The Distinguished Oyster Box Hotel

Situated overlooking the historical and famous landmark, the Umhlanga lighthouse, The Oyster Box Hotel has long been one of South Africa’s safari tours' best-loved and most distinguished hotels.

Standing proud on Umhlanga’s beachfront, directly on the beach and overlooking the Indian Ocean, the 86-room Oyster Box, is one of South Africa’s best-loved hotels. Renowned for generous hospitality, attentive service and exceptional cuisine, The Oyster Box offers all the colonial charm and nostalgia of a bygone era, but with all the modern comfort and amenities.

Ideally situated on the ocean’s edge, Oyster Box is a brief 5 minutes walk from the Umhlanga Village Centre. The Oyster Box Hotel is also conveniently located for quick and easy access to the Afro-chic Durban city centre, King Shaka International Airport and numerous stylish shopping centre. It, however, retains a feeling of classical charm and elegance like nowhere else on earth.

Nearby tourist attractions of immense interest to travellers include Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Ushaka Marine World, Sun Coast casino, the historical Natal Midlands and majestic Drakensberg Mountains, as well as excellent big-5 game parks, lodges and historical battlefields.

With 86 luxurious rooms, suites and villas to choose from, The Oyster Box meets the individual needs of every visitor. Whether you’re travelling for business or leisure, a family group or solo, each room is superbly designed to provide the utmost comfort and style at your home away from home.

Feel free to pick up the phone or pop us an email, and we can help you to plan your bespoke South African Safari Holiday with us – and by doing so, help us to support those most in need on the ground.