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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at The Oyster Box

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.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Situated in the best rated area in Durban, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 bunk beds
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sphamandla
South Africa South Africa
The restaurants are amazing. The food is good. Excellent
Welile
South Africa South Africa
We were upgraded to a Villa ..What an experience I wish I had stayed longer
Sophie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The service and staff and position on the beach. And the breakfast was incredible!
Duvernramiah
South Africa South Africa
Wonderful selection of breakfast. Great attentive staff. Great view of the ocean during breakfast.
Rita
South Africa South Africa
The excellent service surpasses even the opulance!
Jeffrey
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Fine dining and breakfast were fantastic. The proximity to the beach was great and the staff were amazing.
Lindi
South Africa South Africa
Location, service and pure luxury. What am amazing treat to stay here.
Johann
South Africa South Africa
The Staff service and friendliness exceptional. The Grill Room, Goerge and Juan made our dinner absolutely memorable. Stephanie greeted us every day with a smile at breakfast. Sibs at the pool did his job amazingly. Food was delicious.
Anthony
South Africa South Africa
Best hotel in our province KwaZulu-Natal. Excellent service, luxurious rooms, amenities of the highest quality, linen superb, in a few words: Spoil yourself to luxury!
Richard
South Africa South Africa
Property quality, ambience, staff friendliness and care, location, food (generally) and attention to detail were all spectacular.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

3 restaurants on site
Grill Room
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
The Ocean Terrace
  • Cuisine
    Indian • Pizza • Seafood • Local • South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Palm Court (High Tea)
  • Cuisine
    International • South African
  • Open for
    High tea
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The Oyster Box takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 950 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubUnionPay credit card Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Oyster Box 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.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.