Fairmont Zimbali Lodge
Zimbali Coastal Resort KwaZulu-Natal North Coast, 4390 Durban, Ballito, South Africa AccessFairmont Zimbali Lodge
Set in the lush sub-tropical coastal belt Fairmont Zimbali Lodge is a 370 hectare 925 acre residential and resort estate located on the North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal province. The hotel which overlooks the incredible Indian Ocean is surrounded by natural vegetation and beautiful indigenous gardens and has on property a superb championship 18-hole golf course. Rooms and suites are situated in individual lodges 2 lodges of 8 rooms - 6 lodges of 10 rooms located away from the main Lodge.
Fairmont Zimbali Lodge is located on the North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal province. The hotel overlooks the incredible Indian Ocean.
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Fairmont Zimbali Lodge
Zimbali Coastal Resort KwaZulu-Natal North Coast, 4390 Durban, Ballito, South Africa
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- Airport: King Shaka International Airport
- Airport: Pietermaritzburg Airport
- Train: Durban railway station
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Facilities
Hotel
- Internet
High speed Internet - High speed wireless
- Transportation
On-Site parking - Parking
- Secured parking
- Train access
- Transportation - local area
- Transportation - local office
- Valet parking
- Front desk
24-hour reception - Bell staff/porter
- Concierge desk
- Early check-in
- Front desk
- Late check-out available
- Work away
Desk with electrical outlet - Photocopy center
- General
Air conditioning - Direct dial telephone
- Heated guest rooms
- Private bath or shower
- Public area air conditioned
- Hotel service
24-hour security - Currency exchange
- Dry cleaning
- Fire safety compliant
- Full service housekeeping
- Grocery shopping service available
- Hair dryer
- Housekeeping daily
- Ironing board
- Laundry/Valet service
- Security
- Turndown service
- Valet cleaning
- Wakeup service
- Outlets
Gift/News stand
- Travelling with others
Babysitting service - Children welcome
- Children's nursery
- Events
Catering services - Conference facilities
- Meeting rooms
Rooms
- Communication
Separate bill for multi-line phone
- Bedding
Branded mattress - Cribs
- Super comfy bed
- Special features
Balcony/Lanai/Terrace - Blackout drapes/curtains
- Connecting rooms
- Maid service
- Soundproofed room
- Bathroom
Bathrobe - Bathroom amenities
- Hairdryer
- Private bathroom
- Food & Beverage
Coffee/Tea maker - Minibar
- Entertainment
All news channel - Cable television
- CNN availaible
- FREE movies/video
- TV
- Business
Copier - Desk
- Desk with lamp
- Direct dial phone number
- Printer
- Spare electrical outlet available
- Green facilities
Cruelty FREE bath products - Eco-friendly bath amenities
- Le Labo bath amenities
- General
Air conditioning controlled in room - Converters/ Voltage adaptors
- Fire alarm
- Iron
- Laundry basket/clothes hamper
- Self-controlled heating/cooling
- Smoke detectors
- Storage space
- Trouser/Pant press
- Wake-up calls
Recreation
- Pool
Outdoor pool - Pool
- Sport
Golf - Jogging track
- Jogging trail
- Squash court
- Tennis court
Food and Drink
- Meal plan
Breakfast served in restaurant - Buffet breakfast
- Special attention
FREE in-room coffee/tea - Lobby coffee service
- Outlets type
Cocktail lounge - Lounges/Bars
- Restaurant
Good to know
Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Breakfast served in restaurant
House policy
- Check-in Time: 14:00
- Check-out Time: 11:00
Cancel policy
Fairmont Zimbali Requires a notification or cancellation by 4pm local hotel time 7 days prior to arrival to avoid a penalty. Cancel policy may vary during special events, please check rate details.
Travel with others
Children policy
Children of all ages welcome. One child aged 12 or under stays complimentary in family friendly room types. If guest is on a package including meals or activities - extra child rates may apply. Children's stay policy subject to change in accordance with specific room type reserved. Children under the ag
Pets are not allowed
Languages spoken
- Afrikaans
- English
Meetings & Events
Welcome capacity
- Number of Meeting Rooms: 3
- Number of Sleeping Rooms: 38
- Largest Meeting Room Size: 818 sq. ft.
