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Located within an 1.2 mi of the Victoria Falls, Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel set in expansive gardens. This property borders the Victoria Falls National Park and the Gorge Swing Victoria Falls is 0.6 mi away. Each air-conditioned unit at Ilala Lodge has a seating area and a TV with satellite channels. The rooms open out onto a balcony or patio and each has an private bathroom. Enjoy a meal at The Cassia Restaurant, which features a patio overlooking the lush gardens, or relax with a drink at the Poolside Bar. The spray from the Victoria Falls can be seen from numerous places at the hotel, and activities such as bungee jumping, white-water rafting and helicopter flights can be enjoyed in the vicinity. The Victoria Falls Border Post is 1.9 mi away, while Livingstone is just across the border into Zambia, 7.5 mi from Ilala Lodge Hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
4 sofa beds
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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

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    Green Tourism
Guest review summary
Guests loved Ilala Lodge Hotel's prime <b>location</b> near Victoria Falls and praised the attentive staff. The <b>breakfast</b> was well-received, and the hotel facilitated excellent sightseeing opportunities. However, guests had mixed feelings about <b>room comfort</b> and the <b>swimming pool</b> experience.
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Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
8.8

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Cassia Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Ilala Lodge Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • River view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Activities

  • Evening entertainment

Living Area

  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Concierge
    • ATM on site
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Babysitting/Child services
      Additional charge

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Executive lounge access
    • Wake-up service
    • Car rental
    • Laptop safe
    • Packed lunches
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    • Room service

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool bar

    Spa

    • Foot bath
    • Spa facilities
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa
      Additional charge

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Ilala Lodge Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Ilala Lodge Hotel

    • The prices at Ilala Lodge Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Ilala Lodge Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Spa
      • Massage
      • Evening entertainment
      • Spa facilities
      • Swimming pool
      • Foot bath
    • Ilala Lodge Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • The Cassia Restaurant
    • Room options at Ilala Lodge Hotel include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Double
      • Suite
    • Ilala Lodge Hotel is 0.7 miles from the center of Victoria Falls. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Ilala Lodge Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Guests staying at Ilala Lodge Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Buffet
    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.