Glenwood Travel Guide
Durban
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Golden Mile
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Golden Mile might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Durban. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Durban Botanical Gardens
Featuring pristine lawns, colorful flowerbeds, birdlife and a tea garden, these stunning gardens are also the setting for open-air concerts.
Phansi Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Phansi Museum during your travels in Berea. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour
PRI Tour Full-Day - Durban City, Valley of 1000 Hills & PheZulu
Durban City & PheZulu Cultural Village Day Tour from Durban
Top hotels in Glenwood
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Comfortable hotel in heart of fancy shopping district. 30 min uber into the city
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Parade Hotel
Good value for money, excellent service and cleanliness.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
This place was amazing. Clean, beautiful views, quiet area, large rooms. Staff were helpful and friendly and stay out of your way so you can do whatever you want to. The only issue is that the parking can be a bit difficult to manage with a large vehicle.
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Brilliant location. Well run hotel. Excellent stay... thank you.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Premier Hotel Umhlanga
Spacious room, secure and very clean
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG
Rooms are comfortable and clean, hotel facilities are good. But best of all are the staff - from the cleaners to the restaurant staff to the reception staff. They are friendly and professional and go out of their way to help you. I’ll definitely be back.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Glenwood
Musgrave
Musgrave is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Durban Botanical Gardens and Musgrave Centre.
Durban Central Business District
Travellers come to Durban Central Business District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Workshop Mall and Harbour while you're in town.
Overport
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Overport and surrounding area, you can visit Durban Botanical Gardens and Florida Road.
Essenwood
Visitors to Essenwood like its beaches and restaurants, and Killie Campbell Africana Library is a sight worth a stop.
South Beach
South Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Harbour and Golden Mile.
North Beach
North Beach 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 Golden Mile while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
