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title: "Coweys Corner, Durban: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Coweys Corner in Durban: rated 8.7 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-14
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Guesthouse · ★★★★
# Coweys Corner

Essenwood, Durban, South Africa

8.7 ·  Very good 26 reviews ·  #57 #57 of 128 in Durban ·  4.3 Location score
## About Coweys Corner

Coweys Corner is a guesthouse in Essenwood, Durban, South Africa. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.7 out of 10 across 26 reviews. Facilities include bar, free parking. It is 2.9 km from the centre of Durban. The nearest airport, King Shaka International Airport (DUR), is 27 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 10:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 5

- **Floors:** 1

- **Opened:** 1920

- **Last renovated:** 2009

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 1

42 Robarts Road, Morningside, Berea, Durban, South Africa [coweyscorner.co.za](http://coweyscorner.co.za/)

## How Coweys Corner scores

Better rated than 58% of hotels in Durban

-   Guest rating **8.7**
-   Location **4.3**
-   Facilities **3.3**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **0.0**
-   Beach access **1.0**
-   Public transport **3.5**

Durban average

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Laundry

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Kitchen
-   Balcony
-   In-room safe

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **4.3**/10

- **Walk grade:** **50**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **18**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **2**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Suncoast Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Durban Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.4 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">22 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">King Shaka International Airport (DUR)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">27 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">62 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Durban</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.9 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Natal Observatory620 m
-   Killie Campbell Museum860 m
-   Durban Cultural and Documentation Centre1.1 km
-   National Archives Of SA1.4 km
-   Durban Archives Repository1.4 km
-   Mahatma Gandhi Memorial1.6 km

## Coweys Corner: in detail

At Coweys Corner, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as safety deposit boxes. At the hotel, utilize the convenient laundry service to maintain your preferred travel attire fresh, allowing you to pack lighter. Craving relaxation? In-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping allow you to maximize your time spent inside the room. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. A few accommodations at Coweys Corner also include unique design elements like a balcony or terrace. A few chosen rooms are equipped with television and cable TV to ensure guest amusement. In certain chosen rooms, a refrigerator is conveniently available for your use. Coweys Corner offers a hair dryer and toiletries in the restrooms of specific accommodations. A delightful breakfast is the perfect way to begin your day, and at Coweys Corner, you can always indulge in a scrumptious meal on-site. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. An evening spent at hotel's bar can offer as much enjoyment as venturing out with your fellow travelers. Are you a fan of preparing your own dishes? You'll certainly appreciate the onsite BBQ facilities and shared kitchen for your culinary needs.

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## Questions about Coweys Corner

### How do guests rate Coweys Corner?

Coweys Corner has a guest rating of 8.7 out of 10 from 26 reviews, which is better than 58% of rated hotels in Durban.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Coweys Corner?

Check-in starts at 10:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does Coweys Corner include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at Coweys Corner?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Coweys Corner from the airport?

The nearest airport, King Shaka International Airport (DUR), is 27 km away in a straight line.

### Is Coweys Corner close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.7 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Coweys Corner have?

Coweys Corner has 5 rooms on 1 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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