Essenwood Travel Guide

Durban

Stay near popular Essenwood attractions

The Internet Cafe

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit The Internet Cafe during your travels in Berea. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

฿459
per adult
Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

฿510
per adult
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal
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Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

฿367
per adult
Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf
Durban City & PheZulu Cultural Village Day Tour from Durban

Durban City & PheZulu Cultural Village Day Tour from Durban

฿6,099
per adult
Durban City & PheZulu Cultural Village Day Tour from Durban
Culture Walking Tour of Durban

Culture Walking Tour of Durban

฿2,244
per adult
Culture Walking Tour of Durban
Picture 1 for Activity Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

฿245
per adult
Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise
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Top hotels in Essenwood

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4 out of 5
Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
The price is ฿4,960 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿4,960
฿5,761 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Belaire Suites

Belaire Suites

4 out of 5
151 Snell Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is ฿2,481 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿2,481
฿2,853 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Belaire Suites
The Royal Hotel

The Royal Hotel

3 out of 5
267 Smith Street Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is ฿1,657 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿1,657
฿1,905 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Durban City Hall and Durban Art Gallery are located ...
The Royal Hotel
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge

1 out of 5
Cnr Meidgate and Hospital Road Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
The price is ฿1,993 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿1,993
฿2,292 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Gateway ...
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge
Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

3 out of 5
191 OR Tambo/Marine Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is ฿1,710 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿1,710
฿1,967 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a casino. Popular attractions Dairy Beach and Durban Funworld are located nearby.
8/10 Very good! (482 reviews)
"This was one of my all time best Hotel experiences, for all of the listed reasons. I'll be staying at the Parade on future trips to Durban."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Parade Hotel
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

3 out of 5
Protea Mall Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
The price is ฿3,694 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿3,694
฿4,290 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
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Where to stay in Essenwood

Find the best Essenwood areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Durban Beachfront

Durban Beachfront is a destination visitors seek out for its 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 neighbourhood.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and people walking along the shore.

South Beach

South Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Harbour and Golden Mile.

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North Beach

North Beach is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Golden Mile while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Morningside

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

A cityscape with a prominent stadium, dense urban buildings, and surrounding greenery.

Durban Central Business District

Travellers come to Durban Central Business District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Workshop Mall and Durban City Hall while you're in town.

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