An iconic hotel is just steps from Umhlanga’s golden beaches, opposite the historic red-and-white lighthouse, with direct access to the rolling waves. The Oyster Box offers all the colonial charm and nostalgia of a bygone era, but with all the modern comfort and amenities.
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Rooms178
+/- Occupants7
Dining Experiences5
Event VenuesGarden Villa Lofts
Beautifully designed garden-facing Loft Rooms are available as stand-alone accommodation, or in combination with a Superior Garden Villa. Each room is individually and superbly decorated with magnificent 4 poster king size beds and ample space for guests to feel at home in legendary luxury.
Classic Garden Facing Rooms
Our elegant Classic Rooms all overlook the hotel's lush and tranquil gardens for a peaceful view into what can only be described as the hotel’s private oasis.
Classic Sea Facing Rooms
Each one of our Classic Sea Facing Rooms has a balcony that overlooks Umhlanga's iconic lighthouse and the breathtaking coastline.
Luxury Sea Facing Rooms
Luxury Sea Facing Rooms, each with a balcony that opens onto views of Umhlanga’s iconic lighthouse and breathtaking coastline. All rooms include a bathroom with double vanities and a spacious separate shower.
Sea Facing Cabana
Our beautifully appointed Cabanas, situated on the lower ground level with individual terraces, offer exceptional views of the water’s edge. Within these lovely cabanas guests can enjoy sleeping peacefully on luxurious king size four poster beds.
Sea Facing Luxury Suites
Enjoying magnificent views of the Indian Ocean, individually decorated Sea Facing Suites offer the space and comfort of a luxurious bedroom with a stylishly decorated separate lounge area.
Sea Facing Deluxe Suites
Located on the lower ground level with private plunge pools and terraces Deluxe Suites provide guests with luxurious bedrooms and separate lounge areas – a perfect configuration for a perfect stay.
Sea Facing Family Rooms
At The Oyster Box an incredible level of care and consideration has been put into providing exceptional levels of comfort for families. With this in mind we are pleased to offer five private Family rooms, each with a master bedroom along with an additional second bedroom (four with bunk beds and one loft with two single beds) for the smaller members of the family.
Superior Garden Villas
Set in the lush surroundings of the hotel gardens these charming villas each enjoy the luxury of a private plunge pool, relaxing terrace, private lounge and bar, and an opulent bathroom. If guests wish, these villas can be converted into a 2 bed-roomed villa simply by reserving one of the Garden Villa Lofts.
Presidential Suite
Offering the finest of stylish suite accommodation the Presidential Suite is truly remarkable. Split over two levels with a private lift the Suite offers guests the joy of a grand master bedroom with its own calm, exceptionally comfortable seating area and an intimate personal study. Two lavish marble bathrooms - one offering unsurpassed sea views for luxury and tranquility beyond compare. And of course there is the magnificent private rim-flow swimming pool, a tastefully tailored private lounge, a gracious dining room with seating for 8 guests with a private bar and a well-equipped kitchen for intimate in-suite dining. And for that even greater feeling of space, the Suite offers an additional bedroom.
The Ocean Terrace
The beautiful Ocean Terrace restaurant, with gorgeous views across the Indian Ocean, serves a Bistro-style menu and is perfect for casual, al fresco and family dining. The Ocean Terrace also serves a delicious English Breakfast daily, as well as an a la carte menu for lunch and dinner.
The Palm Court
Inspired by The Oyster Box’s original, architecture with four magnificent tole and ceramic chandeliers purchased from the Savoy Hotel in London, natural sunlight and towering Palms, The Palm Court is the venue for the legendary High Tea each afternoon. It’s also a favourite meeting spot for casual dining.
The Grill Room
The legendary Grill Room has been renowned for its fine dining and outstanding cuisine for almost 70 years.
The Chef's Table
If you’re a foodie looking for something a little ‘out of the ordinary’, need a unique event menu, or are keen to impress somebody special - then don’t miss the opportunity to take a front row seat with Executive Chef Kevin Joseph and his ace Team, for an extraordinary dining experience at The Chef’s Table in The Kitchen at The Oyster Box.
Private Wine Cellar
For a more intimate dining experience, the Wine Cellar, with its glass ceiling, is sunken just below the Oyster Bar and is unique for dinner parties, corporate functions, tastings or special events and offers a Chef’s Table for up to 10 guests.
