The Oyster Box | Hotel in Durban
Hotel in Umhlanga, Durban
Overlooking the iconic Umhlanga Lighthouse and Indian Ocean, The Oyster Box is a 5-star hotel offering timeless luxury and comfort as part of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection. Guests can enjoy elegantly appointed rooms, suites, and villas—some with private patios or plunge pools—each with handcrafted furnishings, complimentary Wi-Fi, and thoughtful amenities. Dining includes The Ocean Terrace, known for its famous curry and seafood buffets; The Grill Room, offering fine dining in a classic setting; and three distinctive bars: The Oyster Bar, the vintage-style Chukka Bar, and the rooftop Lighthouse Bar with panoramic ocean views. With two swimming pools, a serene spa, a private cinema, and a well-equipped gym, the hotel is ideal for both relaxation and celebration. Just steps from Umhlanga Village and the beach, the hotel is family-friendly, pet-friendly, and perfectly suited for honeymoons, group getaways, and memorable occasions. Free private parking is available.
The Oyster Box is located in Durban.
This 12 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Wheelchair Accessible, Private Beach, Security/Safety, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 921 reviews with the average score of 9.4 . Coming to Durban and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.
You can check the reviews and description of this 12 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Durban. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.
This The Oyster Box in Durban is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “The Oyster Box”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.
Amenities
Facility Overview
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Wine/Champagne
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Special diet meals (on request)
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Snack bar
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Breakfast in the room
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Bar
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Kids' meals
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Restaurant
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Coffee house on site
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Kid-friendly buffet
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Accessible parking
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Free parking
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Parking
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Parking on site
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Toilet with grab rails
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Wheelchair accessible
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Raised toilet
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Lowered sink
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Massage
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Windsurfing
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Horseback riding
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Tour or class about local culture
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Foot massage
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Fitness center
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Spa lounge/Relaxation area
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Fishing
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Cooking class
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Beach
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Spa facilities
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Back massage
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Live sports events (broadcast)
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Evening entertainment
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Movie nights
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Stand-up comedy
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Kids' club
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Hand massage
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Snorkeling
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Fitness
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Neck massage
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Themed dinners
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Private beach area
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Game drives
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Turkish/Steam Bath
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Couples' massage
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Playground
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Live music/Performance
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Bar crawls
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Spa/Wellness packages
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Locker rooms
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Full-body massage
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Diving
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Beachfront
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Spa and wellness center
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Head massage
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Outdoor play equipment for kids
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Indoor play area
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Board games/Puzzles
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Heating
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Safe
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Wifi in all areas
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Air conditioning
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Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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Smoke-free property
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Facilities for disabled guests
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Elevator
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Designated smoking area
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Meeting/Banquet facilities
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Airport shuttle (additional charge)
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Laundry
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Fax/Photocopying
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Dry cleaning
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Car rental
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Babysitting/Child services
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24-hour front desk
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Valet parking
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Strollers
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Airport shuttle
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Shuttle service
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Packed lunches
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Tour desk
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Concierge
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Shuttle service (additional charge)
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Daily housekeeping
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Baggage storage
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Pet bowls
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Room service
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Ironing service
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Invoice provided
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Free Wifi
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Wifi
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Internet
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Outdoor pool
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Garden
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Sun deck
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Outdoor pool (year-round)
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Terrace
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24-hour security
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Key card access
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CCTV outside property
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CCTV in common areas
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Fire extinguishers
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Smoke alarms
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Security alarm
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Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
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Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
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Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
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Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
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Breakfast to-go containers
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Delivered food covered securely
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All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
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Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
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Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
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First aid kits available
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Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
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Thermometers for guests provided by property
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Face masks for guests available
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Access to healthcare professionals
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Contactless check-in/out
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Physical distancing rules followed
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Cashless payment available
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Infinity pool
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Swimming pool toys
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Beach umbrellas
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Pool bar
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Beach chairs/Loungers
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Shallow end
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Swimming pool
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Pool with view
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Airport drop-off
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Airport pickup
Policies
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. the property will contact you after you book to provide instructions, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Reviews
Room Arrangement
| Room Info | Facilities |
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Classic Room
Room Type:
Triple
Room Size:
32 m2
