The Oyster Box - 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 hotel day starts from hour 14:00 and ends at 11:00.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Please inform 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.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note thatSpecial Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Classic Room with Garden View. Offering quiet views across the hotels landscaped gardens. ;
Luxury Room with Sea View. These Luxury Sea Facing Rooms feature a balcony with views of Umhlanga’s lighthouse and coastline.rooms include a bathroom with double vanity and a spacious separate shower. ;
Classic Room with Sea View. These Classic Sea Facing Rooms have a balcony with views of Umhlangas lighthouse and the coastline. ;
Superior Garden Villa. These garden villa features a private plunge pool, terrace and a seating area with a bar. The luxurious bathroom is fitted with a bath and a shower, and comes with complimentary amenities. The Superior Garden Villas are also pet friendly. Kindly enquire with the hotel for further details. ;
Sea Facing Cabana. These well appointed Cabanas are situated on the lower ground level with individual terraces and views of the water’s edge. They feature a luxurious king size four-poster bed.. ;
Family Room with Sea View. These Family Rooms come with a master bedroom and an additional 2nd bedroom with bunk beds, suitable for children under 12 years of age. ;
Sea Facing Luxury Suite. These individually decorated Sea Facing Suites enjoy magnificent views of the Indian Ocean. They offer a luxurious bedroom with a stylishly decorated and separate lounge area. ;
Deluxe Suite with Sea View. Located on the lower ground level with private plunge pools and terraces, the Deluxe Suites provide guests with luxurious bedrooms and separate lounge areas. ;
Garden-Facing Loft Room. This loft room has a DVD player, bathrobe and CD player. ;
Suite. This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite offers a TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds. ;
Double Room. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned triple room provides a TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.