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Popular places to visit

uShaka Marine World featuring signage and rides as well as a large group of people

uShaka Marine World

4/5(26 reviews)

Ride high-speed waterslides, explore the thrilling rope adventure park and witness dolphin, seal and shark shows at South Africa’s premier oceanfront waterpark.

uShaka Marine World
Durban Beach

Durban Beach

4/5(50 reviews)

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.

Durban Beach
You can do a 100 meter rope swing off the top of the stadium in Durban, not for the faint of heart

Moses Mabhida Stadium

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Catch an event at Moses Mabhida Stadium during your trip to Durban. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Moses Mabhida Stadium
Golden Mile

Golden Mile

4/5(17 reviews)

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.

Golden Mile
Durban Botanical Gardens which includes flowers, a pond and a park

Durban Botanical Gardens

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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

Durban Botanical Gardens

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.

The Internet Cafe

Essenwood Hotel Deals

Emakhosini Hotel on East

Emakhosini Hotel on East

73 East St, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NT$1,028 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
NT$1,028
NT$1,183 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World are located ...
"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

Emakhosini Hotel on East
Andaluz Boutique Hotel

Andaluz Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
101 on 12th avenue, Morningside, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NT$2,129 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
NT$2,129
NT$2,449 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Durban. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka Marine ...
"I couldn’t stay I had to leave the place..it was dirty and stinking..I feel I have been robbed hence I will contact Asata to look at the matter and will reserve my legal opinion on the matter since i was not refunded even half of what I paid"

Reviewed on 2023/1/3

Andaluz Boutique Hotel
Acorn B&B in Durban

Acorn B&B in Durban

4 out of 5
3 Wolfendengrove, Essenwood, Morningside, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NT$1,577 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
NT$1,577
NT$1,577 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)
"An absolutely charming place with charming hosts. Traveling as a single woman it was very safe and convenient. Coming and going is hassle-free. The internet and televison reception are excellent. Water in the shower nice and hot and the bed big and comfortable. Couldn't ask for more."

Reviewed on 2025/6/17

Acorn B&B in Durban
Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

3 out of 5
191 OR Tambo/Marine Parade, North Beach, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a casino. Popular attractions uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (458 reviews)
"Good stay overall. Make sure you carry an international adopter for charging gadgets as rooms have single option without extension cord"

Reviewed on 2025/8/16

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Parade Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4 out of 5
Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$3,483 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
NT$3,483
NT$4,045 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (156 reviews)
"Great staff and location"

Reviewed on 2025/8/4

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

3 out of 5
298 Percy Osborn Rd, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (21 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2025/4/12

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Other neighborhoods around Essenwood

A baby southern white rhino. If I had the chance to name this little fellow I would name her Hope. How gentle these magnificent creatures are, yet highly endangered. Which is why I won’t post an accurate location. #wildlife #stoprhinopoaching #NationalPark

Windermere

4/5(6 area reviews)

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

Windermere
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Overport

5/5(1 area review)

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 Durban Botanical Gardens and Florida Road.

Overport
Durban Botanical Gardens showing a garden and landscape views

Musgrave

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 Musgrave Centre.

Musgrave
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Morningside

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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

Morningside
North Beach which includes modern architecture, street scenes and a coastal town

Durban Beachfront

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.

Durban Beachfront
Durban featuring heritage architecture and a mosque

Durban Central Business District

3.5/5(18 area reviews)

Durban Central Business District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Workshop Mall and Harbour while in the area.

Durban Central Business District

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