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Food & DrinkTea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of waterBathroomBath, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bath or shower, Slippers, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet paperGeneralHeating, Key card access, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Fan, Safety deposit boxMedia & TechnologyCable channels, Streaming service (like Netflix), Satellite channels, TV, TelephoneServicesWake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clockLiving AreaDeskInternetWireless internetBedroomCribs, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensKitchenCoffee machine, Wine glassesRoom amenitiesAdapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillowAccessibilityAccessible by elevator |
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Luxury Room with Sea View
Room Type:
Double
Room Size:
31 m2
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Food & DrinkTea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of waterBathroomBath, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bath or shower, Slippers, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet paperGeneralHeating, Key card access, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Interconnected room(s) available, Fan, Safety deposit boxMedia & TechnologyCable channels, Streaming service (like Netflix), Satellite channels, TV, TelephoneServicesWake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clockOutdoorsBalconyLiving AreaDeskInternetWireless internetViewView, Sea viewBedroomCribs, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensKitchenCoffee machine, Wine glassesRoom amenitiesAdapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillowAccessibilityAccessible by elevator |
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Classic Room with Sea View
Room Type:
Double
Room Size:
27 m2
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Food & DrinkTea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of waterBathroomBath, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bath or shower, Slippers, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet paperGeneralHeating, Key card access, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Fan, Safety deposit boxMedia & TechnologyCable channels, Streaming service (like Netflix), Satellite channels, TV, TelephoneServicesWake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clockOutdoorsBalconyLiving AreaDeskInternetWireless internetViewView, Sea viewBedroomCribs, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensKitchenCoffee machine, Wine glassesRoom amenitiesAdapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillowAccessibilityAccessible by elevator |
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Superior Garden Villa
Room Type:
Suite
Room Size:
105 m2
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Food & DrinkTea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of waterBathroomBath, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bath or shower, Slippers, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Shower, Additional toilet, Hairdryer, Toilet paperGeneralHeating, Key card access, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Fan, Safety deposit boxMedia & TechnologyCable channels, Streaming service (like Netflix), Satellite channels, TV, TelephoneServicesWake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clockLiving AreaDeskOutdoorsPatioInternetWireless internetViewView, Garden viewBedroomCribs, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensKitchenCoffee machine, Wine glassesAccessibilityAccessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs onlyPool and SpaPlunge pool, Pool towelsRoom amenitiesAdapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow |
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Sea Facing Cabana
Room Type:
Triple
Room Size:
36 m2
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Food & DrinkTea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of waterBathroomBath, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bath or shower, Slippers, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet paperGeneralHeating, Key card access, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Fan, Safety deposit boxMedia & TechnologyCable channels, Streaming service (like Netflix), Satellite channels, TV, TelephoneServicesWake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clockLiving AreaDeskOutdoorsPatioInternetWireless internetViewView, Sea viewBedroomCribs, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensKitchenCoffee machine, Wine glassesAccessibilityAccessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floorRoom amenitiesAdapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow |
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Family Room with Sea View
Room Type:
Suite
Room Size:
36 m2
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Food & DrinkTea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of waterBathroomBath, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bath or shower, Slippers, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet paperGeneralHeating, Key card access, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Fan, Safety deposit boxMedia & TechnologyCable channels, Streaming service (like Netflix), Satellite channels, TV, TelephoneServicesWake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clockOutdoorsBalconyLiving AreaDeskInternetWireless internetViewView, Sea viewBedroomCribs, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensKitchenCoffee machine, Wine glassesAccessibilityUpper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevatorRoom amenitiesAdapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow |
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Sea Facing Luxury Suite
Room Type:
Suite
Room Size:
55 m2
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Food & DrinkTea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of waterBathroomBath, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bath or shower, Slippers, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet paperGeneralHeating, Key card access, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Fan, Safety deposit boxMedia & TechnologyCable channels, Streaming service (like Netflix), Satellite channels, TV, TelephoneServicesWake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clockOutdoorsBalconyLiving AreaDeskInternetWireless internetViewView, Sea viewBedroomCribs, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensKitchenCoffee machine, Wine glassesAccessibilityUpper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevatorRoom amenitiesAdapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow |
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Deluxe Suite with Sea View
Room Type:
Suite
Room Size:
78 m2
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Food & DrinkTea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of waterBathroomBath, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bath or shower, Slippers, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Shower, Additional toilet, Hairdryer, Toilet paperGeneralHeating, Key card access, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Fan, Safety deposit boxMedia & TechnologyCable channels, Streaming service (like Netflix), Satellite channels, TV, TelephoneServicesWake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clockLiving AreaDeskOutdoorsPatioInternetWireless internetViewView, Sea viewBedroomCribs, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensKitchenCoffee machine, Wine glassesAccessibilityAccessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floorPool and SpaPlunge pool, Pool towelsRoom amenitiesAdapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow |
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Garden-Facing Loft Room
Room Type:
Triple
Room Size:
64 m2
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Food & DrinkTea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of waterBathroomBath, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bath or shower, Slippers, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet paperGeneralHeating, Key card access, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Fan, Safety deposit boxMedia & TechnologyCable channels, Streaming service (like Netflix), Satellite channels, TV, TelephoneServicesWake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clockOutdoorsBalconyLiving AreaDeskInternetWireless internetViewView, Garden viewBedroomCribs, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensKitchenCoffee machine, Wine glassesAccessibilityUpper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevatorRoom amenitiesAdapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow |
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Suite
Room Type:
Suite
Room Size:
450 m2
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Food & DrinkTea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of waterBathroomBath, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bath or shower, Slippers, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet paperGeneralHeating, Key card access, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Fan, Safety deposit boxMedia & TechnologyCable channels, Streaming service (like Netflix), Satellite channels, TV, TelephoneServicesWake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clockOutdoorsBalcony, PatioLiving AreaDeskInternetWireless internetViewView, Sea viewBedroomCribs, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensKitchenCoffee machine, Dining table, Wine glassesAccessibilityUpper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevatorRoom amenitiesAdapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow |
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Double Room
Room Type:
Triple
Room Size:
36 m2
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Food & DrinkTea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of waterBathroomBath, Toilet, Free toiletries, Towels, Slippers, Conditioner, Shower cap, Body soap, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet paperGeneralHeating, Key card access, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Fan, Safety deposit boxMedia & TechnologyCable channels, Streaming service (like Netflix), Satellite channels, TV, TelephoneServicesWake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clockLiving AreaDeskInternetWireless internetViewView, Sea viewBedroomCribs, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensKitchenCoffee machine, Wine glassesAccessibilityUpper floors accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevatorRoom amenitiesAdapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow |
FAQ's
Is this property pet-friendly for guests?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
What time is check-in & check-out at property?
Check-in time for The Oyster Box starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
Does the property 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 property?
Best-rates for the The Oyster Box starts from $842 per night with includes Accessibility, Business Services, Bar, Guest Services, Air Conditioner, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Parking, Ocean View, Transportation/Shuttle, Restaurant, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry, Pet Friendly, Pool, Wheelchair Accessible, Private Beach, Security/Safety, Spa, Breakfast, Heating, Designated Smoking Area, TV, View, Oceanfront with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is property 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 property 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 property?
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 property?
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.
