1 Lodge Lane, Zimbali Coastal Estate, 4420 Ballito, South Africa
#10 of 15 hotels in Ballito
Guests' ChoiceBased on 888 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.9
Facilities
8.3
Staff
8.8
Value for money
7.8
Free WiFi
7.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 22 April 2024
Vuyelwa
South AfricaThe staff was amazing, but the house keeping knocked for a second and immediately opened the door while we were showering and getting ready, she didn’t wait for a response. The next morning the tea/coffee station was not refilled.
The property is absolutely amazing, it’s surrounded by nature and it is very peaceful. I really enjoyed the valley of pools as well.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Kevin
South AfricaBathrooms and rooms are dated. Cracked sinks etc.
Private and comfortable.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Eugene
South AfricaNone
Everything
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Zahid
TanzaniaOld and requires investment in renovation. Pls put in better soap / shampoo. I saw shampoo bar the first time in life. Terrible for the hair.
Location is very unique. Right next to golf course.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Ziyanda
South AfricaTowels and linen rather old
Berry friendly staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Duduzile
United StatesThe pool area was very loud. We were out at night trying to enjoy our drinks, we had to leave because the pool area was loud. There were screaming kids at the pool area, diving and splashing water. The hotel should have a policy with families traveling with kids. You can't allow screaming kids and diving into the pool. There should always be parental supervision when kids are at the pool.
I traveled with my 18-year-old daughter. We came here to unwind and enjoy all the amenities the resort offers. We were very pleased with the service, our room and breakfast.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Tsepang
South AfricaFriendly staff, place is breath taking and chilled.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Ivan
South AfricaBreakfast ok not exceptional Transport to the valley of the pools do not frequent enough. Rooms need a re ferb. it is old. beds not comfortable
Valley of the pools excellent.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Dr
South AfricaNot really
All was above expectation and we really had a relaxing time and the lodge was superb
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 February 2024
James
South AfricaFacilities are tired
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Molly
Eswatininothing
Rooms are beautiful, scenery is out of this world. Their meals are superb The fact that you are able go to the Capital and swim there
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Boitumelo
South AfricaThe menu at the restaurant was very limited and it took long to get our food even though it was empty
The room was great and clean .
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Keneuwe
South AfricaThe aircon seemed to not be working well at increased temperatures
The scenery and ambience. The dinner was exceptional, kudos to the chef
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Nqobile
South AfricaMy son slipped on the steps heading to the room
Art, ambiance, tranquility
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Sibongile
South AfricaService in the evening at the restaurant was a bit slow but the food was great!
Stunning location , good breakfast and beautiful facilities
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 23 December 2023
Justice
South AfricaThe WiFi was not working my entire stay and the restaurant not matching the place.
The rooms are very nice and spacious, exactly what a needed.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 22 December 2023
Pamela
South AfricaFriendly staff
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Theo
South AfricaThe price point of the room was expensive. Given the location and the brand I can understand but not really affordable for everyone.
Staff, Room and Breakfast was excellent. I would recommend going through and enjoying the experience at Zimbali Lodge at Dream Hotels in the North from Durban.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 13 December 2023
Beverley
South AfricaThe setting is beautiful - we are so pleased that the Lodge is still up & running & that the spa and a back in operation
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 4 December 2023
Ronel
South AfricaNo room service
Views
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 4 December 2023
Ishmael
South AfricaNot much awesomeness on speeding fines
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 30 November 2023
Neli
South AfricaNothing
Location Spacious Environment
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 30 November 2023
Sandra
South AfricaThe rooms were smelling, and the was no provision for mosquito repellants as the area was full of mosquitos
The staff was friendly
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Thulani
South AfricaWifi kept disconnecting
The valley of pools was nice
Stayed in November 2023
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