- Largest Meeting Room Capacity: 90
Parking
- On-Site parking
- Parking
- Secured parking
- Valet parking
Amenities
- AV Equip
- Security guards
- Catering
- High speed internet
- Max seating capacity
Environment
Property's Green Action
- Eco-friendly bath amenities
- Cruelty FREE bath products
- Le Labo bath amenities
- Energy/water saving measures, waste avoidance and resource efficiency
- Preservation of the cultural heritage
Certifications
WWF
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Most helpful reviews - Google and TiCATi reviews 9 12 reviews
A Google User
6 years ago – Google
10
Clarissa K
6 years ago – Google
10
Beautiful! Gorgeous location for a holiday, a day trip, dinner... Whatever! It's that amazing. The pool and all the details in the decor make it a perfect photo location as well. Staff are amazing. It's incredible.
Tshepi Makapan
6 years ago – Google
9
Exquisite 5 star holiday accomodation. Their staff are well experienced with excellent customer service
Neo Molai
6 years ago – Google
8
Quiet, beautiful, unending, unobstructed view of the ocean. Picturesque surroundings, romantic, tranquil.
Niren Balraj
6 years ago – Google
10
Beautiful surroundings. Friendly staff. Delicious food.This place is like a FRESH air.This place is Paradise. Everything u want and more.. i simply love it and so will.
Kuki Anastasia
6 years ago – Google
9
The is so much improvement. The place is perfect very clean now. Beautiful view thank you so much. Keep up the good work excellent service. Be blessed
Jonathan Erasmus
6 years ago – Google
5
A great place to go relax with nice views and spacious accommodation. As far I have heard the lodge is now owned by the Vacation Club with a few rooms still under the Zimbali lodge. You can feel the exit of Fairmont as the restaurant and bar area has become deserted.
Kakde G
6 years ago – Google
9
Very nice place. Restaurants are good and place itself a nice joint to be.
Empress K
6 years ago – Google
5
Great surrounding and amenities. You really feel as though you are a part of nature.
Often miscommunication takes place.
Marcel De Pierres
6 years ago – Google
10
Beautiful estate with great service. 5 star golf course
PINETOWN ICT RESOURCE CENTRE
6 years ago – Google
7
Its a good place. Best if you don't know your rights
Tebogo Orapeleng
6 years ago – Google
10
What an awesome and a relaxing place...staff and food and the service just so out of this world!I am just in love with this place.
Mike Luyt
6 years ago – Google
10
Vast luxurious estate right next to the sea. The rooms in the lodge are just vast. 25 mins from King Shaka Airport
Rolf Schubert
6 years ago – Google
10
Beautiful place. It is like heaven on earth. To be so close to nature and experience this magical place is awesome and we feel blessed.
Ntsikelelo Ngubane
6 years ago – Google
10
This is a five star hotel. It's luxurious and cozy. The views are amazing. Zimbali is 10 minutes drive from King Shaka International Airport
Craig Hatting
6 years ago – Google
9
Amazing, amazing, amazing! Stunning being in nature and enjoying the luxury that they offer! I would go back again and again.
Kevin Naik
6 years ago – Google
10
Entire place is awesome. Friendly staff all round. Only challenge is getting from place to place within the estate. Shuttles are inefficient
Candice Cloete
6 years ago – Google
9
The best place I've ever been. Feels like your in the Amazon.. The rooms are surrounded by palm trees.. Has all the essentials, most comfortable bed, staff is always a friendly call away. Lovely walkways down to the beach itself. Golf is available, be sure to bump into a few animals along the way. A south african gem
Antoinette Sithole
6 years ago – Google
5
The lodge is beautiful and comfortable. However, the service is very poor. The staff at the restaurant were very slow and seemed demotivated. Delivery of breakfast orders and response to housekeeping calls were extremely delayed. There's no DSTV hotel bouquet or similar with a variety of entertaining channels to choose from. There is no Wi-Fi.
J Banker
7 years ago – Google
7
Very nice and quiet lodge set in the middle of the forest overlooking the ocean. I like the breakfast where you get a pot of coffee. The way it should be for bf. The bar however was empty. Not a single bottle of anything. Felt more like a library.
Ruan Hattingh
7 years ago – Google
8
Beautiful!! You get so in touch with nature staying at this lodge. Little deer and monkeys are seen all over the estate, nice trails and stunning view from the pool. The rooms are nice and clean, possibly a bit dated. No wifi though... Friendly helpful staff. Might be a bit pricey and breakfast are unfortunately not included in the price.
