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Durban

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
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
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
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

Avondale Boutique Hotel
Avondale Boutique Hotel
3.5 out of 5
335 Avondale Road, Morningside, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka Marine ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (29 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, great staff and close to all amenities"

Reviewed on 2025/3/23

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Emakhosini Hotel on East
Emakhosini Hotel on East
73 East St, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NT$968 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
NT$968
NT$1,113 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
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
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 uShaka Marine World and Umhlanga Rocks Beach are ...
8/10 Very Good! (19 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2025/4/12

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Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
3 out of 5
Protea Mall, Cnr Lighthouse and Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NT$2,438 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 12
NT$2,438
NT$2,831 total
Jul 11 - Jul 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (482 reviews)
"Loved our stay, great location. Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 2025/6/22

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre
Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre
3.5 out of 5
1 Durban Club Place, Margaret Mncadi Avenue, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach are located ...
5.8/10 (42 reviews)
"The hotel has an amazing vintage architecture. The building is amazing however it needs a some tlc. The reception ladies are great, they made me feel welcomed specially that it was my first time in Durban. The security guards was really good, very welcoming as well. I had a wonderful stay at the ..."

Reviewed on 2025/4/7

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Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
4 out of 5
14 Palm Boulevard, Umhlanga Ridge, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NT$2,316 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
NT$2,316
NT$2,663 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (353 reviews)
"I found the hotel very good, however the surrounding streets and public areas not impressive, especially at night, quite dirty and I felt unsafe."

Reviewed on 2025/6/29

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
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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 West Ridge Park Tennis Stadium and Durban Botanical Gardens.

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 Harbour and Workshop Mall while in the area.

Durban Central Business District

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