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Your Essenwood Holiday

Take the hassle out of organising your next getaway with an Essenwood holiday package. Take in the sights and sounds of this captivating neighbourhood and enjoy all it has to offer. Your trip to Essenwood wouldn't be complete without a visit to popular attractions nearby such as Sahara Stadium Kingsmead, Durban Beach and Moses Mabhida Stadium. Expedia can help turn your ideal Essenwood holiday into reality, whatever your budget or travel plans.

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  • Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | Flat-screen TV
    Jul 15 - Jul 22

    Summersands Apartment + Flight

    Durban Beachfront
    6 nights
    3.5 star property
    10/10 - Exceptional (1 review)
    "The hosts were excellent. The only issue was the entry card and codes didn’t work consistently. Apartment is on 3rd floor. Didn’t like that but it was ok. Place was beautiful and very classy."
    Reviewed October 3, 2025
    Return • London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)
    LGW - DUR • 2 stops DUR - LGW • 2 stops
    £1,578
    £1,409
    per traveller
    found 9 hours ago
    Summersands Apartment
  • Front of property
    Jul 15 - Jul 22

    Pearls of Umhlanga, or Oceans - Marina Apartments Private + Flight

    Umhlanga
    6 nights
    3.5 star property
    4.8/10 - (6 reviews)
    Return • London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)
    LGW - DUR • 2 stops DUR - LGW • 2 stops
    £2,219
    £1,574
    per traveller
    found 9 hours ago
    Pearls of Umhlanga, or Oceans - Marina Apartments Private
  • Presidential Suite | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
    Jul 15 - Jul 22

    The Oyster Box + Flight

    Umhlanga
    6 nights
    5.0 star property
    9.8/10 - Exceptional (316 reviews)
    "Everything was great! "
    Reviewed April 23, 2026
    Return • London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)
    LGW - DUR • 2 stops DUR - LGW • 2 stops
    £2,640
    £2,155
    per traveller
    found 9 hours ago
    The Oyster Box
  • Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
    Jul 15 - Jul 22

    North Star Micro Hotel + Flight

    Umhlanga
    6 nights
    3.5 star property
    8.4/10 - Very good (10 reviews)
    "Best choice for couples. Spacious room (all rooms overlooking the beach). Everything was working and the staff was super friendly. If you want to avoid crowds on the beach and in the hotel, you must book North Star. Taxi is available and the trip to Umhlanga takes less than 6 minutes. Highly recommended "
    Reviewed December 18, 2025
    Return • London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)
    LGW - DUR • 2 stops DUR - LGW • 2 stops
    £1,971
    £1,669
    per traveller
    found 9 hours ago
    North Star Micro Hotel
  • 2 outdoor pools
    Jul 15 - Jul 22

    603 Oyster Schelles + Flight

    Umhlanga
    6 nights
    4.0 star property
    10/10 - Exceptional (1 review)
    "it is very well furnished and nicely positioned, only draw backs are, Wifi - one needs to buy voucher and load into a prepaid number, that’s outdated."
    Reviewed October 14, 2019
    Return • London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)
    LGW - DUR • 2 stops DUR - LGW • 2 stops
    £2,287
    £2,039
    per traveller
    found 9 hours ago
    603 Oyster Schelles

Where to stay in Essenwood

Find the best Essenwood areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Essenwood
Durban Beachfront

Durban Beachfront

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4/5(2 area reviews)

Durban Beachfront is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Top hotels in Essenwood

Emakhosini Hotel on East

Emakhosini Hotel on East

73 East St Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is £29 per night from 28 May to 29 May
£29
28 May - 29 May
includes taxes & fees
6.6/10 (11 reviews)
"first of all it should never be listed, the building is in bad condition, the windows are falling, there is no aircondition considering it was 98 deg outside, the place was not clean I would not rate it any star. Expedia should take them off the hotels It is sad to call it a hotel."

