The Oyster Box | Hotel in Umhlanga, South Africa

| 9.6 (312 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Umhlanga Hotel | The Oyster Box

Hotel with Wellness Facilities, TV and View

Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at The Oyster Box's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants.
Housekeeping is available on request.
The Oyster Box offers 86 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This uMhlanga hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.


2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a health club and a sauna.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga, 4320, South Africa

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
ParkingParking
PoolPool
Designated Smoking AreaDesignated Smoking Area
TVTV
ViewView
Wheelchair AccessibleWheelchair Accessible
Ocean ViewOcean View
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
AccessibilityAccessibility
Business ServicesBusiness Services
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
Bedding/LinensBedding/Linens
Wellness FacilitiesWellness Facilities
SpaSpa
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
ToiletriesToiletries
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
BreakfastBreakfast
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
KitchenKitchen
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BathroomsBathrooms
  • TowelsTowels
  • ShampooShampoo
  • Free toiletriesFree toiletries
  • Hair dryerHair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • BathrobesBathrobes
  • SoapSoap
  • Toilet paperToilet paper
BedroomBedroom
  • Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Free cribs/infant bedsFree cribs/infant beds
  • Pillow menuPillow menu
  • Premium beddingPremium bedding
  • Ceiling fanCeiling fan
  • Hypo-allergenic beddingHypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheetsBed sheets
  • Access via exterior corridorsAccess via exterior corridors
  • DeskDesk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • SafeSafe
  • Water-efficient toilets onlyWater-efficient toilets only
  • Restaurant dining guideRestaurant dining guide
  • Laptop-friendly workspaceLaptop-friendly workspace
  • Turndown serviceTurndown service
  • Guidebooks/recommendationsGuidebooks/recommendations
  • Desk chairDesk chair
  • SlippersSlippers
  • Energy-saving switchesEnergy-saving switches
  • PhonePhone
  • LED light bulbsLED light bulbs
  • Free newspapersFree newspapers
  • Electrical adapters/chargersElectrical adapters/chargers
BreakfastBreakfast
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar3 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service24-hour room service
  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM: ZAR 695 for adults and ZAR 695 for childrenFull breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM: ZAR 695 for adults and ZAR 695 for children
  • Electric kettleElectric kettle
  • Champagne serviceChampagne service
  • Coffee/tea makerCoffee/tea maker
  • Coffee/tea filters (reusable)Coffee/tea filters (reusable)
  • MinibarMinibar
  • Free bottled waterFree bottled water
ParkingParking
  • Electric car charging station on siteElectric car charging station on site
  • Free valet parking on siteFree valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking availableWheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Limited onsite parkingLimited onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on requestAirport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttleArea shuttle
  • Free self parking on siteFree self parking on site
AccessibilityAccessibility
  • In-room accessibilityIn-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sinkLow-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centerWheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parkingWheelchair-accessible parking
  • Handrails in stairwaysHandrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevatorWheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Tile flooring in roomTile flooring in room
  • Handrails in hallwaysHandrails in hallways
  • Wheelchairs available on siteWheelchairs available on site
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible loungeWheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible airport shuttleAccessible airport shuttle
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge deskWheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spaWheelchair-accessible spa
  • ElevatorElevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travelWheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Grab bar near toiletGrab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seatRaised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurantWheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration deskWheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centerWheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible poolWheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroomWheelchair-accessible public washroom
ActivitiesActivities
  • WindsurfingWindsurfing
  • FishingFishing
  • Horse ridingHorse riding
  • 2 outdoor pools2 outdoor pools
  • Private picnicsPrivate picnics
  • Wine tasting roomWine tasting room
  • Fitness centerFitness center
  • Full-service spaFull-service spa
  • Arcade/game roomArcade/game room
  • SaunaSauna
EntertainmentEntertainment
  • 43-inch Smart TV43-inch Smart TV
  • Premium channelsPremium channels
  • Satellite channelsSatellite channels
GeneralGeneral
  • Conference centerConference center
  • Meeting roomMeeting room
  • Business centerBusiness center
  • Computer stationComputer station
  • ElevatorElevator
  • Banquet hallBanquet hall
  • LibraryLibrary
  • Front-desk safeFront-desk safe
  • Free newspapers in lobbyFree newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstandGift shop/newsstand
  • FrenchFrench
  • AfrikaansAfrikaans
  • EnglishEnglish
  • ZuluZulu
  • XhosaXhosa
  • SpanishSpanish
  • Shared refrigeratorShared refrigerator
  • Comprehensive food waste policyComprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Vegan dining optionsVegan dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activitiesLocally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourcedAt least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Romance packages availableRomance packages available
  • No plastic coffee stirrersNo plastic coffee stirrers
  • Vegetarian dining optionsVegetarian dining options
  • No plastic soda bottlesNo plastic soda bottles
  • Comprehensive recycling policyComprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking strawsNo plastic drinking straws
  • Couples diningCouples dining
  • Double-glazed windowsDouble-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcaseLocal artist showcase
  • Reusable cups onlyReusable cups only
  • Biodegradable drinking strawsBiodegradable drinking straws
  • Reusable tableware onlyReusable tableware only
  • Beach towelsBeach towels
  • No plastic water bottlesNo plastic water bottles
  • TV in lobbyTV in lobby
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Snack bar/deliSnack bar/deli
  • Children's toysChildren's toys
  • Free cribs/infant bedsFree cribs/infant beds
  • 2 outdoor pools2 outdoor pools
  • HighchairHighchair
  • Children's gamesChildren's games
  • Free supervised childcareFree supervised childcare
  • Laundry facilitiesLaundry facilities
  • Free children's clubFree children's club
  • Babysitting (surcharge)Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Arcade/game roomArcade/game room
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning serviceDry cleaning service
  • Concierge servicesConcierge services
  • Turndown serviceTurndown service
  • Wedding servicesWedding services
  • 24-hour front desk24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistanceTour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilitiesLaundry facilities
  • Porter/bellhopPorter/bellhop
  • Luggage storageLuggage storage
InternetInternet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired InternetAvailable in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFiAvailable in some public areas: Free WiFi
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • Pool umbrellasPool umbrellas
  • Pool sun loungersPool sun loungers
  • GardenGarden
  • TerraceTerrace
  • Picnic areaPicnic area
  • Beachfront locationBeachfront location
  • Beach loungersBeach loungers
  • Beach umbrellasBeach umbrellas
  • PatioPatio
SpaSpa
  • AromatherapyAromatherapy
  • Massage - SwedishMassage - Swedish
  • Couples treatment room(s)Couples treatment room(s)
  • Massage - hot stoneMassage - hot stone
  • Massage/treatment roomsMassage/treatment rooms
  • FacialsFacials
  • Massage - deep-tissueMassage - deep-tissue
  • Spa open dailySpa open daily
  • Body wrapsBody wraps
  • 6 treatment rooms6 treatment rooms
  • Manicures and pedicuresManicures and pedicures
  • Massage - prenatalMassage - prenatal
  • Body scrubsBody scrubs
  • Turkish bath/hammamTurkish bath/hammam

