The Oyster Box is situated overlooking the historical Umhlanga lighthouse on prestigious beachfront near Durban, with views of the Indian Ocean.

There are 86 luxurious and individually designed rooms and suites, some with garden views and others with sea views. All rooms and suites have complimentary mineral water, tea and coffee making facilities, fresh fruit and flowers, a selection of current magazines and books, air conditioning and ceiling fans, flat screen TV movies on demand, in-room CD/DVD players, deluxe L'Occitane bath amenities, bathrobes and slippers, complimentary high speed wi-fi, heated towel rails, well stocked mini bar, in-room safe, beach gear - sun umbrellas, beach bags, balls, bats and suntan lotion – and hairdryers.

The Oyster Box is a few minutes walk from Umhlanga Village Centre, with easy access to Durban, International Airports and numerous shopping centres, including Gateway Theatre of Shopping. Nearby tourist attractions include Ushaka Marine World, the Midlands and Drakensberg Mountains as well as game parks, lodges and historical battlefields. Excellent golf courses, the new Moses Mabia Stadium and casinos are also within easy reach.