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The Oyster BoxvsCity Lodge Hotel Durban

City Lodge Hotel Durban and The Oyster Box are both rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Oyster Box scores significantly better than City Lodge Hotel Durban. The Oyster Box scores 92 with endorsements from 4 reviews like Concierge, Condé Nast Traveler and Afar Magazine.

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
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"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. " Full review
City Lodge Hotel Durban
8/10
Cnr Silvester Ntuli and K.E. Masinga, Durban 4056, South Africa
From $49/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Decent value...Lower rates are offered for online bookings." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This reliable chain hotel strikes the right balance between corporate and leisure hospitality."

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