Essenwood
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 carefree 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 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.

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

Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise
Essenwood Hotel Deals

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 Jan 14, 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
very clean
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

Parade Hotel
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
This place was amazing. Clean, beautiful views, quiet area, large rooms. Staff were helpful and friendly and stay out of your way so you can do whatever you want to. The only issue is that the parking can be a bit difficult to manage with a large vehicle.
Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG
very healthy. i did not visit the pool
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
Great loaction
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Essenwood

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

Overport
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.

Musgrave
Musgrave is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Durban Botanical Gardens and Musgrave Centre.

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

Durban Beachfront
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 Central Business District
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.