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Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts

4.0 star property

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A resort pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a red roof.
A spacious interior with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a view of a pool and palm trees outside.
A wooden pathway leading to a seating area with a stone wall and hanging lights.
A multi-story building with a covered patio area, palm trees, and a pool.
A spacious indoor area with a bar, seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Lodge Lane, Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, 4439
  • Place, Lifestyle Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballito Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballito Junction Regional Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room

A large bed with a wooden headboard, a small table, and a view of a balcony with outdoor plants.

Superior Room

  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A double bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Luxury Room

  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a television, a wooden dresser, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Deluxe Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Presidential Suite

  • Partial ocean view
  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Presidential Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 146 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Luxury Apartment

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a balcony, and a view of greenery.

Luxury Apartment

  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Studio

Standard Studio

  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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About this property

Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts

Along with a full-service spa, this hotel has a private beach and a golf course. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free beach shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Change of towels is available on request.
Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature espresso makers and safes. Rooms open to furnished patios. Beds feature down comforters. This Ballito hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including a private beach. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor pool.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
During your stay at Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts, you'll be close to Open Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free beach shuttle are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking and RV/bus/truck parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Treat yourself to aromatherapy, Swedish massages, or body treatments at the spa
  • Services include babysitting, a kid's club, and dry cleaning/laundry
  • Onsite recreation includes a private beach and a golf course
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Netcare Alberlito Hospital and 6 minutes from Ballito Junction Regional Mall
  • Free beach shuttle service
A private beach is featured. Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 3 meeting rooms available. A terrace, a complimentary children's club, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Ballito hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Thandi Restaurant - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.
Trophy Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 250 for adults and ZAR 125 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Thandi Restaurant
  • Trophy Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf carts
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free children's club
  • High chair
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 600.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 250 for adults and ZAR 125 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 600.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts Hotel
Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts Ballito
Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts Hotel Ballito

Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is remarkably beautiful. The forest and beach are gorgeous.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

W Y

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Overall excellent stay in beautiful surroundings. Golf was amazing too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kizzy

No wash clothes in the room. Had to wait very long time for food.Food was not good in the dining restaurant i only ate the fries which were good and hot.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had a really memorable stay at this beautifully situated hotel. The setting is genuinely special - it feels like something out of The Jungle Book, surrounded by lush greenery with crystal-clear pools that create a relaxing, almost magical atmosphere. The standout for us was the team; the staff were incredibly attentive, warm, and genuinely caring throughout our stay, which made a big difference. The amenities across the resort are exceptional. The “Valley of the Pools” and “Bushbuck Club” are fantastic spaces, catering brilliantly to both families and couples. These areas really elevate the overall experience and give the hotel a unique edge. Where the hotel falls slightly short is in the upkeep of the hotel itself. While it does retain a certain charm and character, it did feel a little dated compared to the standard you might expect. Some of the modern comforts were lacking – the shower pressure was quite weak, a few doors were stiff, and some handles were loo se. The furnishings, although perhaps intended to feel eclectic, came across more as mismatched and slightly out of place rather than thoughtfully styled. Importantly, none of this detracted from our overall enjoyment, and we still had a fantastic stay. However, with some thoughtful investment and modernisation in the rooms, this hotel has the potential to move from a very good 4-star experience to a truly outstanding 5-star destination.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid avoid avoid

This place is not anywhere how it looks on the pictures! It is run down, in need of serious refurbishment, food was terrible, seriously avoid this place. Musky bad smell in the room. Pictures included in the review show the rusty bbq and extremely run down rooms. Actually it was that bad that 10 minutes after getting into the room my family decided to check out.
Rusty bbq for your use!
Dirty and stained floors
Old, run down doors and windows
Room block building in serious need of improvement
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Just a little warning

Just a little warning to other guests and those considering booking here! Saturday was terrible, 20 children with parents invaded the pool. It was a children's birthday party all day with shouting and screaming. All the sunbeds were taken and there was no room for the hotel guests. Poor service from the managers, no help to get so we had to leave the area. The reception should have warned us so we could plan our day differently and they should have maybe reserved some sunbeds for the guests. No compensation, no offer of possible transport to the beach. When we left the hotel, we asked for an extra 1 hour late check-out, we couldn't do that despite the hotel being empty. We have been here 4 times before and this is probably the last time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sophie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nik

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mzimkhulu

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rajendra

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024