2/10 Terrible
Khalipha
3 Jan 2024
Khalipha
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Esselmont Guest House
Suburban Durban guesthouse in Essenwood with free parking
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Reviews
2.02.0 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Laundry
- Parking included
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
149 Esselmont Ave, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001
- Durban Botanical Gardens11 min walk
- Florida Road12 min walk
- Tong Lok4 min walk
- Durban North (VIR-Virginia)14 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Premier Room, 1 Bedroom
Premier Room, 1 Bedroom
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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About the area
Durban
At Esselmont Guest House you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Greyville Race Course and within 15 minutes of Durban Botanical Gardens. Highlights at this guest house include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This guest house has charcoal grills, a picnic area and luggage storage. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Essenwood guest house include Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World.
What's nearby
- Durban Botanical Gardens - 11 min walk
- Durban Beach - 4 min drive
- Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 4 min drive
- Moses Mabhida Stadium - 4 min drive
- uShaka Marine World - 6 min drive
Getting around
- Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
- Joop's Place - 6 min walk
- Doughed Woodfired Dining Experiences - 12 min walk
- Boston Brew - 12 min walk
- Keys On Florida - 14 min walk
- Cubaña - 13 min walk
About this property
Esselmont Guest House
Suburban Durban guesthouse in Essenwood with free parking
Esselmont Guest House offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Esselmont Guest House also features laundry facilities, a communal living room, and a microwave in a common area. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Durban guest house.
- 6 guestrooms or units
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Storage area for luggage
- BBQ grill(s)
- Outdoor picnic space
- Television in lobby
- Smoking in designated areas
- Microwave in a common area
- Fridge in a common area
Esselmont Guest House offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and blackout curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels.
Bathrooms include a bath with a deep soaking bath. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request.
Languages
Afrikaans, English
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Parking and transport
- Beach shuttle (surcharge)
- Free secured, covered self parking on site
Things to do
- Outdoor pool
- TV in common areas
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
Conveniences
- Guidebooks
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
Guest services
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Proposal/romance packages
- Turndown service
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- In a nature reserve
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
Spa
- In-room massages
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Accessible bathtub
- No lift
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Pillow menu
- Premium bedding
- Select Comfort mattress
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Private bathroom
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- 32-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
Food and drink
- Electric kettle
- Meal delivery service
- Restaurant dining guides
- Tea bags/instant coffee
More
- Air conditioning
- Electrical adapters
- Heating
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Deposit: ZAR 1000 per accommodation, per night
- Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.
Property is also known as
Esselmont Guest House
Esselmont Guest House Durban
Esselmont Guest House Guesthouse
Esselmont Guest House Guesthouse Durban
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Esselmont Guest House ?
Yep, Esselmont Guest House has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Esselmont Guest House ?
The closest beach to Esselmont Guest House is Durban Beach (2.6 km).
Does Esselmont Guest House have a pool?
Esselmont Guest House has an outdoor pool.
What makes Esselmont Guest House a romantic place to stay?
Romance packages, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Esselmont Guest House .
Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Esselmont Guest House ?
No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Esselmont Guest House ?
No, Esselmont Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Esselmont Guest House ?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Esselmont Guest House ?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is there a golf course on site at Esselmont Guest House ?
There isn't one on site, but Royal Durban Golf Club is a short 13-minute walk away.
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