The Oyster Box

Overlooking the Umhlanga Lighthouse and Indian Ocean, Oyster Box Hotel offers an outdoor infinity pool and an expansive spa along with free Wi-Fi. Gateway Shopping Centre is 2 km away.

The rooms at the 5-star Oyster Box are decorated with rich fabrics and furnishings. They include satellite TV, a lounge area and a tea/coffee maker. In addition, the villas have a private patio and plunge pool.

The Ocean Terraces Restaurant offers fine dining and overlooks the Indian Ocean, while the Grill Bar serves premium steaks and refreshing drinks.

Guests can work out with cardiovascular equipment at the gym, followed by a soothing massage by one of the onsite experts.

The Oyster is 3 km from Umhlanga Rocks shops and cafés. Free private parking is available.

Rooms: 86

Hotel Chain: Red Carnation Hotels

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Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant – Bar – 24-Hour Front Desk – Newspapers – Garden – Non-Smoking Rooms – Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests – Elevator – Safety Deposit Box – Luggage Storage – Air Conditioning – Designated Smoking Area – Restaurant (à la carte) – Restaurant (buffet)

Activities

Sauna – Fitness Centre – Spa & Wellness Centre – Massage – Children's Playground – Library – Turkish/Steam Bath – Outdoor Swimming Pool – Outdoor Swimming Pool (all year)

Services

Room Service – Meeting/Banquet Facilities – Business Centre – Babysitting/Child Services – Laundry – Dry Cleaning – Breakfast in the Room – Ironing Service – Bridal Suite – Currency Exchange – Souvenirs/Gift Shop – Shoe Shine – Packed Lunches – Fax/Photocopying – Concierge Service – Shuttle Service (surcharge)

Internet

Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.

Guest Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Travel information

From Durban International Airport:

- From the airport, travel north and follow N2 Stanger signs for approximately 30 km to the M41 Umhlanga / Mt Edgecombe turnoff;
- At the traffic lights, turn right over the bridge and continue on M41 for approximately 1 km;
- Take M12 Umhlanga Rocks Drive off-ramp, turn left at traffic lights and follow M12 Umhlanga Rocks Drive for approximately 4 km, until reaching Umhlanga Village;
- Travel down Lighthouse Road towards the lighthouse;
- The Oyster Box Hotel is on the right.

From the North Coast:

- Travel along the N2 South. Take the M41 Umhlanga/Mt Edgecombe turnoff;
- At traffic lights, turn left and continue on M41 for approximately 1 km;
- Take M12 Umhlanga Rocks Drive off-ramp, turn left at traffic lights and follow M12 Umhlanga Rocks Drive for approximately 4 km, until reaching Umhlanga Village;
- Travel down Lighthouse Road towards the lighthouse;
- The Oyster Box Hotel is on the right.

From N3 and Johannesburg:

- From N3 Southbound, travel approximately 2 km past the Pavilion Shopping Centre until you approach the Four Level Interchange 165 (Spaghetti Junction);
- Take the North Coast N2 Stanger left off-ramp and travel on the N2 for approximately 15 km;
- Take the M41 Umhlanga / Mt Edgecombe turnoff;
- At traffic lights, turn right over the bridge and continue on M41 for approximately 1 km;
- Take M12 Umhlanga Rocks Drive offramp, turn left at traffic lights and follow M12 Umhlanga Rocks Drive for approximately 4 km, until reaching Umhlanga Village;
- Travel down Lighthouse Road towards the lighthouse;
- The Oyster Box is on the right.

Directions from the King Shaka Airport:

- Exit out the airport to the left onto the R102, proceed on the R102 until the Umhlanga Ridge off-ramp;
- Take the Umhlanga Ridge off-ramp and turn left (this will be onto Umhlanga Rocks Drive);
- Keep on the right lane and pass the MacDonald’s and the Umhlanga Hospital, which is on the left;
- At the second traffic circle, go around it and come down towards the sea on Lighthouse Road;
- Drive all the way down the hill . At the four-way stop, take the right fork and the entrance to The Oyster Box is on the right.

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