The Oyster Box
5-star Hotel with Private beach
2 Lighthouse Road, 4320 Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
+27 315 145 000based on 1,356 reviews
per night
About The Oyster Box, Umhlanga
The Oyster Box photos
Rooms
Hotel Amenities & Facilities
- Private beach
- Snorkelling
- Outdoor pool
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
Basics
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Fan
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Air-conditioned
- Free Wi-Fi
- Linens
- Towels
- Shampoo
- Adapter
- Body soap
- Dustbins
- Conditioner
Dining
- Wine glasses
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Minibar
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/coffee maker
- Kettle
- Coffee machine
- Dining table
Services and conveniences
- Business centre
- Car hire
- Wake-up service
- Concierge service
- Currency exchange on-site
- Hammam (Turkish bath)
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Room service
- Tour desk
- Key card access
- 24-hour front desk
- Safety deposit box
- Bottle of water
Pool and spa
- Infinity pool
- Spa
- Outdoor pool
- Plunge pool
- Pool towels
- Pool with a view
- Steam room
- Spa and wellness centre
- Massage
- Pool bar
- Sauna
Things to do
- Gift shop
- Fishing
- Board games/puzzles
- Game room
- Scuba diving
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Evening entertainment
- Cooking classes
- Horse riding
- Windsurfing
Accessibility and suitability
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- No smoking
- Non-feather pillow
- Designated smoking area
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Disabled access
- Lift
- Accessible by lift
- Upper floors accessible by lift
- Upper floors accessible by stairs
Bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Shower cap
- Additional toilet
- Bathtub
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
Family friendly
- Babysitting or child care
- Cribs available
- Kids meals
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Indoor play area
- Kids' club
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Playground
- Swimming pool toys
General
- Family rooms
- Garden view
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Storage available
- Sea view
- Slippers
- Telephone
Parking and transportation
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Free parking
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- EV charging station
- Valet parking
Outdoor
- Private beach
- Garden
- Terrace/Patio
- Beach towels
- Balcony
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
Media and entertainment
- Cable or satellite TV
- Streaming service
- TV
Bedroom
- Feather pillow
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Desk
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
Fitness
- Fitness centre
Reviews
Pros +
- Beautiful location with rooms overlooking the lighthouse and Indian Ocean. (in 18 reviews)
- We loved the Lighthouse Bar with its delicious gin cocktails and incredible view. (in 7 reviews)
- Hotel is beautiful Very clean Staff are exceptional Service is world class. (in 22 reviews)
Cons -
- Chair was broken in the room. (in 35 reviews)
- the attention to detail (in 7 reviews)
- old style furnishings and the African artworks stole my heart. (in 2 reviews)
The Oyster Box room booking info
Check in/Check out
Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00
Cancellation/pre-payment
Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
Frequently asked questions
How far is The Oyster Box from Durban King Shaka Intl?
The Oyster Box is 13.7 km away from Durban King Shaka Intl. You can typically expect your drive time from The Oyster Box to Durban King Shaka Intl to be 25min. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.
What is the best way to get to The Oyster Box from Durban King Shaka Intl?
If you’re looking for a simple travel option from Durban King Shaka Intl to The Oyster Box, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.
Is The Oyster Box pet-friendly?
Feel free to bring your dog with you while staying at The Oyster Box.
Are there food options at The Oyster Box?
There is a restaurant at The Oyster Box that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or order food to take away. Call the front desk at +27 315 145 000 for kitchen hours. If you are staying at The Oyster Box, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.
Does The Oyster Box have a pool?
The Oyster Box does have a pool on site that hotel guests may use. Be advised that hotels typically have rules associated with pool usage. momondo would advise you to check with the front desk before taking a swim.
What is the phone number for The Oyster Box?
For questions regarding the hotel or your stay at The Oyster Box, call +27 315 145 000.
Does The Oyster Box have Wi-Fi available?
Yes, The Oyster Box has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.
Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at The Oyster Box?
The Oyster Box has a fitness centre available for guests who would like to use it throughout their stay.
What time is check-out for The Oyster Box?
For The Oyster Box, the required check-out time is 11:00. Check-in may be available from 14:00. Any special requests should be made with the concierge.
How much is a room at The Oyster Box?
Guests can currently expect to pay €498 on average for a night at The Oyster Box, Umhlanga. Enter your desired travel dates in the form above to find deals starting at €276 per night.
Is there laundry service in The Oyster Box?
Yes, you can do your laundry at The Oyster Box. Need to straighten out your clothes? The accommodation features an ironing board and an iron.
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The Oyster Box location: 2 Lighthouse Road, 4320 Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal