The Oyster Box | Hotel in Durban

| 9.4 (901 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  13 Bathrooms  34 Guests
Umhlanga Hotel | The Oyster Box

Hotel in Umhlanga, Durban

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 Oyster Box is located in Durban.

This 84 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Designated Smoking Area, Ocean View, Guest Services, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 901 reviews with the average score of 9.4 . Coming to Durban and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Private Beach
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Coffee house on site
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking
  • Free parking
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
Activities
  • Fishing
  • Live music/Performance
  • Playground
  • Stand-up comedy
  • Head massage
  • Diving
  • Fitness
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Locker rooms
  • Kids' club
  • Game drives
  • Horseback riding
  • Neck massage
  • Hand massage
  • Spa
  • Themed dinners
  • Beachfront
  • Cooking class
  • Beach
  • Back massage
  • Fitness center
  • Evening entertainment
  • Spa facilities
  • Windsurfing
  • Couples' massage
  • Bar crawls
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Private beach area
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot massage
  • Movie nights
  • Full-body massage
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Massage
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Indoor play area
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
General
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
  • Designated smoking area
  • Elevator
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Pet friendly
Guest Services
  • Car rental
  • Strollers
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Valet parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Tour desk
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Airport shuttle
  • Pet bowls
  • Room service
  • Ironing service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Baggage storage
  • Concierge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shuttle service
  • Laundry
  • Packed lunches
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Terrace
Security/Safety
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • First aid kits available
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Spa
  • Pool with view
  • Pool bar
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Swimming pool
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Infinity pool
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. the property will contact you after you book to provide instructions, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.64
Location:
9.77
Staff:
9.73
Facilities:
9.57
Comfort:
9.67
Cleanliness:
9.69
Michele
Feb 28, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
Luxembourg
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Classic Room with Garden View
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 32 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Towels, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Shower cap, Body soap, Bathtub, Toilet paper

General

Fan, Safe, Heating, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Key card access

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Cable channels, Satellite channels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Desk

Internet

Wireless internet

View

View, Garden view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Room amenities

Adapter, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Luxury Room with Sea View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 31 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Luxury Room with Sea View

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Towels, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Shower cap, Body soap, Bathtub, Toilet paper

General

Interconnecting room(s) available, Fan, Safe, Heating, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Key card access

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Cable channels, Satellite channels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Internet

Wireless internet

View

View, Sea view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Room amenities

Adapter, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Classic Room with Sea View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 27 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Towels, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Shower cap, Body soap, Bathtub, Toilet paper

General

Fan, Safe, Heating, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Key card access

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Cable channels, Satellite channels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Internet

Wireless internet

View

View, Sea view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Room amenities

Adapter, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Superior Garden Villa
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 105 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Superior Garden Villa

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Towels, Slippers, Shampoo, Guest bathroom, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Shower cap, Body soap, Bathtub, Toilet paper

General

Fan, Safe, Heating, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Key card access

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Cable channels, Satellite channels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Desk

Outdoors

Patio

Internet

Wireless internet

View

View, Garden view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Room amenities

Adapter, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow
Sea Facing Cabana
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 36 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Sea Facing Cabana

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Towels, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Shower cap, Body soap, Bathtub, Toilet paper

General

Fan, Safe, Heating, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Key card access

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Cable channels, Satellite channels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Desk

Outdoors

Patio

Internet

Wireless internet

View

View, Sea view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Adapter, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow
Family Room with Sea View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 36 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Bunk bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Towels, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Shower cap, Body soap, Bathtub, Toilet paper

General

Fan, Safe, Heating, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Key card access

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Cable channels, Satellite channels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Internet

Wireless internet

View

View, Sea view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Adapter, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow
Sea Facing Luxury Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 55 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Sea Facing Luxury Suite

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Towels, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Shower cap, Body soap, Bathtub, Toilet paper

General

Fan, Safe, Heating, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Key card access

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Cable channels, Satellite channels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Internet

Wireless internet

View

View, Sea view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Adapter, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow
Deluxe Suite with Sea View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 78 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Towels, Slippers, Shampoo, Guest bathroom, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Shower cap, Body soap, Bathtub, Toilet paper

General

Fan, Safe, Heating, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Key card access

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Cable channels, Satellite channels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Desk

Outdoors

Patio

Internet

Wireless internet

View

View, Sea view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Room amenities

Adapter, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow
Garden-Facing Loft Room
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 64 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Towels, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Shower cap, Body soap, Bathtub, Toilet paper

General

Fan, Safe, Heating, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Key card access

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Cable channels, Satellite channels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Internet

Wireless internet

View

View, Garden view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Adapter, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow
Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 450 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Towels, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Shower cap, Body soap, Bathtub, Toilet paper

General

Fan, Safe, Heating, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Key card access

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Cable channels, Satellite channels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Patio, Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Internet

Wireless internet

View

View, Sea view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Dining table, Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Adapter, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow
Double Room
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 36 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Towels, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Shower cap, Body soap, Bathtub, Toilet paper

General

Fan, Safe, Heating, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Key card access

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Cable channels, Satellite channels

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Desk

Internet

Wireless internet

View

View, Sea view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Adapter, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow
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