The Oyster Box

“Proposal Experience Dinner”

Veron was an amazing host and super friendly. He was so patient with me and my fiancé during our proposal and treated us with the utmost care and attention to detail making conversation along the way. We are extremely thankful we had him as our private attendant throughout the evening. Thank you.

“Extraordinary place with best in class service!”

Partner and I spent 3 nights here from Christmas Eve Eve to Boxing Day and we were mighty impressed with not only the festive feel and grandeur of the hotel but the absolutely impeccable service that came with it! Upon arrival the Durban weather was not playing ball but our dampened spirits (and … more

Partner and I spent 3 nights here from Christmas Eve Eve to Boxing Day and we were mighty impressed with not only the festive feel and grandeur of the hotel but the absolutely impeccable service that came with it! Upon arrival the Durban weather was not playing ball but our dampened spirits (and clothes) were completely left at the door of the hotel! Concierge grabbed our bags and offered us some bubbles, friendly chat and a seamless check-in while a real-life Santa Claus was keeping kids happy as they waited for a present. We were even greeted by the hotel’s 19 year old cat Skabanga who is a bit of a legend around the place and exceptionally cute! Christmas songs played in the lobby and decorations including a huge homemade gingerbread house complete pic’n’mix sweet station meant we immediately felt the festive vibe despite being 1000s of miles away from our families back in the UK. Hotel has a colonial style with an impressive restaurant terrace overlooking a decent size pool and beach complete with a lighthouse. uMlangha beachfront is beautiful with waves a plenty… good for body boarding! There’s a spa area and second swimming pool which both look equally inviting. We didn’t have time to squeeze in a massage as they were fully booked at times we were available, but heard rave reviews about them from other guests. Top floor bar in the hotel has an extensive cocktail menu which we took advantage of for sundowners every night before dinner. Also comes with a complementary tri-dish of snacks - nuts, Bombay mix and roasted corn - always a nice touch. We also stayed up here playing virtual board games on Christmas Day since a board game is much of our Xmas tradition. We also enjoyed drinks in the ground floor bar which is feels a bit more formal but suited us as a place to enjoy a drink (although saw people eating what looked like a delicious array of sushi in here) before Christmas Eve Dinner at the Grill. The Grill was lovely, ample food (6 course menu), highly recommend the lamb dish (lamb 2 ways of which one was in a sausage roll). George the wine sommelier looked after us well - chatted to us about his journey with wine over the years and even took us down into the wine cellar. He recommended a good bottle of red to accompany our meal. But it was the buffet restaurant that stole the show for us! We had Christmas lunch here on Christmas Day! The menu was extensive and the food was exceptional especially the roast beef! We had ALL the trimmings and several trips back up the buffet to try what we couldn’t fit on our plate the first time around meant we were suitably stuffed as one should be on Christmas Day! But then came the trip to the cheese and dessert section! It was stunning! Everything from Christmas Pudding and Mince pies to trifles, pastries, cakes, macarooons, soft serve ice cream with a plethora of toppings and a chocolate fountain! We also paid a visit to the buffet on Xmas Eve Eve but didn’t eat because we had a restaurant booked and it looked and smelt equally as good with various different curries! I really want to come back just to try it. Breakfasts were also served in the buffet which included everything from oysters, pastries, waffles to a full cooked breakfast. You could also order from the hot menu! Again service everywhere from restaurant and bar areas to poolside was nothing short of top notch! We even paid a visit to the hotels cinema to watch a Christmas movie where there was sweets and popcorn! Our entire experience was fabulous! Thank you to all who make the Oyster Box such a phenomenal place to spend a special occasion! Even the weather picked up in time for Christmas! We’ll be back with family on our travels to SA again! Tip: Looking to eat externally from the hotel one night! Highly recommend Lord Prawn for an opulent seafood platter!

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“AMAZING EXPERIENCE”

We had our year end function; the whole experience was amazing. The food and staff the attention to detail. I love the Oyster box. Also, the banqueting lady that was assisting me, Sam V was so great!! Definitely coming back here with my family.

“Exceptional Stay at OBH”

We were lucky enough to stay at this spectacular property again after last being here 3 years ago. What makes this particular property so special is not just the gorgeous setting and beauty interior, the true heros are the exceptional staff. Each and everyone from Housekeeping to food and bevera… more

We were lucky enough to stay at this spectacular property again after last being here 3 years ago. What makes this particular property so special is not just the gorgeous setting and beauty interior, the true heros are the exceptional staff. Each and everyone from Housekeeping to food and beverage to the incredible staff at the pool all go above and beyond to ensure that you have the most exceptional time. We have been lucky enough to travel extensively around the world and stay in some of the most highly rated hotels but The Oysterbox for us remains our favourite. Luxury is how guests are made to feel. A special mention must go to Jameel, Hafeeza in food and beverage, Robert at the pool and the lovely Cecilia in Housekeeping. The food throughout all the outlets were outstanding. Keep it up, you guys are keeping the South African hospitality game at the very top!

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