The Oyster Box Hotel - Umhlanga

$$$$||View on mapUmhlanga, South Africa2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga, South Africa, 4319|
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The Oyster Box Hotel - Umhlanga
2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga, South Africa, 4319·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Location9.8
Cleanliness9.7
Staff9.7
Comfort9.6
Facilities9.5
Who stays here
Couples49%
Families27%
Groups9%
Solo8%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Location9.8
Cleanliness9.7
Staff9.7
Comfort9.6
Facilities9.5
Who stays here
Couples49%
Families27%
Groups9%
Solo8%

5-star oceanfront hotel overlooking Umhlanga Lighthouse

Rooms and Suites

The Oyster Box offers 86 individually decorated rooms, suites, and villas overlooking the Indian Ocean and Umhlanga Lighthouse. Each accommodation includes handcrafted furnishings and private patios or plunge pools on higher categories. Guests receive a legendary breakfast buffet featuring freshly plucked oysters and gourmet dishes.

Dining

The Ocean Terrace at the Oyster Box Hotel is known for its famous curry and seafood buffets. The Grill Room offers fine dining in a classic setting with a live music accompaniment. Three distinctive bars include the rooftop Lighthouse Bar serving signature cocktails with panoramic ocean views.

Wellness and Spa

The award-winning spa at the Oyster Box Hotel offers holistic wellness therapies inspired by nature. Treatments include full body massages, foot massages, and hammam experiences in a serene tropical garden setting. Guests also have access to a fitness centre, two swimming pools, and spa/wellness packages.

Family and Children

The Oyster Box is family-friendly with a dedicated holiday club for children including a kids' club and babysitting services. The hotel provides an indoor play area, outdoor play equipment, board games, and movie nights in the private cinema. Two swimming pools, a pool with toys, and direct beach access ensure activities for all ages.

Location and Entertainment

The Oyster Box Hotel Umhlanga sits directly on Umhlanga's golden beach, steps from the iconic lighthouse. Evening entertainment includes live music, themed dinner nights, and stand-up comedy performances. The hotel offers complimentary airport shuttle service and free valet parking for guests.

  • Location: Overlooking Umhlanga Lighthouse and Indian Ocean
  • Rooms: 86 individually decorated rooms, suites & villas
  • Dining: Legendary curry buffet & classic Grill Room
  • Wellness: Award-winning spa with nature-inspired treatments
  • Family: Kids' club, private cinema & swimming pools
  • Entertainment: Rooftop Lighthouse Bar with panoramic ocean views
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A buffet breakfast is served and charges are applicable. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Zulu
Building
Year renovated:2009
Number of rooms:84
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Rooms and availability

Junior Cabanas
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Family King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Presidential Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Infinity pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Horseback riding
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Baby pushchair
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Toys
  • Kids club

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Turkish bath
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about The Oyster Box Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 347 £
📏 Distance to centre 400 m
✈️ Distance to airport 19.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport King Shaka International, DUR

Location

2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga, South Africa, 4319
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2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga, South Africa, 4319
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2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga, South Africa, 4319
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Beach
uMhlanga Main Beach
240 m
Harbour
Whalebone Pier
410 m
14 Chartwell Drive Shop 5b
Makiwa Gallery
220 m
16 Chartwell Drive
Africa Art Gallery
410 m
Mall
Granada Square
400 m
Unit 205 Granada Square
Mindgame Escape
310 m
Night club
Raffles Night Club
270 m
Restaurant
The Grill Room
80 m
Restaurant
The Lighthouse Bar
590 m
Restaurant
Palki, Umhlanga Rocks
80 m
Restaurant
The Sugar Club
260 m
Restaurant
Palm Court
600 m
Restaurant
The Oyster Bar
590 m
Restaurant
elements cafe bar
260 m
Restaurant
The Vista Terrace
90 m
Restaurant
Life Savours
180 m
Restaurant
Lord Prawn
290 m

Reviews of The Oyster Box Hotel

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FAQ about The Oyster Box

What popular attractions are closest to The Oyster Box Hotel?
Guests of The Oyster Box Hotel can visit Granada Square (just 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or uMhlanga Main Beach placed 10 minutes' walk away.
What is the nearest airport to The Oyster Box Hotel hotel?
King Shaka International airport lies within 20 km of The Oyster Box Hotel hotel and is reachable with a 23-minute drive.
Does this perfect hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, guests of this perfect hotel can take advantage of free private parking on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at the The Oyster Box Hotel?
Guests of the The Oyster Box Hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-seafood restaurant The Grill Room offering European cuisine.
Does the perfect The Oyster Box Hotel hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the perfect The Oyster Box Hotel hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the The Oyster Box Hotel hotel?
Guests of the The Oyster Box Hotel hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00 to 11:00. Late check-out is also available upon request.
What payment methods are available in the The Oyster Box Hotel?
At the The Oyster Box Hotel, guests can pay using American Express, Visa, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the perfect The Oyster Box Hotel hotel?
The perfect The Oyster Box Hotel hotel provides such room types as Luxury King Suite, Superior Villa, and Luxury Twin Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the The Oyster Box Hotel hotel?
All rooms of the The Oyster Box Hotel hotel feature a mini fridge bar, tea and coffee-making facilities as well as a safe, some of them boast private bathrooms along with an additional toilet.
Does the The Oyster Box Hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the The Oyster Box Hotel there are accessible bathrooms, rooms with accessible facilities, and wheelchair access available for guests with special needs.
Which facilities does the The Oyster Box Hotel hotel provide?
Top locations of the The Oyster Box Hotel hotel include a restaurant and a storage for belongings, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
What are the spa options at this perfect hotel?
At a wellness centre featured at this perfect hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as body treatments, pedicure, and manicure. Additionally, a Turkish steam bath and a Turkish steam room are offered on-site.
Is swimming pool available at the The Oyster Box Hotel?
Yes, the The Oyster Box Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool.
Which children services are offered at this perfect hotel?
For guests staying at this perfect hotel with their children, babysitting service will be very useful.
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