Cookie Simmadari
7 years ago – Google
7
It's being a wonderful experience at The Fairmont Zimbali Lodge. Friendly staff in all aspects. I left my sunglasses and beach shoes at the beach club. We asked Uncle Dennis if he could take us back but he offered to go back and get it for us and said he would leave it at Lodge reception which was done and the reception delivered the items to my room. Thank you guys for going the extra mile. My stay as been a pleasant one and enjoyed Zimbali Lodge.
Johanna Van Niekerk
7 years ago – Google
10
The golf course is amazing and the ladies captain is awesome. Great day had by all!!!
Sthembile Ngidi
7 years ago – Google
10
Relaxation, luxurious pools, for those who love expensive taste. It's a place that can accommodate couples and families. I fell in love with this resort
Moleboheng Annaliza Mockena
7 years ago – Google
4
I've paid way less and way better rooms, those have a strong smell that I couldn't stand the whole night! Horrible, slept with my clothes on, the sheets were freaking me out! You can't see dirt on the sheets and stuff but can tell by the smell that whatever is underneath is very dirty!
Francis Barram
7 years ago – Google
9
Surprising value for money. Room is very comfortable. Bathroom is very clean and modern. TV has good channels. Walking distance to the golf course. R1,400/night I recommend the Fairmont Lodge.
SHARON MAMONENG MAHLASE
7 years ago – Google
8
A beautiful Lodge for a chill out. The pool and bar are just as awesome. It looks exactly as you have seen on pictures!
Dineo Motsoeneng
7 years ago – Google
10
Would definitely go back there again, friendly staff
Nomanini Phakathi
7 years ago – Google
10
The most beautiful resort in Durban. Everything is faultless, the decor, rooms, view, food and desert. You get spoilt for choice. I would highly recommend this place for both leisure and business.
Mpumi Zungu
7 years ago – Google
9
Tranquility and nature all around you. Staff very professional enjoyed my stay.
Sharlin Naidoo
7 years ago – Google
8
Awesome place to stay at but needs better service.
DougieLB08
7 years ago – Google
10
Great venue! Service can be a bit slow @ lodge pool, but the venue really is 5*
Didi Menelaou
7 years ago – Google
7
Attended a wedding there. Stunning.
Jacob Nare
7 years ago – Google
7
Nice place for silent retreat....You need to provide enough time to reach your room though so not very practical for Business travel
Dee Theron
7 years ago – Google
6
Seems a little neglected. Wonderful staff and food is good but the suite we stayed in was underwhelming for the price we paid.
Jeffrey Forte
7 years ago – Google
10
Incredible from facilities to rooms to helpful staff
Dayne Olivier
7 years ago – Google
9
Most beautiful location! Wildlife roams freely. Get an early morning start and see buck, mongoose and monkeys. Rooms are nestled into the lush coastal forest and tree line provides beautiful views and privacy at the same time. This is one of our favorite retreats and come here annually.
Julie Rademan
7 years ago – Google
10
A magnificent estate, hotel and facilities.
Riaz Lorgat
7 years ago – Google
9
Absolutely fantastic getaway destination for families or couples. the Lodge is great for couples. Private, chic, exclusive and very roomy. Th resort has evrything and for Families may be a better option. Distance between the two places are a few minutes and within a secure estate.
Shiko Letseka
7 years ago – Google
9
Top class accommodation with sea view
Thabo Magoro
7 years ago – Google
10
Loved everything about the place.
George MALNATI
8 years ago – Google
10
Wonderful setting. Luxury with care. Massages are totally wonderful.
All staff go out of their way to help. Would love to come back.
Shirley Moshoeshoe
8 years ago – Google
10
Excellence at its best on all levels
Garth Stoltz
8 years ago – Google
5
Beautiful setting and rooms. Disappointed with inconsistent service. Most restaurants were closed due to a function but we were told they were available only to be turned away on arrival. Discounts promised at booking were haggled over and still not met in entirety. And a discount promised was for an unavailable restaurant.
Cameron Claassens
8 years ago – Google
9
Very upmarket and quiet
Damian Johnson
8 years ago – Google
10
Absolutely amazing stay @fairmont , staff are very friendly and always happy to assist in any way possible. Would recommend it to anyone looking for a luxurious getaway.
Amanda Pretorius
9 years ago – Google
10
Love this place , was on my top achiever trip with Avon in may 2015, the best sea view
,, food excellent service was great my next dream holiday with my hubby
Karthik Pillay
9 years ago – Google
10
We had a really great time and rest. Great food, awesome cocktails and friendly staff!