Essenwood House

Property class: 3
Suburban guesthouse with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Essenwood House. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Room options

Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Apartment, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Apartment, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Double Room, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Map
630 Stephen Dlamini Road Morningside, Durban, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR)
    33 min drive

About this property

Essenwood House

  • Guesthouse near Durban Beach
  • Consider a stay at Essenwood House and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • English breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Essenwood House offer perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Rainfall showers and free toiletries
    • Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
    • Balconies or patios, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 95 for adults and ZAR 85 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from September 28 2025 to September 27 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 500 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 95 for adults and ZAR 85 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Essenwood House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Essenwood House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Essenwood House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Essenwood House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Essenwood House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Essenwood House located?

Located in Essenwood, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Killie Campbell Africana Library and Florida Road. The Internet Cafe and Mitchell Park Zoo are also within 15 minutes.

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