Overlooking the iconic Umhlanga lighthouse and the Indian Ocean, and oozing with all the colonial charm of a bygone era, the 86-room Oyster Box is the epitome of modern elegance and comfort. Just 15 minutes from the airport, the hotel is renowned for generous hospitality, attentive service, and exceptional cuisine, guests have a choice of venues for wining and dining.  From the Ocean Terrace, serving fresh pizza, the finest seafood, and an authentic curry buffet, to the fine-dining Grill Room and wine cellar. The Palm Court serves a traditional High Tea daily with live piano accompaniment.  The Lighthouse Bar is the hottest spot in town for sundowners and the chic Oyster, Salmon & Sushi Bar brings the oceans’ bounty straight to the diner’s plate in The Oyster Bar. Equipped with six treatment rooms, a hydrotherapy bath, grooming lounge, plunge pool, gym, infinity pool, and tranquility lounge, The Spa offers the latest in health and wellness treatments. Other facilities include two swimming pools set in tropical gardens, a private library, and a 24-seater movie theatre. The Oyster Box is KwaZulu-Natal’s premiere wedding and honeymoon destination and the ‘venue of choice’ for the conference and business market. Time spent at The Oyster Box will leave you with magical memories to last a lifetime.

ROOMS – The Oyster Box offers 86 rooms, suites, and villas; each individually decorated to offer a uniquely memorable five-star stay on the sunny coastline of KwaZulu-Natal. Choose between splendid sea views from your private terrace or the leafy escape of our lush private gardens. Whether you’re traveling for business or leisure, on your own or with loved ones, our elegant five-star accommodation has something to suit the most discerning traveller.

Garden Villa Lofts – Beautifully designed garden-facing rooms.

Classic Garden Facing Rooms – Elegant rooms with peaceful views of the peaceful oasis at the heart of our hotel.

Classic Sea Facing Rooms – Each room has a balcony overlooking the breath-taking coastline.

Luxury Sea Facing Rooms – Each room has a balcony that opens onto views of Umhlanga’s iconic lighthouse.

Junior Cabana – All rooms are sea-facing, located on the ground floor with an outside area.

Sea Facing Cabana – Each with its own individual terrace, offering exceptional views of the water’s edge.

Sea Facing Family Rooms – At The Oyster Box an incredible level of care has been put into providing exceptional comfort for families.

SUITES – Each of the suites in our beautiful collection has a private plunge pool with magnificent views of the ocean or tropical gardens.

Luxury Sea Facing Suites – Perfect for guests needing extra space, with a wide private balcony for entertaining.

Deluxe Sea Facing Suites – Each enjoy a private plunge pool and spacious terrace giving onto the hotel’s expansive lawns.

Superior Garden Villas – Overlooking lush sub-tropical gardens, each enjoys the luxury of a private plunge pool and quiet terrace.

Presidential Suite – In its opulent décor and expansive sense of space, the duplex two-bedroom Presidential Suite at The Oyster Box offers unparalleled levels of comfort and luxury. The suite can also be combined with a third bedroom (please enquire for more details). On the ground floor, a private dining area (seating up to eight guests) connects the elegant lounge and private bar. In one corner, a baby grand piano invites guests to strike up a tune. The living areas flow effortlessly out onto the sun-splashed terrace and secluded private garden, with a rim-flow plunge pool offering glorious sea views. Those same views can be admired from the first-floor living quarters, where the master suite and second bedroom – each with – magnificent marble bathrooms – deliver panoramic vistas of the coastline. The third bedroom is situated on the mezzanine level, offering en-suite accommodation and a small private terrace.

DINING

The Oyster Box offers a delicious array of culinary adventures to discover. From the fresh oysters – plucked from our very own wild oyster beds – piled high on our legendary breakfast buffet, to the elegant High Tea served daily in the serene Palm Court, our restaurants stay true to the Red Carnation ethos of generous hospitality. Look forward to fresh seafood and sea views on the Ocean Terrace, or classical fine dining and perfectly seared prime cuts in The Grill Room. Of course, the adjoining wine cellar offers a superb selection of local and international cellars. The exclusive Chef’s Table is ideal for special celebrations and small groups, while the choice of bars offers the perfect way to relax into your time at The Oyster Box.

The Ocean Terrace – Fresh seafood and local flavours. Casual cuisine with superb sea views.

The Palm Court – An elegant space for the timeless tradition of High Tea.

The Grill Room – Classical fine dining and tableside service at our flagship restaurant.

Bars at The Oyster Box – Whether it’s for sundowners or a sushi platter, pre-dinner drinks or a quiet nightcap, you’ll find a bar at The Oyster Box that’s perfect for you. Choose between the seaside chic of The Oyster Bar, cosy charm in the Chukka Bar, or the vibrant décor and panoramic sea views at the rooftop Lighthouse Bar.

WELLNESS & SPA

Set amid lush sub-tropical gardens, just steps from the Indian Ocean and the golden sands of Umhlanga beach, the Spa at The Oyster Box offers a serene space for you to walk your own journey to wellness. Find beauty, balance and wellness at the Spa at The Oyster Box. Breathe deeply in the Tranquillity Lounge, and ease away stress in the plunge pool, before you reinvigorate both body and mind with our bespoke body and facial treatments. Signature journeys include steam treatments in our traditional hammam, full-body massages using crystal-infused oils, and our all-natural B|Africa and Tata Harper treatments.

Enjoy a little healthy indulgence with our wellness-focused spa menu. Sip on a vitamin-packed smoothie before joining an early yoga class; stretching both body and mind while welcoming the day. Come lunchtime, look forward to sushi platters and generous salads, or healthy treats such as rolled peach pavlova. Vegetarian and vegan meal options are also available at The Ocean Terrace restaurant.