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The Oyster Box vs Fairlight Beach House

The Oyster Box and Fairlight Beach House are both recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Oyster Box scores significantly higher than Fairlight Beach House. The Oyster Box comes in at 92 with positive reviews from 4 reviewers including Afar Magazine, Concierge and Fodor's.

The Oyster Box
The Oyster Box
9 / 10
2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga Rocks 4319, South Africa
From $226 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
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Concierge 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 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." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler 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." Full review
Afar Magazine 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." Full review
Fairlight Beach House
Fairlight Beach House
8 / 10
1 Margaret Bacon Avenue, Cnr. South Beach Road, Umdloti, South Africa
From $82 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Pool
  • Free Parking
  • Kitchenette
  • Air Conditioning
  • Beach
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A sprawling, smart guesthouse, Fairlight overlooks the beach and offers 10 rooms (not all with views)." Full review