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Reviews of HAPPY PLACE @ 3

100 Mckenzie Street Manzini Chalets, 3936 St Lucia, South Africa

#51 of 93 Holiday rentals in St Lucia

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Review score

Based on 66 apartment reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    9.0
    @3
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The front door is getting stuck and very noisy, the toilet is leaking, windows do not close properly, shower access is very small, shower head is very low for tall people like me, braai is rickety, table and bench outside has had better days, no broom were available to sweep the unit, dishwashing liquid provided was no good.

    Access to everything was great, the bed was very comfortable. Our children stayed at #22 and that unit's layout and presentation was perfect.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    7.0
    Comfortable and quiet
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilet seat broken, portable braai and outside area not cleaned.

    Good vicinity, lovely pool area and staff were helpful.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The caretaker was very helpful, and kept us updated about load shedding times, The location was perfect, we could walk to restaurants, and they have a lovely big swimming pool area.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    7.0
    Wonderfully located in St Lucia, an affordable getaway for you and your spouse or family of four!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The write up and description of the property for its listing is inaccurate and misleading. The photos, however, are accurate. It is not an apartment, these are self catering chalets, this is actually written on the wall on the entrance into the property. There are not satellite channels there is one channel. The "dining area" is a nook/counter that runs from the kitchen against the wall with barstools (there is no dining area). There is no terrace with river views, this is at the end of the property. There is no private pool, there is a communal pool for the residents and holiday makers staying at the chalets. There is no "outdoor fireplace", there is a small steel braai on the patio. The main bed needs to be changed out desperately, it is extremely well worn. We were only provided 2 brown sugar sachets and 2 coffee sachets, for a stay of 4 days (and this chalet fits 4 people) Luckily we brought our own, but do not expect to get tea, sugar or coffee - bring your own! Similarly we were only provided 2 rolls of toilet paper for a stay of 4 days and for a chalet that fits 4 people. This also didn't matter too much as we bought our own, but just FYI (especially if you accidently drink the water and get sick) Buy bottled water! There is no wifi, id highly recommend the owners install wifi asap. This is a dealbreaker for both holiday makers, especially out of country tourists who use wifi for everything and families with kids who use it to entertain them We also had a couple run in's with our holiday'ing neighbours swearing and screaming at each other, however this is something that the owner cant control, but should be kept in mind, that the patios of the chalets are barely separated. So it is definitely not private.

    My partner and I had a lovely stay at Manzini Chalets. The chalet is small, quaint and fully equipped to have everything you need to enjoy a short stay in St Lucia. We appreciated the cookware the most as it was very decent cookware and with it being self catering we cooked for ourselves every morning and evening. Jaeney who met us and handed over the keys was very friendly and exceptionally helpful, especially in showing us the various maps kept in the chalet, the nearby activities, where we could book tours etc. The parking is secure and there are security guards 24/7 which set our minds at ease. We were provided with extra water for the cistern for load shedding which we were grateful for. Despite a rocky start with dirty crockery, the rest of the chalet was spotless, clean sheets, bedding and towels all provided. The chalet is airconditioned but my highlighted feature was the remote controlled fan and light, which I loved and am now intent on putting one in my own home! The location is great, its on the main road and is nearby to both the cultural stalls / market on one side and on the other is the way to do the hippo and croc tours (4pm is the best tour to take!) It's safe, you can walk at night to and from the many restaurants in the area. We ate at Barracca one evening (Highly recommend their Schnitzel), drinks are a little on the expensive side but they do also have a wide range of cocktails and their mojito is the best ive ever had. There is a Shoprite and Spar further down the road, some clothing stores, outdoor stores and a pharmacy - basically everything at your fingertips Would definitely consider coming back if wifi was installed

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2023

    8.0
    Very enjoyable stay but disappointed in St. Lucia and the estuary all has gone down hill very sad.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights

    No comfy chair to sit on a carpet would be nice at side of bed in winter. An instruction manual for stove and tv would be nice. Shower head kneads cleaning out with vinegar or bicarbonate of soda then it would spray nicely and the temperature of your water needs turning down it is red hot the minute you turn on tap. Otherwise all good.

    l liked the peacefulness and how well manicured the complex was lovely and clean and a sparkling clean pool.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Bed needs to be replaced. Front door needs fixing.

    The place was clean, IT was quite, Great facilities.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    Great place, near to all amenities

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2023

    7.0
    Pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No fan in the bedroom with the bunk beds ... too hot

    The pool

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    NO FAN in the second room. My child had to sleep next to my double bed on a mattress on the FLOOR the entire stay. Very uncomfortable as space always an issue and bed full of sand. We did request for a fan- with NO luck. Parking an issue when fully booked. Linnen and clean towels only changed on day 4 of our stay. (27 Dec-7 Jan) Towels dont dry easily in humidity and started to smell after a while.

    Great location. Stunning pool in complex. Laundry facilities great! Well equiped kitchen. Additional box freezer like other units would've been a plus.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    it’s quite dark inside, even during the day

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The door needs to fixed, glass is loose, some window need attention, Cleaners needs to dust the TV, dressing table, mirrors, almost all the surfaces were dusty.

    The venue is safe, has clean pool area, nice clean gardens, very friendly staff, Walking distance to restaurants

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No power(electricity).Maybe there should be some sort of back up plans should electricity went off for more than 2 hours.otherwise the place was so perfect

    ,Location, security, privacy

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They don't have breakfast

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2022

    8.0
    very comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    only glass between bedrooms, and sheets not cotton

    nearly everything

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2022

    9.0
    Enyou
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Self service

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2022

    8.0
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing I was not happy about was that there was no mop in the unit

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2021

    8.0
    Happy Place @3 2021
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The toilets at the pool are terrible. The shower needs a really good clean.

    The location is ideal. The pool is amazing.

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 15 November 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed, not so comfortable.

    Location was good, easy to find and close to everything.

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2021

    7.0
    Value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bedsheet and towel had a stain or 2. Didn't feel very clean.

    Great location. All equipment worked well. Friendly staff.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower taps need to be replaced....

    Central and walking distance from everything you need... shops, restaurant and tropical walkways. Clean and awsome swimming pool. Can recommend it and will visit again

    Stayed in April 2021

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2024

    6.0
    Ok, but would not rebook unless it was just 2 people.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The second bed had no fan or air on, was very hot. Only seating was the outside bench, or high stool in kitchen. Second bed had to pass thru first bedroom to reach the bathroom

    Clean room, adequate appliances utensils etc

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No fan in the kids room

    Was a pleasant stay, Staff were friendly. Loved the big pool & accommodation was close to everything.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2023

    3.0
    They let us add a day early. We stayed tree days, Cape vidal is a must
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    oven didnt work.

    The host was really nice. Janien did the bet she could do

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2023

    6.0
    Suggestions
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mattress needs to be replaced. It is like sleeping in a hammock with mattress springs poking your back.

    Location Pool area

    Stayed in November 2023

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