Reviews of 14 The Shades - by Stay in Umhlanga
23 Weaver Crescent, 4319 Durban, South Africa
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Reviewed: 20 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewEverything was awesome. Neat,clean,safe and within walking distance to the beach and shops
Reviewed: 23 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewIt’s comfortable it’s clean
WiFi was a bit slow and not reachable in some places of the apartment I think washing of the dishes should be included and fresh towels every second day
Reviewed: 25 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 February 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewGot the keys at security
Nothing, property was fantastic
Reviewed: 16 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewLocation was good. Access to property was easy. Friendly staff right fron the security to cleaning staff. Apartment was kept clean.
Cupboard space was taken up by cleaning stuff, geyser and solar system. Towels were not changed regularly.
Reviewed: 1 November 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewSecurity guy was very rude his name is Andile Ncgobo
Reviewed: 14 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewThe location.
Bad Wi-Fi
Reviewed: 8 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
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Verified reviewReviewed: 6 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified review14 The Shades was amazing from the staff to the overall comfort, cleanliness and convenience of the location. I would definitely book here again.
Nothing bad to report
Reviewed: 17 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewThe rooms were serviced but dish washing was not included. This was a pity but we did negotiate with the cleaners to pay them additional to do that. otherwise all was great!
Reviewed: 31 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
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Verified reviewThe extra fast wifi was definitely a perk enjoyed by us younger ones.
A bit of noise during our visit but quickly resolved
Reviewed: 22 June 2023 · Stayed in June 2023
Verified reviewAccess was easy to apartment, cleaning service was good, apartment was neat and tidy, clean linen and towels,
Nothing to Add here
Reviewed: 30 April 2023 · Stayed in April 2023
Verified reviewThe shades is situated right in the heart of Umhlanga,yet gives you your space, for relaxation, peace and quiet..It is walking distance to the beach and surrounded by Malls and restaurants.The vibe and atmosphere is amazing if you're on holiday like we were.Our host was in contact with us,which was reassuring. They provided daily housekeeping, and the helper was friendly and kind.We loved the air-conditioning, clean, and modern apartment.Thank you for having us.We most definitely will be back soon.Love Vee & Johnny 🇦🇺