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.
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.
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.
Durban Botanical Gardens
Featuring pristine lawns, colorful flowerbeds, birdlife and a tea garden, these stunning gardens are also the setting for open-air concerts.
Victoria Street Market
During your trip to Durban, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Victoria Street Market. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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
Clean room. Great views. Super location.
Reviewed on 2026/3/3
Belaire Suites
This is the perfect hotel for your stay. Everything feels brand new, the breakfast is amazing, and the beach view makes it even more special. You’ll absolutely love it!
Reviewed on 2026/2/12
Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre
The rooms need improvement. No tea in rooms Only two towels, one for the floor and one for washing. Shower door broken.
Reviewed on 2026/1/4
Parade Hotel
The room was all i needed albeit small.
Reviewed on 2026/2/23
Bayside Hotel Pine Street
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 Durban Botanical Gardens.
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 Durban City Hall and Harbour 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.
