Oyster Box Hotel
CEDARBERG RATING
Luxury
Overview
The Oyster Box Hotel is probably the finest hotel on the Dolphin Coast of KwaZulu Natal with its celebrated history, colonial grandeur and superb Oceanside setting alongside the famous Umhlanga lighthouse. With all the luxurious comforts, elegance and charm of a bygone era, together with its breathtaking views over the Indian Ocean, the Oyster Box is at the top of South Africa's own hotel 'A-list'.
Accommodation at The Oyster Box Hotel
Luxury abounds with 86 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, eight Garden Villas, each with its own private pool and a magnificent 450m² Presidential Suite. The varied accommodation suits the needs of everyone, from individuals, to honeymoon couples and families. Children are welcome, with special facilities and a Kids Club to give parents the rest they deserve.
The hotel has gone to great efforts to preserve the compelling character and allure of the original much-loved hotel. The original Oyster Box Hotel played host to generations of local and international guests who enjoyed its relaxed colonial elegance. The new hotel now adds 21st century hospitality and amenities. The Ocean Terrace patio, overlooking the stylish rim flow pool and ocean beyond, remains an iconic landmark. Personal touches, such as the original memorabilia in the Durban July and Union Castle Rooms, are sure to conjure up interesting stories.
The Oyster Box Hotel has a great sense of light and space with lots of glass and luxurious finishes. The Clock Library houses an impressive collection of antique clocks collected from around the world, as well as providing a quiet area to relax, read or play a game of backgammon or chess. In the unlikely event of inclement weather, the luxurious 24-seater movie theatre comes into its own. A new, state-of-the-art Spa features a unique, beautifully-appointed Hamman, while the gym boasts the latest equipment.
Dining at The Oyster Box Hotel
Exceptional cuisine and impeccable wines are on offer - serving the finest seafood in the Grill room and authentic Indian curries and even wood-oven pizzas at the Ocean Terrace. A host of gathering spots offers something for everyone, with the richly furnished, authentic Chukka Bar, the Lighthouse Bar on the rooftop offering light meals and the magnificent, marbled Oyster Bar, serving freshly plucked oysters from the hotel's own oyster beds. Whiskey tastings and wine tastings are also on offer.
The Oyster Box Hotel is set in lush vegetation and landscaped gardens typical of KwaZulu Natal. Creative water features and ponds, a second swimming pool and antique bird aviary emphasize the timeless tranquility of the grounds.
At A Glance
Recommended for families
Good Food & Wine
Wine Tasting
Swimming pool
Sea views
Beach
Shops within easy walking distance
Spa
Wifi on premises
In Pictures
Oyster Box Hotel on the map
Rooms
Classic Garden Facing Rooms
The elegant Classic Garden Facing Rooms, all overlook the hotel’s lush, tranquil gardens.
Classic Sea Facing Rooms
Each charming Classic Sea Facing Room has a balcony that opens on to uninterrupted views of Umhlanga’s historic lighthouse and KwaZulu Natal’s breath-taking coastline. These rooms have a bath or shower and a single vanity.
Luxury Sea Facing Rooms
The beautifully appointed Luxury Sea Facing Rooms each offer a balcony that opens on to uninterrupted views of Umhlanga’s historic lighthouse and KwaZulu Natal’s breath-taking coastline. All rooms offer a double vanity feature in the bathrooms along with spacious separate shower and bath.
Junior Cabanas
These beautiful Junior Cabanas are located on the lower ground level with stunning sea views and leading out onto the grassed area in front. All rooms consists of a four-poster king bed with an en-suite bathroom offering a shower and single vanity.
Sea Facing Cabanas
The stunning Sea Facing Cabanas present gorgeous king size Four Poster beds and are all located on the lower ground floor, boasting individual spacious balcony terraces and exceptional beachfront views.
Sea Facing Family Rooms
The Oyster Box is designed for the absolute comfort of each family. There are 5 private Sea Facing Family Rooms, each with not only a master bedroom, but an additional room or loft for the younger members of the family.
Sea Facing Luxury Suites
Individually decorated, all of the striking and eclectic Sea Facing Suites comprise of one well-appointed bedroom with a lavish separate lounge.
Sea Facing Deluxe Suite
Individually decorated, the Sea Facing Deluxe Suites comprise of one bedroom with a luxurious separate lounge. The Deluxe suites are located on the lower ground and boast their own private plunge pools and terrace.
Superior Garden Villas
These spectacular Superior Garden Villas are nestled in the hotel’s lush gardens and all have an inviting private plunge pool, terrace, gorgeous lounge, complimented by a bar and an opulent spacious bathroom. 4 of the 8 villas can be converted into a 2 bed-roomed villa by reserving an additional Garden Villa Lofts.
Garden Villa Lofts
Our pretty garden-facing Garden Villa Loft Rooms are available as separate accommodation or, with the combination of a Superior Garden Villa, ideal for the out-and-about visitor. Each room is individually and superbly decorated. All Garden Villa rooms offer a 4-charming king size Poster Bed and ample space.
Presidential Suite
The epitome of indulgence; this grandeur and stylish Presidential Suite is split over two exquisitely decorated levels and boasts a private elevator. The extravagantly decorated master bedroom includes a relaxing seating area and an intimate personal study. There are two lavish marble bathrooms – his and hers. Unparalleled sea views complimented by opulence and tranquillity beyond compare. Other incomparable features of this gracious suit include a private rim-flow swimming pool, an elegant lounge, and a tasteful dining room with seating for 8 guests, complimented further by a bar and a beautifully equipped kitchen. There is also an additional bedroom. This unrivalled décor incorporates white timber floors and marble and white Caesar stone.
