The Oyster Box - Durban
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The Oyster Box
No. of rooms
84
WiFi
Pool
Spa/wellness
Parking
Meals
facilities
Animal acceptance
Playground
We speak
AF FR XH ZU
9.4/10
No. of rooms
84
WiFi
Pool
Spa/wellness
Parking
Meals
facilities
Animal acceptance
Playground
We speak
AF FR XH ZU
9.4/10
Overlooking the iconic Umhlanga Lighthouse and Indian Ocean, The Oyster Box is a 5-star hotel offering timeless luxury and comfort as part of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection.
Guests can enjoy elegantly appointed rooms, suites, and villas—some with private patios or plunge pools—each with handcrafted furnishings, complimentary Wi-Fi, and thoughtful amenities.
Dining includes The Ocean Terrace, known for its famous curry and seafood buffets; The Grill Room, offering fine dining in a classic setting; and three distinctive bars: The Oyster Bar, the vintage-style Chukka Bar, and the rooftop Lighthouse Bar with panoramic ocean views.
With two swimming pools, a serene spa, a private cinema, and a well-equipped gym, the hotel is ideal for both relaxation and celebration.
Just steps from Umhlanga Village and the beach, the hotel is family-friendly, pet-friendly, and perfectly suited for honeymoons, group getaways, and memorable occasions. Free private parking is available.
The hotel day starts from hour 14:00 and ends at 11:00.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note thatSpecial Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Classic Room with Garden View. Offering quiet views across the hotels landscaped gardens. ;
Luxury Room with Sea View. These Luxury Sea Facing Rooms feature a balcony with views of Umhlanga’s lighthouse and coastline.rooms include a bathroom with double vanity and a spacious separate shower. ;
Classic Room with Sea View. These Classic Sea Facing Rooms have a balcony with views of Umhlangas lighthouse and the coastline. ;
Superior Garden Villa. These garden villa features a private plunge pool, terrace and a seating area with a bar. The luxurious bathroom is fitted with a bath and a shower, and comes with complimentary amenities. The Superior Garden Villas are also pet friendly. Kindly enquire with the hotel for further details. ;
Sea Facing Cabana. These well appointed Cabanas are situated on the lower ground level with individual terraces and views of the water’s edge. They feature a luxurious king size four-poster bed.. ;
Family Room with Sea View. These Family Rooms come with a master bedroom and an additional 2nd bedroom with bunk beds, suitable for children under 12 years of age. ;
Sea Facing Luxury Suite. 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. Located on the lower ground level with private plunge pools and terraces, the Deluxe Suites provide guests with luxurious bedrooms and separate lounge areas. ;
Garden-Facing Loft Room. This loft room has a DVD player, bathrobe and CD player. ;
Suite. This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite offers a TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds. ;
Double Room. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned triple room provides a TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Pool with view
Pet bowls
Hammam
Airport pick upadditional charge
Sun umbrellas
Airport drop offadditional charge
Indoor play area
Fitness
Pub crawlsadditional charge
Lower bathroom sink
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
Meeting/banquet facilitiesadditional charge
Beachfront
Heating
Breakfast takeaway containers
Full body massage
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Outdoor pool
Themed dinner nightsadditional charge
Laundryadditional charge
CCTV outside property
Strollers
Outdoor pool (all year)
Garden
Accessible parking
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Tour or class about local cultureadditional charge
Beach
Kids' club
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Ironing serviceadditional charge
Safety deposit box
Physical distancing rules followed
Airport shuttle
Dry cleaningadditional charge
Tour desk
Coffee house on site
Face masks for guests available
WiFi available in all areas
Shuttle service
WiFi
Internet services
Pets allowed
Smoke alarms
First aid kit available
Head massage
Higher level toilet
Contactless check-in/check-out
Free WiFi
Back massage
Babysitting/child servicesadditional charge
Evening entertainment
Free parking
Facilities for disabled guests
Massageadditional charge
Non-smoking throughout
Private beach area
Cashless payment available
Fitness/spa locker rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Shallow end
Daily housekeeping
Car hire
Parking on site
Swimming pool toys
Invoice provided
Room service
Snorkellingoffsiteadditional charge
Terrace
Horse ridingoffsiteadditional charge
Spa facilities
Valet parking
Board games/puzzles
Game drivesadditional charge
Neck massage
Lift
Access to health care professionals
Spa/wellness packages
Concierge service
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
Snack bar
24-hour security
Wheelchair accessible
Wine/champagneadditional charge
Toilet with grab rails
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Live music/performance
Foot massage
Kid-friendly buffet
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Kid mealsadditional charge
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Fishingoffsiteadditional charge
CCTV in common areas
Key card access
Divingoffsiteadditional charge
Packed lunches
Cooking classadditional charge
Fire extinguishers
Restaurant
Spa lounge/relaxation area
Special diet menus (on request)
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Sun terrace
Breakfast in the room
Spa and wellness centreadditional charge
Stand-up comedyadditional charge
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Windsurfingoffsiteadditional charge
Family rooms
Security alarm
Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
Luggage storage
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Bar
Hand massage
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Delivered food is securely covered
Parking
Live sport events (broadcast)
Children's playground
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Couples massage
Fitness centre
Movie nights
Designated smoking area
Fax/photocopyingadditional charge
Pool bar
Infinity pool
