Overview & Rates

Location	Umhlanga Rocks, KwaZulu-Natal
Malaria area	No
Getting there	5 ½ hour drive from Johannesburg Schedule flight: Johannesburg / Cape Town to Durban 25 min drive from King Shaka International Airport
Total number of rooms	84 rooms in total
Type of accommodation	Classic Rooms 8 elegant classic rooms, all overlooking the hotel’s lush, tranquil gardens. Classic Sea Facing Rooms 17 Classic Sea Facing Rooms, each with a balcony that opens onto views of Umhlanga’s iconic lighthouse and breathtaking coastline. Luxury Sea Facing Rooms 27 Luxury Sea Facing Rooms, each with a balcony that opens onto views of Umhlanga iconic lighthouse and breathtaking coastline. Sea Facing Cabanas 8 beautifully appointed Cabanas, each with king-sized four poster beds, all on the lower ground level, boasting an individual spacious balcony terrace and exceptional views. Sea Facing Family Suites 5 private Family Suites, comprising of a Master Bedroom and separate single room or loft for smaller members of the family. Sea Facing Luxury Suites 5 individually decorated Sea Facing comprise one well-appointed bedroom with luxurious separate lounge. Sea Facing Deluxe Suites 2 individually decorated suites, each with one well-appointed bedroom and a luxurious separate lounge. The Deluxe Suites are located on the lower ground level, with their own private plunge pool and terrace. Superior Garden Villas 8 charming Villas set in the hotel gardens all have an inviting private plunge pool, terrace, lounge, bar and an opulent bathroom. 4 of the 8 villas can be converted into a two-bedroomed villa when interconnecting with one of the Garden lofts. Garden Villa Loft 4 comfortable, individually decorated garden-facing Loft Villas, each offering a king-sized four-poster bed and ample space. All Villa Lofts can be converted into two-bedroomed Villa when interconnecting with one of the Superior Garden Villas. The Presidential Suite 1 spacious, stylish suite is divided over two levels and has a private lift. The grand Master Bedroom has a comfortable seating area and intimate personal study. There are His and Hers marble bathrooms, Hers with unparalleled sea views. Other features include a private rim-flow swimming pool, an elegant lounge and tasteful dining room with seating for 10 guests, a bar and a well-equipped kitchen. Elegantly decorated throughout with white timber floors and marble and white Caesar stone. There is also an interconnecting bedroom catering for an additional two persons. The Presidential Classic Room An interconnecting Classic Room with its own separate entrance is incorporated into the Presidential Suite.
Children under 12 years accepted?	Yes – children of all ages

Validity	Classic Room	Classic Sea Facing Room	Luxury Sea Facing
20 July – 31 October 2011	R 3,635.00	R 4,010.00	R 4,460.00
01 November 2011 – 05 January 2012	R 3,725.00	R 4,100.00	R 4,475.00
06 January – 30 April 2012	R 4,025.00	R 4,425.00	R 4,825.00
01 May – 31 October 2012	R 3,925.00	R 4,335.00	R 4,810.00
** IMPORTANT – BLOCK OUT DATES Please note, rates quoted are not applicable over the following date; 27 April – 01 May 2012 05 – 08 May 2012 29 June – 01 July 2012
**SPECIAL OFFERS**
Please call BushBreaks for additional luxury room category prices (Suites, Cabanas & Villas) – 0861 00 44 55 Pay for 3, stay for 4 night specials are available 06 January – 31 October 2012! Applicable to Classic, Classic Sea facing, Luxury Sea Facing & Garden Villa Lofts. Pay for 2, stay for 3 night specials are available 06 January – 31 October 2012! Only applicable to Cabanas, Suites & Villas Heavenly Honeymoon packages are available on request
** Surcharges will apply over Easter, holiday periods & long weekends

• Luxury accommodation
• Breakfast
• 14% VAT

• There is a nightly reduction of R100 per room per night for single occupancy

• Check in time is 14h00 & thereafter
• Check out time is up to 11h00
• Rates exclude a 1% tourism levy
• The hotel offers a complimentary scheduled transfer service to and from the Gateway Theatre of shopping between 08h00 & 20h00 seven days a week.

About The Lodge

Originally opened in 1947, The Oyster Box has long been one of Africa’s best-loved and most distinguished hotels, with an abundance of colonial charm and a breathtaking seaside setting.

Standing majestically on Umhlanga’s prestigious beachfront near Durban, with sweeping views of the Indian Ocean, lush landscaped tropical gardens and direct beach access, this legendary hotel occupies a special place in the hearts of countless guests who have enjoyed its warm, caring service and relaxed elegance.

