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9.4

965 reviews

The Oyster Box

The Oyster Box

2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga Rocks, Durban, 4320, South Africa

Reservations:

+1-833-728-2041

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Spa/Wellness packages

Free parking

Kids' club

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

The Oyster Box

Welcome to The Oyster Box, a luxurious 5-star hotel nestled along the stunning beachfront of Umhlanga Rocks, Durban, South Africa. This opulent hotel offers a myriad of amenities to enhance your stay, including a lavish spa, outdoor swimming pool, and Turkish/Steam bath. You’ll also enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk, and live music performances during your visit. The hotel is conveniently situated just 9.6mi from the city center, allowing for easy access to Durban’s vibrant culture and attractions.

Indulge in a relaxing retreat at The Oyster Box, where you can unwind in the serene surroundings of the beach and take advantage of the hotel’s kid-friendly amenities, such as the free kids' club and babysitting services. You can savor exquisite cuisine at the hotel’s restaurant or enjoy a refreshing drink at the bar. The hotel offers free parking and is pet-friendly, ensuring a comfortable and convenient experience for all guests.

With 965 glowing reviews, The Oyster Box is a popular choice for travelers seeking a luxurious beachfront escape in Durban. Book your stay at this elegant hotel and immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of South Africa’s breathtaking coastline.

After enjoying a rejuvenating spa treatment or lounging by the outdoor pool with a picturesque view, treat your taste buds to a culinary adventure at one of the hotel’s exquisite restaurants. The Ocean Terrace offers a delightful mix of Indian, Pizza, Seafood, and Local cuisine, perfect for those with diverse palates. If you’re in the mood for a more traditional dining experience, head over to the Grill Room, known for its sophisticated ambiance and delectable dishes. Additionally, the 24-hour Palm Court provides a versatile dining option, offering local cuisine at any hour of the day - a convenient choice for late-night cravings.

For a truly enchanting experience, indulge in the time-honored tradition of High Tea at the Palm Court. Savor delicate pastries and delightful sandwiches while basking in the elegant atmosphere. The hotel's dining options cater to a variety of tastes and moods, ensuring that every guest can find their perfect dining experience.

The Oyster Box provides guests with a hassle-free payment experience, accepting major credit cards including Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, American Express, and UnionPay, making it convenient for travelers to settle their bills with ease. With an array of dining choices and convenient payment options, The Oyster Box aims to create a seamless and delightful experience for all guests.

Closest airports

Virginia Aerodrome

3.4mi

King Shaka International Airport

8.2mi

Pieter Maritzburg

41.7mi

Most popular amenities

Spa/Wellness packages

Free parking

Kids' club

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Turkish/Steam Bath

Beach

Sauna

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Playground

Garden

Free toiletries

Balcony

Rooms

Classic Room with Garden View in The Oyster Box

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Classic, King, Garden View

1 King Size Bed

345 sqft

Balcony

Wifi

Minibar

Air conditioning

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Welcome to our Classic Triple Room with a charming garden view, perfect for 2 adults and 1 child. The room boasts a spacious 344 sqft area, a king size bed, and a private balcony, ensuring a comfortable stay with modern amenities like WiFi and air conditioning.

Family Room with Sea View in The Oyster Box

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Family, King, Sea View

2 Bunk Beds

1 King Size Bed

390 sqft

Balcony

Wifi

Minibar

Air conditioning

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Experience breathtaking views of the sea in our Suite Family Room, 388 sqft in size. With 2 bunk beds and 1 king size bed, it comfortably accommodates 2 adults and 2 children, and offers amenities like free toiletries, Wi-Fi, and a private balcony.

Sea Facing Luxury Suite  in The Oyster Box

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Luxury Suite, Sea View

1 King Size Bed

590 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Wifi

Minibar

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These individually decorated Sea Facing Suites enjoy magnificent views of the Indian Ocean. They offer a luxurious bedroom with a stylishly decorated and separate lounge area.

Deluxe Suite with Sea View in The Oyster Box

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Deluxe Suite, Sea View

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

840 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Wifi

Minibar

x8

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x5

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Suite Deluxe Sea View is 538 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus living room and is Wheelchair-accessible.

Superior Garden Villa in The Oyster Box

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Superior Villa, Garden View

1 King Size Bed

1130 sqft

Balcony

Wifi

Minibar

Air conditioning

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Indulge in luxury at our Superior Garden Villa, a spacious 1130 sqft suite with a king-sized bed, a balcony, and all the comforts you need, perfect for a couple and a child. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and complimentary toiletries.

Garden-Facing Loft Room in The Oyster Box

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Loft, Garden View

1 King Size Bed

690 sqft

Balcony

Wifi

Minibar

Air conditioning

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Enjoy the spacious 689 sqft Garden-Facing Loft Room, perfect for 2 adults and 1 child. Relax on the balcony and stay connected with free Wi-Fi and unwind with air conditioning and complimentary toiletries.

Sea Facing Cabana in The Oyster Box

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Cabana, Sea View

1 King Size Bed

390 sqft

Balcony

Wifi

Minibar

Air conditioning

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x3

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Indulge in a 388 sqft Sea Facing Cabana with a spacious balcony, perfect for 2 adults and 1 child, and enjoy amenities like Wifi and air conditioning. Smoking not allowed.

