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Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with full-service spa and private beach

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Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Suite | Garden view
Front of property – evening/night
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • On private beach
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
The current price is €126
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul

Room options

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LED TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
LED TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Presidential Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 146 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 73 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
LED TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Luxury Apartment

Luxury Apartment

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
LED TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

About the area

Map
Lodge Lane, Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, 4439

What's nearby

  • Ballito Junction Regional Mall - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Ballito Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Holla Trails - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Thompson's Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Umdloti Beach - 19 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Concha - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Captain Fine's Fish Factory - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hops - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Fiamma Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts

Family-friendly hotel by the sea
Consider a stay at Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts and take advantage of a golf course, a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, aromatherapy or a massage at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Thandi Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and a banquet hall
  • Meeting rooms, wedding services and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts feature thoughtful touches, such as furnished patios and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Down duvets and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Rainfall showers, deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, highchairs and electric kettles

Languages

English, Zulu

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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

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
  • Highchair
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 250 for adults and from 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts?

As of 9 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts on 23 Jul 2025 start from €125.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts located?

This family-friendly Ballito hotel is located near the airport, within 3 mi (5 km) of Netcare Alberlito Hospital, Hillary Park and Hilary Park. Ballito Junction Regional Mall and Lifestyle Shopping Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

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

8/10

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

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10

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

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024