The Oyster Box | Hotel in Umhlanga

| 9.6 (303 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Umhlanga Hotel | The Oyster Box

Hotel in Umhlanga

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
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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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobes
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Pillow menu
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bed sheets
  • Premium bedding
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Free newspapers
  • Slippers
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Desk
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • LED light bulbs
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Turndown service
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
Breakfast
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM: ZAR 695 for adults and ZAR 695 for children
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee/tea filters (reusable)
  • Free bottled water
  • Champagne service
  • Minibar
Parking
  • Area shuttle
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Accessibility
  • In-room accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Activities
  • Fishing
  • Horse riding
  • Windsurfing
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Fitness center
  • Wine tasting room
  • Private picnics
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
Entertainment
  • Satellite channels
  • 43-inch Smart TV
  • Premium channels
General
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Library
  • Elevator
  • Banquet hall
  • Front-desk safe
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • French
  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Afrikaans
  • Spanish
  • Zulu
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Romance packages available
  • Reusable cups only
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Beach towels
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • Local artist showcase
  • Couples dining
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • TV in lobby
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Vegan dining options
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
Guest Services
  • Highchair
  • Children's toys
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Laundry facilities
  • Children's games
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free children's club
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Concierge services
  • Turndown service
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach loungers
  • Terrace
  • Picnic area
  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Patio
Spa
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Facials
  • Massage - prenatal
  • Turkish bath/hammam
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy

Policies

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
A late check-out fee will be charged check-out before 11:00 am late check-out subject to availability
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
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
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 minimum spring break check-in age is 18 years old 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

AJ
Jan 17, 2026 06:31:20 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Everything about this hotel was excellent
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
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, Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 11, Sea view, Bathtub or shower, Square meters - 36, Square feet - 388, Number of bathrooms - 1, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, 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

Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Number of bedrooms - 1, Sea view, Pets not allowed, Square feet - 592, Extra bed count 1, Square meters - 55, Number of bathrooms - 1, Private bathroom, Separate bathtub and shower, Ping - 17, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Deluxe Sea Facing Suite (King/Twin)
Room Size: 818 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Deluxe Sea Facing Suite (King/Twin)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Number of bedrooms - 1, Sea view, Ping - 23, Pets not allowed, Extra bed count 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Square meters - 76, Private bathroom, Separate bathtub and shower, Bathroom grab bars, Square feet - 818, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Classic Garden Room (Non-Sea Facing King/Twin)
Room Size: 344 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Classic Garden Room (Non-Sea Facing King/Twin)

General

Square meters - 32, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Garden view, Pets not allowed, Bathtub or shower, Square feet - 344, Ping - 9.67, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 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

Number of bedrooms - 0, Wheelchair-width doorways, Grab bar - in bathtub, Square feet - 388, Extra bed count 1, Lowered locks/deadbolt, Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom, Separate bathtub and shower, Low-height bed, Bathroom emergency pull cord, Height-adjusted amenities, Bed count minimum 1, Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Low-height counters/sink, Ping - 11, Sea view, Pets not allowed, Square meters - 36, Wheelchair accessible, Number of bathrooms - 1, Accessible bathtub, Lowered peephole/view port in door, Private bathroom, Bathroom grab bars, 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
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