Tucked away just off one of the busiest streets on the Berea who would have thought we would have found such a little treasure! As an ex-Durbanite now living abroad I am nothing but full of positive things to say about this tucked away little piece of heaven - the brochure does not do it enough justice. The room we... More

Just spent 5 nights at Essenwood House on the Berea. What a beautiful home. Rooms are HUGE, bathrooms too. VERY comfortable. Views to die for, you can see right down to the beachfront and the lights at night are spectacular. John and his staff are great, nothing is too much trouble. Breakfast outside on the patio with the newspaper of... More

Essenwood House is a wonderful, inexpensive place to stay in Durban. The location is both safe and has wonderful views over Durban and the coast. Nothing is too much trouble for John and his staff, even the full english breakfast really hits the spot. I will definetly be returning for more. More

My wife and I stayed at Essenwood House while on holiday in Natal. We enjoyed the quiet luxury of Essenwood House, and the warmth of our host, John. Our only regret was that we could not stay longer. Very comfortable and spacious, we were able to relax as if we were at home. The breakfast was great. Thank you, John,... More

I and my two colleagues had a three night stay at Essenwood House for a business trip from the UK. John, Paddy and staff are the perfect hosts, nothing is too much trouble. After a day of business arriving back at Essenwood, walking through the garden and sitting on the balcony with a cold beer is paradise! The view of... More

My husband and I stayed here for just one night and we wished we could have stayed so much longer! We arrived very early but were happily welcomed and shown to our beautifully prepared room - no one had any issues with us arriving so early! We stayed in the 'honeymoon room' (room 1) and it is breathtakingly beautiful, huge,... More

First visit to South Africa, and I think that I've found just the place for anyone who has heard negative things about Durban. For me, it seemed that reviews read and word of mouth was that streets had become unsafe, one could not walk from hotel to restaurant, etc. The answer to that (whether or not it is true) is... More

My husband and I came to Durban for a wedding and thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Essenwood House. We arrived late at night but were welcomed none the less. Our room had a lovely balcony overlooking the very inviting-looking swimming pool, with a view of the sea in the distance. The room itself was very spacious, well furnished, and comfortable.... More

Had à very pleasant stay. Owners very nice and helpfull. More