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14 The Shades

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Umhlanga Rocks Beach

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40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Lobby sitting area
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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23 Weaver Crescent, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320
  • Place, Umhlanga Main Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

uMhlanga

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Oceans Mall and Umhlanga Main Beach. Also, Whalebone Pier is within half a mile (1 km) and Umhlanga Lighthouse is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Oceans Mall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 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

4-star hotel near Umhlanga Rocks Beach
There are 20 restaurants and 20 coffee shops/cafes on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at 14 The Shades. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star uMhlanga hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • 20 dining venues
  • 20 coffee shops
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Air-conditioned accommodations at 14 The Shades offer washers/dryers and safes. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This uMhlanga hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip 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 onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • 20 coffee shops/cafes
  • 20 restaurants

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

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 December 5 2025 to November 30 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at 14 The Shades

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: ZAR 1500.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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, 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 is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is 14 The Shades to the airport?

14 The Shades is 11 mi (21-min drive) away from the King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 14 The Shades have an airport shuttle?

14 The Shades offers an airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of ZAR 300. per vehicle, one way.

How close is 14 The Shades to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Umhlanga Main Beach and 0.9 mi (5-min drive) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 14 The Shades offer free breakfast?

14 The Shades does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 14 The Shades?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Sibaya Casino (8-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (11-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at 14 The Shades?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 14 The Shades?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does 14 The Shades have a pool?

14 The Shades features an outdoor pool.

Does 14 The Shades have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 20 restaurants on site.

Does 14 The Shades have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is 14 The Shades to downtown uMhlanga?

14 The Shades is 1.4 mi away from uMhlanga.

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