Essenwood Travel Guide
Durban
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Popular places to visit
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.
uShaka Marine World
Make time to visit the sea life at uShaka Marine World during your travels in Durban. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour 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
Explore the great outdoors at Durban Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Berea. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
The Internet Cafe
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit The Internet Cafe during your travels in Berea. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Essenwood
Emakhosini Hotel on East
"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 14 Jan 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
"Friendly and helpful staff and amazing stay"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Parade Hotel
"Yes I didn’t slept on beach view room"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge
"The room was clean and the stuff was very friendly"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Bayside Hotel Pine Street
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
"Good location Double bedroom a plus Kitchen also a plus"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Essenwood
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.
South Beach
South Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Golden Mile and Addington Beach.
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.
Morningside
Morningside is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and Mitchell Park Zoo.
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 Playhouse while you're in town.
