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Essenwood HousevsRoyal Hotel
Royal Hotel and Essenwood House are both praised by expert reviewers. On balance, Essenwood House ranks marginally higher than Royal Hotel. Essenwood House comes in at #12 in Durban with approval from 3 reviews like Insight Guides, Rough Guide and Lonely Planet.
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."
Royal Hotel Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness Rough Guide
267 Smith Street, Durban 4000, South Africa
From $47/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Lonely Planet "This five-star, slightly old-world institution is one of the city’s most historical and swankiest offerings." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This 150-year-old grand hotel in Durban’s city centre is decorated with warm yellowwood and blue tones. The butler service adds a touch of luxurious sophistication."
Rough Guide "Feels a little oldfangled. Smack in the centre of town... it’s worth considering if you can afford five-star splendour and fancy the liveried service. Discounts are often available."
