Glenwood Travel Guide
Durban
Popular places to visit
uShaka Marine World
Ride high-speed waterslides, explore the thrilling rope adventure park and witness dolphin, seal and shark shows at South Africa’s premier oceanfront waterpark.
Durban Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Durban Beach during your travels in Durban? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Moses Mabhida Stadium
Catch an event at Moses Mabhida Stadium during your trip to Durban. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Golden Mile
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Golden Mile might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Durban. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Durban Botanical Gardens
Featuring pristine lawns, colorful flowerbeds, birdlife and a tea garden, these stunning gardens are also the setting for open-air concerts.
Phansi Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Phansi Museum during your travels in Berea. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise
Top hotels in Glenwood
Parade Hotel
Front desk girls are amazing! Room is full of mold and ac hardly worked. Location is great.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Yes
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Premier Splendid Inn Umhlanga
Very friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
The Royal Hotel
I liked the big room,and 19th floor was very quiet.Friendly staff who always assist you.Great breakfast and dinner.Iron station is available at 9 and 15th floors. iNo 1. I disliked the fact that the TV channels are controlled at T V room, No 2. the aircon is controlled at 1 place nd if switched on ...
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Love the location of this hotel. The room was clean, big bathroom. Front desk very friendly.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Premier Hotel Umhlanga
Lovely hotel. Great service and food. The view from our room was beautiful. Only a one night stay before flying to George. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Glenwood
Musgrave
Musgrave is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Durban Botanical Gardens and Musgrave Centre.
Durban Central Business District
Travellers come to Durban Central Business District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Durban City Hall and Harbour while you're in town.
Overport
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Overport and surrounding area, you can visit Musgrave Centre and Durban Botanical Gardens.
Essenwood
Visitors to Essenwood like its beaches and restaurants, and Killie Campbell Africana Library is a sight worth a stop.
South Beach
South Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Harbour and Golden Mile.
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 Mini Town or Blue Lagoon while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
