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Smith's CottagevsEssenwood House
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Smith's Cottage is preferred by most writers compared to Essenwood House. Smith's Cottage scores 83 with accolades from 1 reviews including Lonely Planet.
Smith's Cottage
Lonely Planet
5 Mount Argus Road, Durban 4051, South Africa
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Pool
- Free Parking
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Travellers praise this comfortable ‘home away from home’. Friendly owners Keith and Pat offer accommodation in all shapes and sizes with a laid-back atmosphere." Full review
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."
