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

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Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Apartment, Ocean View

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

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Classic Apartment, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Double Room, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room, Ocean View

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

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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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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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Reviews

Essenwood House Reviews

5.0

5.2

Cleanliness

5.2

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy, safe, and decent

Nice interior design for every single room. Two cool pool and able to make food myself.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The door did not lock, there was pubic hair on the bathroom. I blame hotels.com never book on hotels.com!! I ended up getting the worst room available because I booked there while the guest house was fully booked!why allow us to book when it’s fully book
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

The accommodation was nothing like the pictures on the website. The bedding and furniture is outdated …driveway too steep . I had to extend my stay but moved to a different accommodation. Will not book this accommodation again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Essenwood House is a CON !!!! How this property remains on Hotels.com ? Is an Absolute Mystery ..... The pictures are FAKE !! The (hotel) or rather the excuse for a hotel is ABSOLUTE 100% Nonsense !!! The proprietors are clearly fleecing the public with these images. Everything is Dirty,derelect and not fit for any guest. Not only is this bad for Hotels.com, but certainly a poor reflection on Durban.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a horrible experience with Essenwood House. I made a booking for one night and when my family member went to check in they were told there was no rooms available, even though I was charged the full amount. Furthermore Expedia and Essenwood House have refused to refund me. Expedia refuses to publish this review. They are trying to save themselves embarrassment. Pathetic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Disappointment

The room I was checked into was not the one which was shown on the booking. I did the booking online, chose the room which I liked, view it online and paid for it. However when I got to the place I was shown a different room from the one I chose and I was told I'm supposed to pay almost double what I had paid online to get the room I viewed and chose online. Because it was late I ended paying and took the room. However the TV was not working either. I was also also not impressed with the breakfast. Just 3slices of bread, fried eggs and 1 cup of coffee only for R65.00. Simple things like a tomatoe was not available or at least some sources, nothing. I was really disappointed, I didn't expect that, especially because I was with my family.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020