--- title: "Essenwood House, Durban: reviews, location & comparison" description: "Essenwood House in Durban: rated 7.5 by guests, 5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/essenwood-house-durban/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-16 --- Guesthouse · ★★★★★ # Essenwood House Overport, Durban, South Africa 7.5 · Good 71 reviews · #109 #109 of 126 in Durban · 3.7 Location score ## About Essenwood House Essenwood House is a guesthouse in Overport, Durban, South Africa. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 71 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar, free wi-fi. It is 2.6 km from the centre of Durban. The nearest airport, King Shaka International Airport (DUR), is 26 km away. - **Type:** Guesthouse - **Star rating:** ★★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 14:00 - **Check-out until:** 11:00 - **Rooms:** 7 - **Floors:** 2 - **Opened:** 1924 - **Last renovated:** 2013 - **Other stays within 500 m:** 8 630 Stephen Dlamini Road [slleap.com](http://www.slleap.com/) ## How Essenwood House scores Better rated than 13% of hotels in Durban - Guest rating **7.5** - Location **3.7** - Facilities **4.2** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **1.5** - Beach access **0.5** Durban average ## Amenities Swimming poolBarFree Wi-Fi ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool ### Food & drink - Bar ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Parking ### Services - Car hire - Concierge - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - Minibar - In-room safe - Coffee or tea maker ### Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **3.7**/10 - **Walk grade:** **34**/100 Car recommended - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **5** - **Sights within 1 km:** **2**
Nearest beachSuncoast Beach2.9 km6 min drive
Nearest airportKing Shaka International Airport (DUR)26 km60 min drive
Distance to the centreDurban2.6 km6 min drive
### Sights nearby - Killie Campbell Museum430 m - Mitchell Park Zoo900 m - Durban Archives Repository1.6 km - National Archives Of SA1.6 km - Natal Observatory1.6 km ## Essenwood House: in detail Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at Essenwood House. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hotel. Should you require transportation to or from the airport, hotel is able to organize it prior to your arrival date. Taxi and car hire offerings at the hotel simplify arranging your excursions, explorations, and additional activities in Durban. Visitors can take advantage of the accessible parking options directly at the hotel. Reception services such as concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes are available to accommodate your requirements. Should you desire access to the top entertainment in the city, assistance can be provided by the hotel's tours. Traveling with minimal baggage is achievable at Essenwood House, as the hotel's dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your garments stay fresh. Room amenities feature daily housekeeping, allowing you to unwind and make the most of your visit. Smoking is limited to specified smoking zones. Each accommodation at Essenwood House is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In select rooms of the hotel, guests can enjoy the advantage of having air conditioning available for their convenience. In select rooms, guests at the hotel can enjoy top-notch in-room entertainment with television and cable TV available for their convenience. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, you will find the convenience of a coffee or tea maker and mini bar at your disposal. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Should you prefer not to venture out for a meal, the enticing culinary choices at hotel are always available for your satisfaction. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Essenwood House. Make certain to allocate time for discovering the shoreline, easily reachable right from the hotel. Each day at hotel, immerse yourself in the invigorating waters of the pool, perfect for a rejuvenating plunge or a series of revitalizing laps. ### Compare ## Compare Essenwood House with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Essenwood House has a guest rating of 7.5 out of 10 from 71 reviews, which is better than 13% of rated hotels in Durban. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Essenwood House? Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00. ### Does Essenwood House have a pool? Yes, Essenwood House has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at Essenwood House? Yes, parking is available; charges may apply. ### How far is Essenwood House from the airport? The nearest airport, King Shaka International Airport (DUR), is 26 km away in a straight line. ### Is Essenwood House close to the beach? The nearest beach is 2.9 km from the hotel. ### How many rooms does Essenwood House have? Essenwood House has 7 rooms on 2 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. 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