Junior Cabana

1 King Size Bed

390 sqft

Minibar

x10

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x6

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Junior Cabana is 388 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus terrace, desk, satellite tv , ironing set, safe, bathrobes, and slippers.

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Classic, Garden View

1 Twin Bed

Wifi

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x3

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Classic Garden View

Family Room with Sea View in The Oyster Box

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Family, Sea View

2 Bunk Beds

1 King Size Bed

390 sqft

Balcony

Wifi

Minibar

Air conditioning

x8

+

x4

More details

Sea Facing Family Room

Luxury Room with Sea View in The Oyster Box

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Luxury, Sea View

1 King Size Bed

335 sqft

Balcony

Wifi

Minibar

Air conditioning

x4

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x3

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Luxury Sea View

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Room - 1 King

390 sqft

Minibar

Tea/Coffee maker

+

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The spacious triple room provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Guest reviews

9.4

965 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Sayed

10

April 2023

Excellent staff. Sarisha and Nick were always on point and received myself and wife with excellent care and warmth.

Breakfast could be served earlier during the week at 6am. Always have business on the move. I was not sure if the beaches were safe to bathe in. Some information on this would be useful

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Cyprian

10

January 2024

Great and enjoyable facilities inside our Superior Garden Villa Room, Comfortable bed, Spacious showers in our room, Privacy and quietness/peacefulness in our room, Beautiful and comfortable robes and slippers, Two umbrellas for those rainy days, Both aircon and ceiling fans available in the bedroom and lounge, Private gate to access the room, Private splash pool within the private gate, View of the ocean from multiple sections of the hotel which compensated for our room not having an ocean view, Breathtaking ocean views from the Ocean Terrace restaurant and Lighthouse bar, Cleanliness of everything that we came into contact with, Friendliness and usefulness of concierge service, Friendliness and usefulness of all staff that we interacted with, Flexibility and friendliness of housekeeping if you decide to put the DO NOT DISTURB sign on the door throughout the day.

Nothing.

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Michelle

10

February 2024

Exceptional service as always, meet with smiles and wine in our room and a personal welcome back from the manager. We were provided with a special dining experience on our balcony with flowers for valentines day which was also our anniversary. The hotel somehow knew this and provided us with a plate of desserts and complementary sparkling wine. The food as always was exceptional, the service in the roof top bar was brilliant both nights and we got to sit in amazing places with a view of the lighthouse in-front of us. Breakfast was exceptional and the staff always looking to please. We spent an afternoon around the front pool and the staff were also exceptional, we were swimming when our drinks were ready and they delivered them into our hands while swimming. Towel provided as we got out of the pool and water given at all times of the day. Love the turn down service, the room was clean and beautiful and i love the size of the bath which in the evening the staff put candles around. I love my stays at the oyster box and cannot thank all the staff enough for taking care of us so much and Nicole for organising all our extras with her great staff. Cannot wait for next years visit already, thank-you Oyster box for making more magic memories for myself and Wayne ♥️

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Douglas

10

November 2023

The Staff at the Oysterbox stands out like a shining diamond in the world of hospitality. I have spent 25 years in the industry, having managed 5 star boutique hotels and fine dining restaurants across South Africa, and both my partner and I were delighted with the level of attentiveness from the staff and the quality of the facilities. They just could not do enough for us to ensure a pleasant stay. The hotel itself is beautiful, it is clean and everything we expected from a hotel at 5 star level. We loved every minute in the care of The Oysterbox - the pool was sparkling clean, the food offering incredible and as they say "the devil is in the detail" - this is how a hotel should be run.

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Thandeka

10

July 2023

Pleasant Stay My experience at the Oyster Box Hotel in Durban was truly delightful. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with exceptional service, accompanied by refreshing towels and a welcoming drink. Stepping into our room, we were pleasantly surprised to find a charming little bed for my nephew, which he absolutely adored. The views from our room were simply breathtaking, adding an extra touch of magic to our stay. Throughout our time at the hotel, the staff went above and beyond to assist us, displaying utmost professionalism and a genuine willingness to fulfill our every need. Their warm and accommodating nature made us feel truly valued as guests, and their ever-present smiles were a constant reminder of their dedication to ensuring a memorable experience. I must extend a special thank you to Sandile, whose attentiveness during breakfast made it an unforgettable affair. He took it upon himself to keep our glasses brimming with delightful mimosas, adding an extra touch of indulgence to our morning routine. His dedication to making our breakfast extra special did not go unnoticed, and we are incredibly grateful for his exceptional service. Our time at the Oyster Box Hotel was nothing short of amazing, leaving us with unforgettable memories. We are already eagerly looking forward to our next visit, as this experience has solidified our desire to return.

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Daniel

10

November 2023

Second visit in less than three months. Stopped this time for 6 days and it was wonderful, the staff always go above and beyond to help.

Having stopped many nights on different occasional, this time evening house keeping was somewhat inconsistent with how the room was left. Not a showstopper but when everything else is perfect, this just knocks the experience slightly.