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 pm; check-in end time: anytime early check-in is available for a fee early check-in subject to availability minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged check-out before 11:00 am late check-out subject to availability
Child Policy
Child Policy
Children are welcome. kids stay free! up to 12 children stay free when using existing bedding. rollaway/extra beds are available for zar 950 per night. free cribs (infant beds)!
Payment Policy
Payment Policy
Fee for full breakfast: approximately zar 695 for adults and zar 695 for children airport shuttle fee: zar 1045 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 7) 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 950 per night the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
2 total pets food and water bowls are available pets allowed for an extra charge of zar 1000 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of zar 1000 per night service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
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 property registration number cmp62944 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property uses a grey water recycling system

Reviews

adrian
Mar 22, 2026 06:18:56 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: All perfect
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Junior Cabana (King)
Room Size: 388 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Junior Cabana (King)

General

Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Ping - 11, Sea view, Shower only, Square meters - 36, Square feet - 388, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Presidential Suite
Room Size: 4844 square feet m2
2 King Beds
Presidential Suite

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Separate bathtub and shower, No rollaway/extra beds, Ping - 136, Square feet - 4844, Sea view, Bed count minimum 2, Square meters - 450, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Superior Garden Villa (Non-Sea Facing King/Twin)
Room Size: 1130 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Superior Garden Villa (Non-Sea Facing King/Twin)

General

Square feet - 1130, Pet-friendly room, Private bathroom, Separate bathtub and shower, No rollaway/extra beds, Number of bedrooms - 1, Garden view, Square meters - 105, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Ping - 32
Sea Facing Family Room
Room Size: 388 square feet m2
1 Twin Bed
Sea Facing Family Room

General

Child-size bathrobes, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Ping - 11, Sea view, Bathtub or shower, Square meters - 36, Square feet - 388, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Luxury Sea Facing Suite
Room Size: 592 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Luxury Sea Facing Suite

General

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Private bathroom, Separate bathtub and shower, Ping - 17, Sea view, Pets not allowed, Square feet - 592, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, Square meters - 55
Deluxe Sea Facing Suite (King/Twin)
Room Size: 818 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Deluxe Sea Facing Suite (King/Twin)

General

Square meters - 76, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Private bathroom, Separate bathtub and shower, Bathroom grab bars, Square feet - 818, Sea view, Ping - 23, Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1
Classic Room (Non-Sea Facing King/Twin)
Room Size: 344 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Classic Room (Non-Sea Facing King/Twin)

General

Square meters - 32, Number of living rooms 0, No rollaway/extra beds, Number of bedrooms - 1, Garden view, Pets not allowed, Bathtub or shower, Square feet - 344, Ping - 9.67, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
Classic Sea Facing Room (King/Twin)
Room Size: 291 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Classic Sea Facing Room (King/Twin)

General

Ping - 8, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Square feet - 291, Sea view, Square meters - 27, Pets not allowed, Bathtub or shower, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Luxury Sea Facing Room (King/Twin)
Room Size: 323 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Luxury Sea Facing Room (King/Twin)

General

Ping - 9, Square meters - 30, Private bathroom, Separate bathtub and shower, No rollaway/extra beds, Sea view, Square feet - 323, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Sea Facing Cabana (King)
Room Size: 388 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Sea Facing Cabana (King)

General

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Wheelchair-width doorways, Low-height counters/sink, Ping - 11, Sea view, Pets not allowed, Grab bar - in bathtub, Square meters - 36, Square feet - 388, Wheelchair accessible, Extra bed count 1, Lowered locks/deadbolt, Accessible bathtub, Lowered peephole/view port in door, Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom, Private bathroom, Separate bathtub and shower, Bathroom grab bars, Low-height bed, Bathroom emergency pull cord, Height-adjusted amenities, Bed count minimum 1, Roll-in shower, Bed count maximum 1
Garden Villa Loft (Non-Sea Facing King/Twin)
Room Size: 689 square feet m2
1 Twin Bed
Garden Villa Loft (Non-Sea Facing King/Twin)

General

Square feet - 689, Ping - 19, Square meters - 64, Private bathroom, Separate bathtub and shower, No rollaway/extra beds, Number of bedrooms - 1, Garden view, Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1

FAQ's

Is this The Oyster Box pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the The Oyster Box have a swimming pool?

Yes, this The Oyster Box has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Oyster Box?

Best-rates for the The Oyster Box starts from $481 per night with includes Wellness Facilities, TV, View, Wheelchair Accessible, Ocean View, Toiletries, Internet, Air Conditioner, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Pool, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast, Kitchen, Designated Smoking Area, Spa, Entertainment, Laundry with all other facilities. Casai.co.za matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The Oyster Box a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 5 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Oyster Box wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Oyster Box is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Oyster Box?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Oyster Box indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Oyster Box?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The Oyster Box are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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