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The Oyster Box

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Situated overlooking the historical and famous landmark, the Umhlanga lighthouse, The Oyster Box has long been one of South Africa’s best-loved and most distinguished hotels, which occupies a special place in the hearts of the countless guests who have enjoyed its warmth, caring service and relaxed elegance since it first opening in 1947.

Standing proud on Umhlanga’s beachfront, directly on the beach and overlooking the Indian Ocean, the 86-room Oyster Box, is one of South Africa’s best-loved hotels. Renowned for generous hospitality, attentive service and exceptional cuisine, The Oyster Box offers all the colonial charm and nostalgia of a bygone era, but with all the modern comfort and amenities. 

Perfectly situated on the ocean’s edge, a brief 5 minutes walk from Umhlanga Village Centre, the Oyster Box Hotel is conveniently located for quick and easy access to Afro-chic Durban city centre, International Airports and numerous stylish shopping centres…yet has a feeling of classical charm and elegance like nowhere else on earth. 

Nearby tourist attractions of immense interest to travelers include Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Ushaka Marine World, Sun Coast casino, the historical Natal Midlands and majestic Drakensberg Mountains, as well as excellent big 5 game parks, lodges and historical battlefields.

Features

TYPE:
Accommodation
LANGUAGES:
Afrikaans, English, Zulu
NO. ROOMS:
ROOM TYPES
Classic Garden Facing Rooms (8 rooms)
Classic Sea Facing Rooms (18 rooms)
Luxury Sea Facing Rooms (25 rooms)
Junior Cabanas (3 rooms)
Sea Facing Cabanas (4 rooms)
Sea Facing Family Rooms (5 rooms)
Sea Facing Luxury Suites (5 rooms)
Sea Facing Deluxe Suite (2 rooms)
Superior Garden Villas (8 rooms)
Garden Villa Lofts (4 rooms)
Presidential Suite (1 room)
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SPECIAL INTERESTS:
Beach / Coastal
Birding
Fishing
Golf
Gourmet
History & Culture
Leisure
Relaxation
Shopping
Watersports
Wine
PROPERTY FACILITIES:
24-hour Security
Bar
Business Centre
Conference Centre
Disability Services
Gym
Internet Access
Kiddies Club
Library
Malaria Free
Meal on Request
Mobile Connectivity
Pool
Restaurant
Secure Parking
Spa
ROOM FACILITIES:
Air Conditioning
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Disabled Rooms
Dressing Gowns
En-Suite
Fan
Heated Towel Rails
Heater
Internet
Mini Bar
Pure Cotton Linen
Safe
Satellite / Cable Television
Shower
Tea / Coffee
Television
Verandah
AVAILABLE SERVICES:
Airport Shuttle
Babysitting Service
Chauffer Service
Credit Card
Foreign Exchange
Laundry Service
Room Service
Room Service (24 hours)
ACTIVITIES ON SITE:
Bird Watching
Cooking Courses
Fine Dining
High Tea
Massages
Walks
ACTIVITIES OFF SITE:
Adrenaline Activities
Battlefield Tours
Beach
Big 5
Bird Watching
Boat Cruises
Boating
Canoeing
Child Friendly Activities
Cooking Courses
Cultural Tours
Cycling
Deep Sea Fishing
Fishing
Game Viewing
General Sightseeing
Golf
Health and Fitness Centre
Helicopter Rides
Hiking
Historical Tours
Horse Riding
Jet Skis
Kayaking / Paddling
Mini Golf
Mountain Biking
Museums
Scuba Diving
Snorkeling
Squash Court
Surfing
Tennis Court
Windsurfing
Wine Tasting
FRIENDLY:
Business
Children
Disability
Honeymoon
Leisure
Luxury
Pet
Romance
Vegetarian
Weddings
GUIDANCE:
BAR Pricing
Disabled Access
Elderly Friendly
Honeymoon Suite Available
Interleading Rooms Available
Sole Use Available

Rooms

Classic Garden Facing Rooms (8 rooms)

The elegant Classic Garden Facing Rooms, all overlook the hotel’s lush, tranquil gardens.

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Classic Sea Facing Rooms (18 rooms)

Each charming Classic Sea Facing Room has a balcony that opens on to uninterrupted views of Umhlanga’s historic lighthouse and KwaZulu Natal’s breath-taking coastline. These rooms have a bath or shower and a single vanity.

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Luxury Sea Facing Rooms (25 rooms)

Our beautifully appointed Luxury Sea Facing Rooms each offer a balcony that opens on to uninterrupted views of Umhlanga’s historic lighthouse and KwaZulu Natal’s breath-taking coastline. All rooms offer a double vanity feature in the bathrooms along with spacious separate shower and bath.

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Junior Cabanas (3 rooms)

These beautiful Junior Cabanas are located on the lower ground level with stunning sea views and leading out onto the grassed area in front. All rooms consists of a four-poster king bed with an en-suite bathroom offering a shower and single vanity.

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Sea Facing Cabanas (4 rooms)

The stunning Sea Facing Cabanas present gorgeous king size Four Poster beds and are all located on the lower ground floor, boasting individual spacious balcony terraces and exceptional beachfront views.

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Sea Facing Family Rooms (5 rooms)

The Oyster Box is designed for the absolute comfort of each family. There are 5 private Sea Facing Family Rooms, each with not only a master bedroom, but an additional room or loft for the younger members of the family.

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Sea Facing Luxury Suites (5 rooms)

Individually decorated, all of the striking and eclectic Sea Facing Suites comprise of one well-appointed bedroom with a lavish separate lounge

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Sea Facing Deluxe Suite (2 rooms)

Individually decorated, the Sea Facing Deluxe Suites comprise of one bedroom with a luxurious separate lounge. The Deluxe suites are located on the lower ground and boast their own private plunge pools and terrace.

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Superior Garden Villas (8 rooms)

These spectacular Superior Garden Villas are nestled in the hotel’s lush gardens and all have an inviting private plunge pool, terrace, gorgeous lounge, complimented by a bar and an opulent spacious bathroom. 4 of the 8 villas can be converted into a 2 bed-roomed villa by reserving an additional Garden Villa Lofts.

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Garden Villa Lofts (4 rooms)

Our pretty garden-facing Garden Villa Loft Rooms are available as separate accommodation or, with the combination of a Superior Garden Villa, ideal for the out-and-about visitor. Each room is individually and superbly decorated. All Garden Villa rooms offer a 4-charming king size Poster Bed and ample space.

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Presidential Suite (1 room)

The epitome of indulgence; this grandeur and stylish Presidential Suite is split over two exquisitely decorated levels and boasts a private elevator. The extravagantly decorated master bedroom includes a relaxing seating area and an intimate personal study. There are two lavish marble bathrooms – his and hers. Unparalleled sea views complimented by opulence and tranquillity beyond compare. Other incomparable features of this gracious suit include a private rim-flow swimming pool, an elegant lounge, and a tasteful dining room with seating for 8 guests, complimented further by a bar and a beautifully equipped kitchen. There is also an additional bedroom. This unrivalled décor incorporates white timber floors and marble and white Caesar stone.

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