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Essenwood House

3.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Front of property – evening/night
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains
Front of property – evening/night
Terrace/patio

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

Explore the area

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630 Stephen Dlamini Road Morningside, Durban, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001
  • Durban Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Classic Apartment, Courtyard View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Classic Apartment, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Luxury Double Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, Pool View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Luxury Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Durban

At Essenwood House you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Killie Campbell Africana Library and Florida Road. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi, balconies and Smart TVs. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Essenwood guest house include Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World.
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What's nearby

  • Durban Beach - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Golden Mile - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • uShaka Marine World - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spiga - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Doughed Woodfired Dining Experiences - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sofra İstanbul - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cappello - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Essenwood House

Suburban guesthouse with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool
Essenwood House offers its guests an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Essenwood House also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Durban guest house.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Essenwood House offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 95 for adults and ZAR 85 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Essenwood House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 500 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 95 for adults and from ZAR 85 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Essenwood House
Essenwood House Durban
Essenwood House Guesthouse
Essenwood House Guesthouse Durban

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Essenwood House?

Yep, Essenwood House has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Essenwood House?

As of 25 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essenwood House on 6 Oct 2025 start from AU$105.90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Essenwood House?

The closest beach to Essenwood House is Durban Beach (2.9 km).

Does Essenwood House have a pool?

Essenwood House has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Essenwood House serve breakfast?

Yep, English brekkie is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Essenwood House?

No, Essenwood House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Essenwood House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Essenwood House?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.