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Oyster Box Hotel

5.0 of 5
2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga Rocks 4319, South Africa
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Oyster Box Hotel
Ranked #2 of 19 hotels in Umhlanga Rocks
4.5 of 5 stars 114 Reviews
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  • Grill Room(6)
  • High tea(5)
  • First class(3)
  • Buffet breakfast(3)
  • Indian Ocean(3)
  • Very friendly(3)
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Johannesburg, South Africa
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

The Oysterbox Hotel came highly recommended as THE place to stay when travelling to Umhlanga Rocks or really the general area around Durban, and it did not disappoint. Its location, right by the iconic lighthouse, with beautiful views down the coast of the Durban skyline in the distance, and scenic dunes and greenery a short walk up the beach, is... More

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Harare
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Outstanding service ... decor so far from generic its was mouthwatering ... so much thought and detail in every respect. Loved it! (Skebenga, the tabby cat, in danger of being catnapped - gorgeous!)

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Port Shepstone, South Africa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

A rare combination when a hotel can boast excellence in both leisure and business optics. Well done to the GM Mr Wayne Cotzee and his well trained and professional team.

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Sydney
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012
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I stayed at the Oyster Box hotel for 2 nights and it is absolutely exceptional in every regard. From the outstanding service to beautiful rooms to cosy in-house guest cinema this has to be the best hotel in South Africa. Although room rates are high, the service and quality are in line with the price. It's worth the trip to... More

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sandton
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

I was most impressed with the Oyster Box Hotel and its staff. A number of factors contributed to the service being excellent. I have been travelling with a baby/toddler for four years and have been to New York, Chicago, Rome, and Venice, done a trip round South Africa and been on a Star Clipper cruise through Croatia. Ihave consequently stayed... More

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London
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

From the moment we walked into the hotel lobby we were greeted by an extremely friendly and professional team who made such a good impression. And this impression lasted until we were waved off on our trip around Kwazulu Natal 3 days later. The hotel has this classic colonial feel situated away from the Durban city on a wonderful stretch... More

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Frensham, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012
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My wife and I stayed at The Oyster Box for a couple of days in early March, following excellent experiences at The Twelve Apostles in Cape Town, which is part of the same hotel group. The Oyster Box is beautiful and the rooms sumptuous. There are lots of staff who are very friendly and attentive, but we had a suspicion... More

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Schladming, Austria
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

We spent 4 nights at this hotel and truly enjoyed the experience. The room, though a little small, was beautiful with a sumptuous bed and generously sized bathroom. The public areas are grand and 'overdone' in a good way with walls bedecked with large, colourful artworks by local artists (of varying talent!) which give a festive feeling to the hotel.... More

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Milan, Italy
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73 reviews 73 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Obviously quite pricey, but if you want to have a splash and indulge yourself, no doubt that this is the place to stay . beautiful rooms attentive service , great food , lovely pool , magnificent view

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Ware, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012
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We didn't stay here (although it looks a great place!) - but just called in for "High tea" This is available after 1430 daily and for 150 Rand per person you get a serve-yourself selection of freshly prepared savouries and cakes, as well as juices and good tea selection. Really good value and delicious. Ambience great - complete with a... More

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Address: 2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga Rocks 4319, South Africa
Price range (per night):* 337 AUD - 1,126 AUD

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