When you stay at The Oyster Box in Umhlanga, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Gateway Theatre of Shopping and Umhlanga Rocks Beach. This beach hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve and 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Umdloti Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 86 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

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Property Details

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a health club, and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

Proposal/romance packages available
Grey water recycling system
Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
Parking (limited spaces)
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 3
Number of poolside bars - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 2
Wheelchair accessible parking
Tours/ticket assistance
Comprehensive food waste policy
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Vegan menu options available
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Vegetarian menu options available
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Horse riding nearby
Handrails in stairways
Handrails in hallways
Conference center
Wheelchairs available on site
Electric car charging station
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Laundry facilities
Children's club (free)
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Supervised childcare/activities (free)
Double-glazing on all windows
Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
Tasting room
Showcase for local artists
Banquet hall
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Television in common areas
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Arcade/game room
Picnic area
Garden
Free newspapers in lobby
Wedding services
Beach towels
Water-efficient toilets only
Private picnics
Couples/private dining
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Business center
24-hour front desk
Library
Housekeeping on request
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Terrace
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Gift shops or newsstand
Comprehensive recycling policy
Airport transportation
No single-use plastic straws
Pool umbrellas
No single-use plastic soda bottles
Number of meeting rooms - 1
No single-use plastic stirrers
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Biodegradable/compostable straws
No single-use plastic water bottles
Shared refrigerator
Designated smoking areas
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Turkish bath/Hammam
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Food and water bowls
Beach umbrellas
Meeting rooms
Windsurfing nearby
Spa treatment room(s)
Health club
Internet access in public areas - high speed
Full-service spa
Children's toys
Children's games
Number of restaurants - 2
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Snack bar/deli
Sauna
Free self parking
Free valet parking
Beach sun loungers
Computer station
Pool sun loungers
Wheelchair accessible path of travel

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until anytime. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Other details

Enjoy Indian cuisine at The Ocean Terrace, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Umhlanga Lighthouse - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Umhlanga Main Beach - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Umhlanga Hospital - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Mount Edgecombe Country Club - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Sibaya Casino - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi
Beachwood Golf Course - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Japanese Gardens - 9.7 km / 6 mi
Umdloti Beach - 10.1 km / 6.3 mi
Durban Beach - 11.5 km / 7.2 mi
Golden Mile - 11.6 km / 7.2 mi
The preferred airport for The Oyster Box is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 17.6 km / 10.9 mi

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Up to 12 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Resort fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Breakage deposit: ZAR 1000 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Other charges

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 495 for adults and ZAR 495 for children
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 510 per vehicle (one-way)
Pet deposit: ZAR 1000 per night
Pet fee: ZAR 1000 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 495.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal 4320, South Africa

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