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Joanne

10

January 2023

Fabulous!!!!, just loved being there. True relaxation. Staff were super friendly and the hotel honestly couldnt be better - there were a number of restaurants to eat at. Bars were great with live music over the weekend. Excellent spa, but definitely priced for international visitors. Very exclusive experience. We got a room upgrade which was an added treat.

The food was pricey, and there weren't many super casual options for lunch. We ate in half the time and then chose other restaurants in the area for other meals. There were lots of alternate options offsite. Not much we didn't like....it was lovely!

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Anne

9.1

March 2023

The sea facing room was beautiful although the balcony was a little small. The hotel staff were very friendly, helpful and polite. The different bars and dining areas were all lovely. The poolside area with its comfy loungers, beautiful pool and sea view was amazing. The massage at the spa was relaxing and divine. All in all, a great experience.

There should be a rule about people sitting at the Ocean Terrace restaurant having meetings with their phones on loudspeaker. Extremely inconsiderate and disrespectful when others around them are trying to enjoy a morning breakfast or another meal.

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Linda

10

November 2022

Me and my husband recently stayed at The Oyster Box Hotel for several days and was pleasantly surprised by what an enjoyable experience it was. This is one of the best hotels we have ever stayed at. The service at the hotel is amazing. Every staff member new our names from the minute we arrived and they went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. The rooms were very comfortable. We ate a delicious buffet breakfast there every morning. Great location. We will definitely stay there again and highly recommend it.

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Tinini

10

August 2023

I would like to my gratitude to Ruan and the team they made sure that im feeling better when i had an asthma attack, im very greatfull forvl what they did during that difficult time. im praying that god blessed the Oyster staff abundantly. We arrrived saved home from our excellent experience comfort and hospitality. Thank you we will definitely visit again. Kind regards TININI MOKOTONG

Absolutely nothing they even allowed us to bring visitors.

Points of Interest Around The Oyster Box

Airports

Virginia Aerodrome

3.4mi

King Shaka International Airport

8.2mi

Pieter Maritzburg

41.7mi

Restaurants

Grill Room

Ambiances

  • Traditional

The Ocean Terrace

Cuisines

  • Indian
  • Pizza
  • Seafood
  • Local
  • 0

Palm Court - 24 hours

Cuisines

  • Local

Ambiances

  • Traditional

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Shallow end
  • With view

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of The Oyster Box

Spa/Wellness packages

Free parking

Kids' club

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Turkish/Steam Bath

Beach

Sauna

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Playground

Garden

Free toiletries

Balcony

Stay rules - The Oyster Box

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Oyster Box

Is it possible to stay with my pet at The Oyster Box?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at The Oyster Box hotel. They allow pets on request, and there may be charges associated with bringing your pet.

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at The Oyster Box?

For The Oyster Box, you can check in after 02:00 PM and the check-out deadline is 11:00 AM.

Is vehicle parking offered by The Oyster Box?

Yes, The Oyster Box offers free on-site public parking for guests, and no reservation is required.

What are the rates at The Oyster Box?

Rates at The Oyster Box commence from $384. However, final pricing may depend on room choices and booking dates. Always input your stay dates for precise rates.

What types of rooms does The Oyster Box offer?

The hotel offers a variety of rooms including Garden-Facing Loft, Classic with Garden View, Sea Facing Cabana, Classic with Sea View, Family with Sea View, Sea-Facing Luxury Suite, Superior Garden Villa, Luxury with Sea View, and Deluxe Suite with Sea View. Occupancy ranges from 2 adults and 1 child in most rooms to 2 adults and 2 children in the Family Room. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. Bed sizes vary from King size beds to a combination of King size and Sofa beds. Room sizes range from 291 to 1130 square feet.

What are the main attractions at The Oyster Box?

At The Oyster Box, guests can indulge in various leisure amenities. They can spend their time relaxing at the beachfront, enjoying the outdoor swimming pool or the Turkish/Steam bath. The hotel also offers a spa and a fitness center for indulgent wellness experiences. Moreover, guests can savor delectable cuisines at the various on-site restaurants like The Grill Room, The Ocean Terrace offering Indian, Pizza, Seafood, Local cuisines, and Palm Court with 24-hour and high tea options. The kids' club and kid-friendly buffet cater to families, while the hotel's non-smoking rooms and wheelchair accessibility ensure a comfortable stay for all. Whether guests seek relaxation, gastronomic delights, or family-friendly activities, The Oyster Box provides a range of amenities for an unforgettable stay.

Does The Oyster Box have a pool for guests?

The Oyster Box hotel offers an outdoor pool that is available all season. The pool features a shallow end and offers a view.

Are there restaurants located within The Oyster Box?

The Oyster Box hotel offers several on-site restaurants including The Grill Room, The Ocean Terrace, and Palm Court - 24 hours. The ambiances range from traditional to high tea, and the cuisines offered include Indian, pizza, seafood, and local specialties.

Can I use my credit card at The Oyster Box?

No, you cannot use cash at The Oyster Box. However, you can pay with credit cards, including Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, American Express, and UnionPay.