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. 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 yet has a feeling of classical charm and elegance like nowhere else on earth.
Location
Standing proud on Umhlanga’s beachfront, directly on the beach and overlooking the Indian Ocean,
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
Accommodation
86 rooms and suites either sea or garden-facing, individually styled in splendid luxury with caring detail, elegant amenities and thoughtful touches.
8 CLASSIC GARDEN-FACING ROOMS All overlook the hotel’s lush tropical gardens filled with the chatter of monkeys and birds. Average size: 32 sq metres / 344 sq feet.
22 CLASSIC SEA-FACING ROOMS All have their own private balcony with views of Umhlanga’s iconic lighthouse and the breath-taking coastline. Average size: 27 sq metres / 291 sq feet
25 LUXURY SEA-FACING ROOM Spacious and light with double vanities, a separate spacious shower, private balconies and exceptional ocean views. Average size: 31 sq metres / 334 sq feet
4 SEA-FACING CABANAS On the ground floor, a step away from the water’s edge, with colonial king-size four-poster beds and individual terraces overlooking the exotic gardens and swimming pool. Average size: 36 sq metres / 388 sq feet
1 PARAPLEGIC CABANA – This spacious Cabana features a comfortable lower kingsize bed and is located on the ground floor in close proximity to the outlets. It has lovely sea views and an enclosed terrace with ramp access to our Ocean Terrace Restaurant and sea-facing main pool. The ensuite bathroom is equipped with a bath and open shower. Size: 36 sq metres / 388 sq feet Maximum occupancy: 2 persons
5 SEA-FACING FAMILY ROOMS Each has a master bedroom and a separate single room or loft for the children, who will be delighted with the thoughtful touches that are extended to children while staying with us. (2 Adults and 2 Children 12 years and younger). Average size: 36 sq metres / 388 sq feet
2 DELUXE SEA-FACING SUITES Within easy reach of the beach and pools, these elegant, ground-level suites have their own private heated plunge pool, terrace, bedroom and separate lounge. Average size: 78 sq metres / 840 sq feet
8 SUPERIOR GARDEN VILLAS Set back from the main buildings, nestled in the hotel’s tropical gardens and close to the Spa, each Villa has its own private heated plunge pool with terrace, lounge, bar and 2 separate bathrooms. Four of the eight Villas can be converted into a 2-bedroom Villa, with connecting Garden Villa Lofts. Average size: 105 sq metres / 1 130 sq feet.
4 GARDEN VILLA LOFTS Creatively designed; the Garden Villa Lofts can be converted into a 2-bedroom Villa by connecting with one of the Superior Garden Villas. Average size: 64 sq metres / 689 sq feet
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