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The Balmoral HotelvsEssenwood House
Balmoral Hotel and Essenwood House are both rated highly by professional travelers. Overall, Balmoral Hotel scores slightly higher than Essenwood House. Balmoral Hotel is ranked #4 in Durban with approval from 1 publications such as Lonely Planet.
The Balmoral Hotel
Lonely Planet
125 Marine Parade, Beach Road, Durban, 4001, Durban 4000, South Africa
From $42/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Making the odd concession to colonial-era splendour, this beachfront place has lashings of understated style and plenty of plush rooms."
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Ask about special rates.
Essenwood House
Insight Guides Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
630 Stephen Dlamini Road, Berea, Durban 4001, South Africa
From $42/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
Insight Guides "This colonial-era homestead, set in large gardens overlooking the city centre and ocean, offers personalised service and a high standard of accommodation in its six en-suite rooms."
Lonely Planet "This neat, converted colonial mansion overlooks a lush palm-tree-filled garden and has rooms that are smart, spacious and airy, with luxurious touches." Full review
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There’s no breakfast menu: what you ask for you get (along with the newspaper).
Rough Guide "This grand house with a sumptuous garden has seven large, comfortable rooms (the upstairs ones have sea views), an attractive pool and a good-natured, somewhat eccentric, host."
