Emakhosini Hotel On East

Hotels
6.6 (756 reviews)
73 East Street, Essenwood , Durban , za

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Nightclub
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean linen
Good location
Cons:
Noise
Unhygienic conditions
Bathroom issues

Categories

Cleanliness
4.43
Unhygienic filthy rooms with dirt from previous guests and cockroaches.
Service
8.4
Friendly staff and reception. Staff were welcoming and respectful.
Location
8.44
Good location, although affected by noise from nearby club.
Room Quality
5.89
Room was clean but had issues with shower and broken plugs.
Amenities
6.42
Limited amenities like fridges and microwaves. Basic offerings.
Value for Money
5.38
Not worth the cost considering the condition of the rooms.
Food and Beverage
6.93
Breakfast not up to standard, but some appreciated the local restaurant.
Overall Experience
6.9
Mixed experiences with some positive aspects but many negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 05:49

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Emakhosini Hotel On East offers elegantly furnished guest rooms with modern amenities including satellite TV, a cooling fan, and a private bathroom.

Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's restaurant, serving a diverse range of delicious dishes to satisfy every palate.

Convenient Location
Situated just a stone's throw away from Moses Mabhida Stadium and Durban Beach, and only 29 km from King Shaka International Airport, Emakhosini Hotel On East provides easy access to the city's top attractions and transportation hubs.

Book your stay now at Emakhosini Hotel On East for a memorable and convenient experience.

Important information:

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 5 and older are allowed.
    Children 5 years old stay for ZAR 50 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.6
Based on 756 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.43
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.44
Room Quality: 5.89
Amenities: 6.42
Value for Money: 5.38
Food and Beverage: 6.93
Overall Experience: 6.9
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Thembeka extended_group za
10
Awesome
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

The gate

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
M
Mohlomi extended_group za
7
Fair
Pros:

Location was accessible and the staff at reception well accommodative.

Cons:

Bathroom wasn’t well maintained, tv in the room had a remote not working, even the pictures on the screen were not of lcd/ 3d

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
M
Menzi couple za
2
It was not a pleasant stay at all. Fearing that you will be leaving the premises with cockroaches in your bags.
Pros:

It is Spacious

Cons:

The noise that comes from a club/disco downstairs and the fact that it has cockroaches and they are aware of it. And that tells me it’s not something new.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
A
Andile solo_traveller za
8
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
M
Michelle couple za
10
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
N
Nolwazi solo_traveller za
10
Pros:

I had a wonderful stay, the service was excellent from the moment I arrived..the staff were friendly, professional, and always willing to assist with any requests..the rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, creating a relaxing atmosphere throughout my stay..

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
N
Niles solo_traveller za
10
Great stay
Pros:

Emakhosini hotel on East is a very warm and welcoming place to stay. The staff are very friendly, helpful and accommodating. The hotel is very convenient with all facilities that they have on the premises. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
A
Aphiwe couple za
4
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
U
Unathi family_with_children za
2
Absolute hell to be honest , no exaggeration
Pros:

Nothing to be honest ,couldn’t wait to leave

Cons:

Very bad odour coming from the room , untidy room with roaches . Extremely noisy environment

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
M
Mxolisi solo_traveller za
10
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
S
Sisonke Gwala couple za
9
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
S
Sinolwazi extended_group za
6
Cons:

Breakfast is served quite late. For business travel, breakfast is better served from 07h00.

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
B
Botle solo_traveller za
6
2026-05-19 via Nuitee
S
Sikakane solo_traveller za
1
Pros:

I did like the hotel based on viewing from Bookings.com but not I didn't get to the hotel after the hotel canceled my booking on the last few hours closer to my check-in.

Cons:

The hotel canceled my booking and when I called them the receptionist said the booking was canceled due to miscalculation of the reservation rates by Bookings.com and they offered to contact Bookings.com to rectify the miscalculation and get back to me however the receptionist also offered to do the reservation privately at his rate and I refused. The receptionist did not get back to me and I had to call

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
N
NCEDIKHAYA couple za
10
2026-05-18 via Nuitee
N
Nhlakanipho couple za
10
2026-05-18 via Nuitee
B
Buthelezi solo_traveller za
10
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
V
van schalkwyk solo_traveller za
10
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
C
Cyprian solo_traveller za
3
Cons:

Price change

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
M
Mzaza couple za
3
Never booking here
Cons:

No water, no plan for water, cockroaches, bad service from staff, noise all night from guests, no security.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee