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The Oyster Box vs Durban Backpackers - On the Beach
Both Durban Backpackers - On the Beach and The Oyster Box are praised by professional travelers. Overall, The Oyster Box is the choice of most writers compared to Durban Backpackers - On the Beach. The Oyster Box comes in at 88 with approval from 3 reviews such as Fodor's, concierge.com and Condé Nast Traveler.
The Oyster Box
Concierge
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga Rocks 4319, South Africa
From $226 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Concierge
"This 1947 hotel set in lush gardens overlooking the Indian Ocean reopened after a two-year makeover as a long overdue luxury addition to KwaZulu-Natal's tropical northern coast."
Fodor's
"The iconic Oyster Box hotel has achieved a perfect marriage between old colonial and African contemporary style in its luxurious accommodations and offers an eye-popping range of services."
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Condé Nast Traveler
96.4
"This 1947 hotel set in lush gardens overlooking the Indian Ocean reopened after a two-year makeover as a long overdue luxury addition to KwaZulu-Natal’s tropical northern coast."
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Afar Magazine
"For something more on the provincial side, opt for the charming Oyster Box Hotel in Durban, whose rich roots are as interesting as the structure that stands today."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"For chic, ocean-facing luxury you can't do much better than this renowned hotel next to the lighthouse. Rooms have special amenities such as on-demand movies and heated towels. If you've..."
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Durban Backpackers - On the Beach
Lonely Planet
17 The Promenade, Glenashley, Durban, South Africa
From $0 /night
- Free Internet
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Beach
- Baggage storage
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Four kilometres south of Umhlanga is Glenashley, where you’ll find this light and airy converted house-come-backpackers; it’s the best budget beach option in this neck of the woods."
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