the lighthouse bar - the oyster box hotel

magical views especially at night. the lighthouse offers class and aplaceto just unwind.
a must visit for a beer, cocktail or just a cup of tea and enjoy the magical views of the ocean.

thisplaceis very unwelcoming. my sisters and i had been to the beach earlier this morning's and stopped for lunch while waiting so long behind a chain to be seated. squished 6 of us in a 4 seater . service was super slow. by then i was even more hungry and drinks order not taken yet. then the waiter asks for id, i mean who asks for id especially you can see we are all waaaay above the drinking age and we just came from the beach and asked if we can show our id that we had copies on our phone. the waiter said no, so we asked for the manager and that was a no show, we got up and left as the staff here are so uninterested and unaccomodating.

theplaceis quite small as compared youngest i expected... striking red colours ... pretty enough though ... the outside deck has a nice view of the ocean and light house ... their coffee is good however is over priced ... staff very friendly and attentive ...

a breathtaking view of the ocean sets the scene for a relaxing kick back cocktail moment. sipping a cosmopolitan and a pina colada whilst watching the ships from a distance makes its so much more special...love thisplaceway too much...hendrik f kotze

@quintoningram
for an unforgettable experience, an awesome view (day and night), a fresh breeze coming in from the ocean, visit the the oyster box - lighthouse bar on the roof terrace. the oyster box hotel with fans like sails hanging from the sealing, is synonymous with all things luxurious, 5 star quality and service.

if you'd expect to bump into nicki minaj or queen latifah, you are not reaching for the stars, as many a star including them have stayed over at the oyster box hotel.

we've had the snack platter with fried halloumi cheese, deep-fried calamari, sesame chicken strips and delicious fishcakes which contended very strongly with my favourite fishcakes from tashas restaurant in menlyn maine pta.

i can highly recommend the lighthouse bar, the oyster box hotel and lovely simonsig bubbly from the menu.

the perfectplaceto celebrate, enjoy the end your day or fall in love ❤️

if you're looking for a bar with a view, a perfectplaceto watch the sun set over the indian ocean on a warm summer's evening or watch sport with friends while nibbling on snacks, then look no further. the lighthouse bar is located on the top floor of the oyster box hotel and boasts an ideal spot to come an enjoy a drink and relax.

we came for some drinks over lunch time and chose to sit outside on the patio, facing the lighthouse. these semi-private two-seater tables are ideal for enjoying your drinks in privacy with a magnificent view. i had the raspberry martini and my better half had their signature cocktail - the umhlanga sling. the martini was delicious, and the twisted orange peel really added that extra bit of kick and also looked beautiful in the glass. the umhlanga sling was quite sweet with the taste of mango being quite dominating. the mint leaves add that bit of freshness, but if you're not a fan of mint then i wouldn't recommend ordering it.

we returned the following night to have some sundowners, but the bar was packed to the brim. and it was very noisy - in my opinion, the music was simply too loud and everyone was shouting at each other. so i wouldn't recommend it for a quite, private evening. rather, it seems like the idealplaceto enjoy some cocktails on a lazy summer afternoon.

the service is great! friendly and fast, they really do their best to make you feel like royalty. our drinks arrived promptly and they did not compromise on the quality.

i can't comment on the food, but their snack platters sound amazing and i'd love to give them a try some day.

overall, good drinks but totally overpriced. great view, but too noisy and crowded at night. go at a time when it's not busy, when there isn't live music and just after you've received your pay cheque, with someone who either only drinks one cocktail or are willing to pay for themselves.

i can only rate thisplacepurely on the bar and not the food.

the cocktails are the most expensive i have ever paid and actually poorly and very below average made.

but the one undeniable truth is the awe and beauty of the view.

the deck is so narrow that doors open into your seats and you struggle to find some leg space, but when you do it has such an incredible vibe.

a stunning, romantic, relaxing and classy bar. i could spend all day here looking at the lighthouse and the ocean.

i love this place. so opulent yet warm and inviting. bestplaceto go at sunset. the staff are efficient and very well trained so the service is excellent. we didn't order any food (looked delicious after sneaking glances at other tables) so will need to go back!

if you're looking for aplaceto have sundowners in umhlanga, thisplaceis it! beautiful view and delicious cocktails, one of the best margaritas i've had. it's quite a fancy venue, so dress up rather than down, but dont worry about feeling out ofplacethe staff are all friendly. i'll definitely be going back...maybe after payday though.

such an amazingplacefor a catch up. visited the bar today with two good friends and it was breathtaking. the view is absolutely stunning and the sea air brings such calm. the pigeons can be a nuisance but it is a lovelyplacefor a drink or two.

even the monkeys add to the colonial atmosphere! great service and an amazing view...just theplaceto watch the dolphins and share a sundowner with someone special

this bar is really exclusive with a classy and exclusive feel, i see everybody else on here says it is pricey but coming from johannesburg the prices are inline with normal prices there.

the service is good maybe slow at times but the bar is so comfortable that a little wait doesn't really matter,

the view of the beach as well as the lighthouse is amazing both during the day and the night and the live entertainment just makes it a greatplaceto chill out.

very awesome bar! has a nice view and the staff service is beyond excellent. cocktails are very good. greatplaceto chill and have a relaxing night out.

amazingplacefor a cocktail and a amazing view of the sea, staff are friendly and worth the extra money to sit by the beach and feel luxurious even for a few hours.