Red Carnation Hotels

LEGENDARY COLONIAL ELEGANCE WITH CONTEMPORARY LUXURY AND STYLE

From the moment the Oyster Box opened its doors in 1947 the hotel rapidly became one of Africa's best loved and most distinguished hotels. The combination of colonial charm, impeccable service, lush tropical gardens and breathtaking seaside setting swiftly gained it a reputation that was legendary the world over.

Read a recent review of The Oyster Box by Showcook - a leading food,travel and wine portal featuring some of the most exotic destinations the world has to offer.

This iconic landmark has been lovingly refurbished to offer guests a vibrantly contemporary experience, whilst still evoking feelings, memories, and the warm nostalgia of days gone by. Meticulous attention to detail ensures that former guests will be delighted to discover the old glory has not just been retained, but carefully enhanced. All of the warm hospitality and gracious elegance which guests so fondly remember are harmoniously blended with a wealth of modern facilities and contemporary touches to satisfy today's most discerning of tourist, business person and honeymoon couple.

The Oyster Box, like its famous lighthouse, once again acts as a beacon of exceptional hospitality, luxurious accommodation and personal service unmatched in all Africa and the world at large.

The setting, the architecture, the décor, the cuisine – everything conspires to create a magical experience that affords a wealth of exceptionally pleasurable experiences and warm memories. Whether it's a complimentary glass of Oyster Box's signature iced tea which welcomes you on arrival, a relaxing treatment in the beautifully designed Oyster Box Spa, the way your children and pets are made to feel immediately at home, the chef's inspired selection of culinary delights, complimentary transfers to the nearby shopping centre, or that long cool cocktail on the Oyster Bar terrace at the end of another blissful day under African skies, there’s no shortage of special moments you’ll fondly remember for a lifetime.

"The Oyster Box Hotel in Umhlanga reopens in October after an extensive two-year renovation which is expected to catapult it into the "A list" of South African Hotels. 'For those who remember the Old Oyster Box, there are sure to be a number of nostalgic moments when elements of the previous building are recognised. Each of these has been innovatively woven into the fabric of the elegant, modern, new property' said General Manager, Wayne Coetzer." - The Mercury