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14 The Shades

4.0 star property
UMhlanga hotel with 20 restaurants and outdoor pool

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Self-Catering Apartment | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
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Tucked away in the heart of the city, 14 The Shades offers a serene oasis with a lush garden and outdoor pool. Savor local flavors at any of the 20 on-site restaurants or unwind on the picturesque terrace. With laundry facilities, free WiFi, and barbecue grills nearby, this upscale hotel is an inviting retreat that has left previous guests feeling right at home.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 20 restaurants
  • Outdoor pool
  • 20 coffee shops/cafes
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room
  • Premium TV channels

Room options

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Self-Catering Apartment | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Self-Catering Apartment

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 75 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
23 Weaver Crescent, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320

What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 21 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiger's Milk - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Doppio Zero - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Spiaggia - ‬6 min walk

About this property

14 The Shades

At 14 The Shades, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Durban Beach. Guests can splash around at the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at one of the 20 restaurants. There are 20 coffee shops/cafes, a terrace, and in-room conveniences like kitchens and washers/dryers.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

At a glance

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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 20 restaurants
  • 20 coffee shops
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washer and dryer

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Furnished patio
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: ZAR 1500.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 300 per vehicle (one way)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
This property is professionally cleaned.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

14 Shades Apartment Umhlanga
14 Shades Apartment
14 Shades Umhlanga
14 The Shades Hotel
14 The Shades Umhlanga
14 The Shades Hotel Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at 14 The Shades?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at 14 The Shades?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at 14 The Shades?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by 14 The Shades?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 300 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at 14 The Shades?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at 14 The Shades?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Sibaya Casino (8-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (11-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at 14 The Shades and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and scuba diving. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near 14 The Shades?

Yes, there are 20 onsite restaurants.

Does 14 The Shades have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.

Does 14 The Shades have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished patio.

What's the area around 14 The Shades like?

14 The Shades is a short 6-minute walk from Umhlanga Main Beach and 13 minutes' walk from Umhlanga Lighthouse.

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Wonderful

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