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14 The Shades

4.0 star property
Travelers relax in style at this urban retreat, where an inviting outdoor pool awaits and coffee shops surround the property for morning or afternoon pick-me-ups.

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14 The Shades offers a peaceful city center escape with a garden, outdoor pool, 20 on-site restaurants, and a beautiful terrace. Enjoy amenities like laundry facilities, free WiFi, and barbecue grills, making you feel at home.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

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About the area

Located in uMhlanga, 14 The Shades is near the beach. Sibaya Casino and Kwa Muhle Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ster-Kinekor Gateway and Mount Edgecombe Country Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Moses Mabhida Stadium or Kings Park Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving. Visit our uMhlanga travel guide
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23 Weaver Crescent, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320

What's nearby

  • Cliff face of a natural tropical beach cove where sunbathers seek refuge from the hot African sun.
    Oceans Mall
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Beautiful Pier at Umhlanga Beach KZN South Africa
    Umhlanga Main Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse which includes a lighthouse and general coastal views
    Umhlanga Lighthouse
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail showing forests, a bridge and landscape views
    Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach featuring a beach, a lighthouse and landscape views
    Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Red Röcker
    4 min walk
  • Cafe 1999
    9 min walk
  • African Roots Coffee
    6 min walk
  • Tiger's Milk
    6 min walk
  • Starbucks
    8 min walk

About this property

14 The Shades

Upscale hotel
Consider a stay at 14 The Shades and take advantage of a terrace, 20 coffee shops/cafes and a garden. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 20 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and barbecues
  • Smoke-free property and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at 14 The Shades boast comforts, such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 20 coffee shops/cafes
  • 20 restaurants

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 5 December 2025 to 30 November 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: ZAR 1500.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300 per vehicle (one way)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 AM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

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

Property is 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

Does 14 The Shades have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 14 The Shades pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 14 The Shades?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at 14 The Shades?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 6:00 PM to 8:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at 14 The Shades?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does 14 The Shades provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9:00 AM-5:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 300 per vehicle applies.

Where is 14 The Shades located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Oceans Mall, Umhlanga Main Beach and Whalebone Pier. Umhlanga Lighthouse and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

9.4

Exceptional