per night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

6.2/10 (21 reviews)

Great staffing but iinfrastructure needs attention

"Service was excellent, bed very comgjrtable. De state of de room,passage etc, needs a big overhaul. . Charging ports locations are soo pre cellphone. Conviniences like,bar fridge,at least are a necessity."

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2022

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Durban Beachfront
3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4/5(2 area reviews)
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.
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South Beach
3.5/5(10 area reviews)
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.
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North Beach
4/5(37 area reviews)
This sandy beach on Durban’s stunning Golden Mile is popular for its safe swimming, rolling waves, lively esplanade and cultural events.
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Durban Central Business District
1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
3.5/5(18 area reviews)
Durban Central Business District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Durban Botanical Gardens and Harbour while in the area.
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Musgrave
1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4/5(2 area reviews)
Musgrave is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Durban Botanical Gardens and Florida Road.
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Essenwood hotels information

Number of reviews	4,629
Accommodation	645 hotels
Lowest Price	$19
Highest Price	$356

Frequently asked questions

What is Essenwood like?

Essenwood is a neighborhood that travelers like for its university setting, museums, and beaches. Be sure to check out Durban Botanical Gardens and Florida Road as part of your Essenwood travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Essenwood?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Coweys Corner is the highest ranked property in Essenwood. This 3-star B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Another top choice in the area is Acorn B&B in Durban.

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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Essenwood?

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What can I see and do in this Berea neighborhood?

While you're in Essenwood, a shopping trip to Florida Road, Gateway Theatre of Shopping, or Workshop Mall, might be the perfect place to find that souvenir you've been looking for. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Durban Botanical Gardens and Durban Beach are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Essenwood include Killie Campbell Africana Library, Greyville Race Course, and Royal Durban Golf Club. African Art Centre and St. Thomas' Church are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Berea.