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2025

Emakhosini Hotel on East
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4 out of 5
Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £120 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
£120
3 Jun - 4 Jun
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (219 reviews)
"Very modern clean hotel in a great location 👌"

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

3 out of 5
191 OR Tambo/Marine Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is £41 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
£41
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (480 reviews)
"Yes I didn’t slept on beach view room"

Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Parade Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How much does an Essenwood travel package cost?
Starting from a low , a travel package is your gateway to affordable travel. Custom build your Essenwood escape by choosing from our comprehensive range of hotels, flights and rental cars.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Essenwood travel package?
Yes you can, and we're here to help. You may be able to change or cancel your Essenwood travel package for free if you booked in the last 24 hours. But you may be charged a fee by your hotel, airline or car rental company if you booked more than 24 hours ago. If your circumstances unexpectedly change, look up our Customer Service Portal for further information.
How do I get a cheap travel package to Essenwood?
If you love landing a bargain, bundle your bookings into an Essenwood travel package. Whether you're searching for flights, hotels, activities or rental cars, you can browse and book them all in one place. You'll have endless choice at your fingertips too. Expedia has more than 550 airlines and 1,000,000 properties around the world to select from. Fly with who you want, stay in a place you like and save a bundle — now that's the perfect escape!
Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Essenwood holidays?
Your bank balance shouldn't prevent you from going on holiday, so Expedia has worked out a solution to help. Now that we've teamed up with online lender Klarna, it's easier than ever to book your dream getaway without using up all your savings. Klarna offers flexible payment options at checkout that take the worry out of budgeting for your escape. Check out these flexible payment options:

  • Pay monthly holidays: Klarna offers convenient monthly payment plans that suit all types of budgets, so you can escape on that well-deserved holiday sooner.
  • Pay in instalments holidays: Like the idea of paying for your holiday in multiple transactions? Then check out this Book Now, Pay Later option from Klarna.
  • Low deposit holidays: When you stumble on an unbeatable deal but your budget doesn't quite cover it yet, Klarna's low deposit holiday plan will help you get what you want.

Where should I stay in Essenwood?
Most people who visit Essenwood include uShaka Marine World and Sahara Stadium Kingsmead on their must-see lists. Why not book a hotel that's close to these main attractions?
What are the top hotels in Essenwood?
The Royal Hotel and Belaire Suites are a couple of the most sought-after hotels in Essenwood. Why not have a look at the rates and amenities at each and then decide?
How far in advance should I book my Essenwood holiday?
Reserving your flight early with Expedia means one less thing to worry about. A number of air carriers advertise tickets up to 12 months prior to take off. Generally, this is the cheapest time to book. If circumstances have left you booking late, last-minute deals to Essenwood sometimes occur just a few weeks before departure.
What does an Expedia Essenwood travel package include?
It's up to you! You can select from a range of Essenwood bundles, such as a flight, rental car and hotel. You can also book a hotel with a flight, or a rental car with a flight. Once you've made your booking, you can add the fun stuff like experiences and tours. Whatever your ideal Essenwood trip looks like, get ready to save!
What should I know before booking an Essenwood travel package?
Whether it's adventure or relaxation you're after, an Essenwood travel package lets you plan your escape your way. Plus, you'll get access to great discounts just for combining your accommodation with your flights and rental car. The more you bundle, the bigger the savings!
Can I choose my airline with an Essenwood Expedia travel package?
Yes — that's one of the best things about an Expedia package. You can pick and choose your flights, hotels and more. We have access to more than 550 airline partners all over the world, so you have loads of choice when creating your Essenwood escape.

Popular places to visit

uShaka Marine World

uShaka Marine World

Ride high-speed waterslides, explore the thrilling rope adventure park and witness dolphin, seal and shark shows at South Africa’s premier oceanfront waterpark.

uShaka Marine World
Clean ocean wave surging crashing towards shallow sandbars at surf city beaches of Durban

Durban Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Durban Beach during your travels in Durban? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Durban Beach
aerial view of durban city, south africa

Moses Mabhida Stadium

Catch an event at Moses Mabhida Stadium during your trip to Durban. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Moses Mabhida Stadium

Things to do

Picture 1 for Activity Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

£5
per adult
Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

£11
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban
Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

£8
per adult
Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf
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