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 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.
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.
Things to do
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban
Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf
Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal
St Lucia: iSimangaliso Wetland Park: Full-Day/Half-Day Tour
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
Great experience
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Parade Hotel
The hotel is right on the beachfront, and easy access to restaurants and convenience shops.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 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 1 Sept 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Brilliant location. Well run hotel. Excellent stay... thank you.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 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
Other neighbourhoods 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
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Overport and surrounding area, you can visit Musgrave Centre and West Ridge Park Tennis Stadium.
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 its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Mini Town while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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 Playhouse while you're in town.
Essenwood
- The Internet Cafe
- Killie Campbell Africana Library
- Umhlanga Rocks Beach
- Umhlanga Main Beach
- Blue Lagoon
- Sibaya Casino
- Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail
- Phezulu Safari Park
- Durban University of Technology
- Mini Town
- Camelot Golf Club and Estate
- Paradise Valley Nature Reserve
- Galleria Arbour Town
- Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park