The new owners, The red Carnation Hotel Collection, have gone to extraordinary lengths to preserve the original character, texture, environment and allure of The Oyster Box, following two years of meticulous planning, delicate craftsmanship and time-honoring restoration. All of the colonial charm has been lovingly preserved, yet interweaves essential modern touches of technology to bring this legend into the 21st century and to satisfy today’s most discerning travelers who visit for business or pleasure, with family and friends.

The Oyster Box offers a choice of 86 luxurious rooms and suites to suit the needs of every visitor, each individually and tastefully decorated. The exquisite original hotel tiles, murals, paintings and antique furnishings have been well cared for during the restoration program and dare once again perfectly positioned to enhance the distinctive charm of this grand hotel.

The stylish décor is an elegant combination of natural stones and woods, complemented by soothing, light colors that reflect the different shades of the surrounding ocean and tropical vegetation. The restoration of the gracious establishment includes a collection of paintings by local artists that capture the vibrant culture of the Zulu people. The Oyster Box is proud to incorporate the remarkable work of so many talented artists in the stunning décor of a new hotel.

 

Room Features for all room types:

• Complimentary mineral water, tea and coffee making facilities
• Fresh fruit and flowers in all rooms, plus selection of current magazines and newspapers
• Flat screen satellite TV’s with over 25 channels to choose from
• In-room CD/DVD players
• Deluxe bathroom amenities, luxurious bathrobes and slippers
• Housekeeping service twice daily
• Soap and pillow menus
• Two direct dial telephone lines with voicemail
• Complimentary high speed WiFi
• Heated towel rails
• Well stocked minibars
• Beach gear – sun umbrellas, beach bags, balls, bats and suntan lotion

Hotel Features

• The Grill room
• The Ocean Terrace
• The Palm Court Restaurant
• The Chukka Bar
• The Lighthouse bar
• The Oyster Bar
• The Wine Cellar
• Spa
• Private fitness club
• Cold / warm water plunge pool
• 2 swimming pools, including a rim-flow pool with ocean view

• Beach
• Numerous shopping centres
• Ushaka Marine World
• Golf Courses
• Moses Madiba Soccer Stadium
• Drakensberg Mountains
• Historical battlefields
• Game Parks

Map & Directions

Distance:

From Johannesburg and the N3

• Continue along the N3 (546km)
• Take the N2 /North coast / Stanger off-ramp (17.2km)
• Take exit 182 toward M41 / Umhlanga (600m)
• Turn right toward M12 / Umhlanga Rocks Dr (1km)
• Take the exit toward M12 / Umhlanga Rocks Dr (450m)
• Turn left onto M12 / Umhlanga Rocks Dr (750m)
• Go through one roundabout
• At the next roundabout, take the 3rd exit (turning right) once you have turned, you are still on Umhlanga Rocks Dr / M12 (1.3km)
• Continue onto McCausland Crescent (300m)
• Turn right as the road forks onto Lighthouse Rd (72m)
• The entrance to The Oyster Box will be on your right

From The South Coast (N2 Northbound)

• From the N2 Northbound
• Take exit 182 toward M41 / Umhlanga (600m)
• Turn right toward M12 / Umhlanga Rocks Dr (1km)
• Take the exit toward M12 / Umhlanga Rocks Dr (450m)
• Turn left onto M12 / Umhlanga Rocks Dr (750m)
• Go through one roundabout
• At the next roundabout, take the 3rd exit (turning right) once you have turned, you are still on Umhlanga Rocks Dr / M12 (1.3km)
• Continue onto McCausland Crescent (300m)
• Turn right as the road forks onto Lighthouse Rd (72m)
• The entrance to The Oyster Box will be on your right

From King Shaka International Airport (18.7kms)

• Exit the airport and follow the signs to the N2 (2.8km)
• Turn left at D144 / Mdloti St (3.2km)
• Take off-ramp onto N2 (3.7km)
• You will drive through a road toll (cost of R 4.00 – subject to change)
• Take exit 190 onto M27 / Umhloti Link toward Umhloti (1.1km)
• Turn right onto M4 / Leo Boyd Highway (7.1km)
• Go straight through one roundabout
• Take exit 2 toward M12 / Umhlanga Rocks Dr
• Turn left at McCausland Crescent (300m)
• Turn right as the road forks onto Lighthouse Rd (72m)
• The entrance to The Oyster Box will be on your right