Beautifully designed garden-facing Loft Rooms are available as stand-alone accommodation, or in combination with a Superior Garden Villa. Each room is individually and superbly decorated with magnificent 4 poster king size beds and ample space for guests to feel at home in legendary luxury.

Our elegant Classic Rooms all overlook the hotel’s lush and tranquil gardens for a peaceful view into what can only be described as the hotel’s private oasis.

Each one of our Classic Sea Facing Rooms has a balcony that overlooks Umhlanga’s iconic lighthouse and the breathtaking coastline.

Luxury Sea Facing Rooms, each with a balcony that opens onto views of Umhlanga’s iconic lighthouse and breathtaking coastline. All rooms include a bathroom with double vanities and a spacious separate shower.

Our beautifully appointed Cabanas, situated on the lower ground level with individual terraces, offer exceptional views of the water’s edge. Within these lovely cabanas guests can enjoy sleeping peacefully on luxurious king size four poster beds.

At The Oyster Box an incredible level of care and consideration has been put into providing exceptional levels of comfort for families. With this in mind we are pleased to offer five private Family rooms, each with a master bedroom along with an additional second bedroom (four with bunk beds and one loft with two single beds) for the smaller members of the family.

The Chukka Bar is full of authentic, Old World charm , with pictures of polo players and long-handled polo mallets adorning the walls. Sitting in comfortable armchairs or on a leather couch beneath palm fans, relax with a beer or cocktail and exchange travel tales with a mate.

Dark blue walls adorned with vibrant artwork and tables set with white linen and silver candelabras provide a dignified setting the fine dining Grill Room. Along with a world of fresh seafood and succulent meat dishes and an exceptional wine cellar, enjoy signatures like the Oyster Box Crayfish.

The Lighthouse Bar guides guests into an atmosphere complete with traditional Colonial-style furnishings and dark mahogany walls. Unwing to great music and an exotic cocktail poured by a friendly barman, or head to the large terrace for views of breathtaking sunsets the Indian Ocean along Umhlanga beach.

Ideal for casual and family dining, the Ocean Terrace offers panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and a menu of savory Indian cuisine. The popular mild-to-spicy curry buffet showcases authentic Tandoori chicken and signature curry dishes like chicken, prawn and Durban lamb. A full English breakfast buffet as well as a la carte menus are available.

Soak up the luxurious tranquility of the celebrated Oyster Bar while overlooking the pool and Indian Ocean. This is the perfect haven to enjoy fresh oysters served on a bed of ice accompanied by a glass (or two) of chilled champagne. along with other tempting menu items and a full bar.

A traditional English Tea is served daily in the bright, open-air courtyard at the Palm Court. Tea-takers can choose from a vast selection of blends as well as finger sandwiches, pastries and house-made scones and mini-cakes. This charming venue is also popular for casual dinners or catching-up with friends over cocktails.

One of the most beautiful spots in the Spa, overlooking the gardens, the Plunge Pool incorporates water jets at the optimal temperature for rebalancing the body’s metabolism; use of the plunge pool is available to all guests as part of your treatment. Decorative ceramic artwork by Jane Du Rand, can be seen in the pool area and throughout The Spa.

We are dedicated to restoring beauty and balance through individual treatments and spa journeys, personalised for each of our guests by exceptionally skilled therapists. Our commitment to wellbeing focuses on holistic principles, combining ancient wisdom and modern expertise.