Essenwood
Durban
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Emakhosini Hotel on East
"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 2025/1/14

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
"Very modern clean hotel in a great location 👌"
Reviewed on 2026/5/18

Parade Hotel
"Yes I didn’t slept on beach view room"
Reviewed on 2026/5/16

The Royal Hotel

Belaire Suites
"Clean room, friendly staff, nice location along the beach. Pool was not usable while there. Top floor breakfast was great and a good way to start off your day with a view. Food at the main floor bar is inconsistent and some of the bar staff are not very friendly."
Reviewed on 2026/5/10

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge
"Room was clean, staff were very kind and very friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend it to people staying 1/2 nights. Very central and ubers easily accessible."
Reviewed on 2026/5/14
Other neighborhoods around Essenwood

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

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

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 Musgrave Centre and West Ridge Park Tennis Stadium.

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

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 Durban City Hall while in the area.

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.