High Tea
The Oyster Box has long been famous for its elegant High Tea, served beneath the waving fans and striking chandeliers – purchased from the Savoy Hotel in London – of the Palm Court. Accompanied by the dulcet tones of our resident pianist, guests can enjoy the unhurried High tea experience, served at two sittings each afternoon. Monday - Sundays: 2.30pm - 5pm
Bars at The Oyster Box
The three bars at The Oyster Box hotel welcome both resident guests and local visitors. Each has their own character, from the chic décor and sea views in The Oyster Bar, to the old-world charm of The Chukka Bar, the only smoking venue in the hotel. The rooftop Lighthouse Bar is a perennial favorite, with its vibrant décor, signature cocktails and breathtaking sea views.
The Pearl Room
The all-white, elegant ‘Pearl Room’, resplendent with mirrored walls and exquisite hand-blown crystal Venetian chandeliers and views of the iconic lighthouse and Indian Ocean, has an air of luxury and opulence. Popular for weddings, dinners, large events and conferences, this is one of The Oyster Box’s most sought after venues.
The Shell Room
The ‘Shell Room’, in hues of blue reflecting the hues and moods of the ocean outside, can be configured to suit a variety of small to medium-sized events or used in conjunction with the ‘Pearl Room’, to create a larger function room.
Colony Room
The 'Colony' Room is adjacent to our fine dining Grill Room, this venue can be closed off offering a private conferencing or dining option for more intimate gatherings. The elegant decor in this venue is conducive to dining at its finest.
Durban July Room
The themed ‘Durban July’ Room, provides a fascinating pictorial journey of the renowned Durban July horseracing event, over the last 50 years and is the perfect room for workshops, cocktail functions, presentations or meetings. In addition, a patio, provides an ideal outdoor element to this function area.
Union Castle Room
The 'Union Castle' lends itself to a corporate Boardroom, decorated with relics from the Union Castle – This corporate venue is perfect for boardroom style meetings and can also be used as a dining facility for up to 20 guests.
The Spa
The award-winning spa is enveloped in lush, secluded gardens, where nurturing treatments are accompanied by the chatter of monkeys in the trees. Deeply inspired by our surroundings, our brilliant therapists draw on centuries of Indian and African wellness traditions
Fitness
Open 24 hours, the fully equipped Fitness Centre in The Spa complex includes treadmills, exercise bicycles, a Cross-trainer, Power plate, Multi Exercise tower, Weights, Medicine balls, Yoga / Exercise mats, Pilates Balls, LED TV’s with DSTV and Music and a Refreshment Station. A private Yoga or Pilates instructor can be arranged on request, however Pilates DVDs are available at the hotel reception for individual use.
Cinema
For those who would like to choose their own movie, we have a wide selection of classics, comedy, adventure, drama and foreign films. Sink into plush black leather seats with state-of-the-art flat screen Dolby surround sound and enjoy complimentary popcorn and candy as you escape into a world of celluloid fantasy.
Kids Holiday Club
Children between the ages of four and 12 years, have access to the supervised Holiday Club during their stay. The children’s Playroom offers a range of games, activities and facilities, including use of the X-Box, Play Station, DVDs and a selection of board games. Other vacation activities include storytelling, face painting, art and craft activities, pizza-making and movie screenings. Special programmes are offered during peak periods such as school holidays, Easter, Christmas and New Year. For mom and dad, an outsourced babysitting service is offered by the hotel so that you can enjoy some ‘adult time’ during your stay. The Holiday Club is open daily from 10h00 to 19h00
The Clock Library
Warm textures and rich hues, handpicked furniture and objects d’art characterize the Clock Library, featuring a fascinating collection of antique clocks bought on auction or during the Tollman family’s travels to exotic places. The only room in the hotel for the private use of resident guests, it is accessed with a key card and is the perfect place to enjoy a quiet drink in a leather armchair with lighthouse views or to page through one of the many books that form part of a library of family heirlooms collected over many years.
Furry family
At The Oyster Box we know that a holiday’s not the same without the family pet. Well-behaved pets are welcome at the hotel, with a collection of amenities and services provided especially for our four-legged friends.
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