Essenwood Park Hotel

Hotels
7.5 (880 reviews)
296 Stephen Dlamini Road , Durban , za

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shared lounge/TV area
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean
Cons:
Stains on bedding
Limited TV channels
Room maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.58
Several comments about cleanliness issues; stains on bedding and a musty smell
Service
8.55
Friendly staff consistently mentioned; good service noted
Location
8.59
Positive remarks on the location being safe and convenient
Room Quality
6.54
Issues with room maintenance, including old furniture and shower problems
Amenities
7.57
Amenities limited, notably poor TV options highlighted
Value for Money
7.03
Some reviews indicated a fair price but expectations weren't fully met
Food and Beverage
7.58
Not discussed, assumed standard quality for this hotel tier
Overall Experience
7.55
Mixed feelings expressed; some satisfaction but issues noted
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 05:35

Property Description

Prime Location in Musgrave District
Located just 5.3 km from North Beach, Essenwood Park Hotel offers convenience and comfort in the heart of Durban.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each room at Essenwood Park Hotel is equipped with air conditioning, a TV, and a private bathroom. Some rooms even feature a cozy seating area for relaxation.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy 24-hour front desk service, an on-site restaurant, and a children's playground during your stay. Start your day right with a delicious à la carte breakfast served daily.

Experience the best of Durban at Essenwood Park Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that alcohol is not allowed on the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: DUR

Property Policies

  • Internet

    Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 880 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.58
Service: 8.55
Location: 8.59
Room Quality: 6.54
Amenities: 7.57
Value for Money: 7.03
Food and Beverage: 7.58
Overall Experience: 7.55
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ntuli solo_traveller za
5
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Makhosi solo_traveller za
5
Not good
Pros:

Hot water and air conditioner comfort bed

Cons:

Toilet broken shower head broken no drinking water not tea or coffee facility no ironing boeard no hand towel no foot towel

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller za
5
2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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Tenzeldam Ganzwyk solo_traveller za
8
2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Ayanda solo_traveller za
3
My experience there was very bad
Pros:

Staff was very welcoming and friendly and the place was very peaceful and quiet 🤗

Cons:

The Room was very uncomfortable furniture is way too old I mean very bad facilities, the place need a make over it didn't meet my expectations at all. The money I paid was way to big than what I got.

As I was sleeping I had somebody entering my room I woke up in a big shock, it's was an assistant an old indian lady apparently the old lady was claiming my room to be hers and I was so disturbed emotionally I couldn't sleep afterwards because I was afraid and all that and to think about the safety of my stuff in there if I was not there I was gonna come back find someone sleeping in my room and what about my stuff and my safety? They are so not legit they need to do their work much appropriate because they should know who's room it's by checking on their system. I'm never going back there I didn't feel safe at all

2026-01-21 via Nuitee
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KANDABILI couple za
8
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Jiveshan couple za
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Shriya couple za
4
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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A extended_group za
8
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Nkosi couple za
7
2026-01-17 via Nuitee
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Nokubonga family_with_children za
8
Cons:

Grey old towels

2026-01-13 via Nuitee
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Puleng family_with_children za
10
2026-01-11 via Nuitee
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Anele family_with_children za
2
2026-01-08 via Nuitee
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Zanele Gumede solo_traveller gg
6
Pros:

Location was convenient for me. Bed very comfortable and room is spacious enough. Room attendant very pleasant.

Cons:

Room is tired, found a cockroach first night. Room has mould all over. Shower grouting is black. Tv had the same thing playing on 3 different channels. Asked to have it rectified; it fell on deaf ears right through my stay.

2026-01-06 via Nuitee
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McFundo solo_traveller za
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-06 via Nuitee
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Sizwe family_with_children za
1
2026-01-05 via Nuitee
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Nondumiso couple za
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

None

2026-01-05 via Nuitee
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Phumelele family_with_children za
8
Pros:

The receptionist was friendly, she made up for everything

Cons:

The security wasn't the greatest

2026-01-04 via Nuitee
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Samantha family_with_children za
5
Pros:

Secure parking friendly receptionist night and day shift , cleaning staff and security. Large comfy bed .We were allowed to check in before time, which was a bonus. Great location, driving and walking. Wifi worked well.

Cons:

Found it strange to have a shower in the room itself.Hard pillows ,towels were old and crusty and had bleach stains. The toilet was clean, but there was no ventilation, not even a window. Please do clean the door and walls .They supplied the cheapest 1 ply and no air freshener. Hotel amenities were dissmal a small soap that smelled like green sunlight soap,half a bottle of hand lotion, and 1 bottle of hair conditioner supplied. Tea station disappointing, we had to ask for tea and coffee and coffee mugs which they gladly supplied 2 ricoffy satches and 2 tetley teabags sugar n creamer. the cheapest of the cheapest. Mismatched mugs looked like the receptionist loaned us their mugs. Luckily we always carry our own cups,towels and tea and coffee.Very thin walls , noisy at night with guests returning and leaving. No towel racks. The tv was disappointing 2 channels . Please do invest in a smart tv . A microwave and a 1 bottle of water would have been nice. Overall, it was a cheap price if it's a one day stay. I would rate it as a 1 star hotel. It's the simple things that counts that can make a place more welcoming n enjoyable.

2026-01-04 via Nuitee
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Siphindile couple za
1
Cons:

The whole building and rooms smell like cigarette.
There is nothing to hang towels or put soap in the shower.
Everytime u go out u have to leave the key at the reception.
There is leakage in the toilet and no toilet brush aftet toilet use.

2026-01-04 via Nuitee