Ilala Lodge, Victoria Falls (Zim) | Namibia Tours & Safaris

Ilala Lodge is an elegant, intimate and comfortable hotel on the edge of the Zambezi National Park a short safe walk from Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwean side.

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As a tailor-made tour operator, we often have to get creative when designing your perfect itinerary.

For example, your travel consultant might add this property to your itinerary if:

Location is a significant factor
It offers a unique feature that will enhance your experience
This is a last-minute booking and room availability is limited
Cost is a factor and you'd rather splash out on another part of your trip
This is a newly opened or refurbished property that we have not inspected yet

When designing your custom itinerary we have much to consider not least of which is the value proposition of every product and service included in your quote. In all cases we strive to give you the best experience possible within your budget so please feel free to ask your travel consultant to share their reasons for including this property in your itinerary.

Ilala Lodge is a charming hotel, just minutes from Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwean side adjoining the Zambezi National Park.

This privately owned and managed hotel guarantees the service is personal and the atmosphere intimate. All the rooms are air conditioned and have patio doors opening onto a balcony or large front lawn - mowed by a regular troupe of warthog and occasional visits from waterbuck, baboons, monkeys and even elephant from time to time. The Deluxe and Pool Wing assure a view of the distant spray of the Falls and the Garden Wing, a view onto the peacefully luxuriant gardens.

Good travel advice is to eat where the locals eat and they eat at Ilala's Palm Restaurant. With tables set under the stars on clear nights or in the high-thatched dining room, the food is unfussy and the atmosphere is relaxed. The croc-pie and ostrich steak are local delicacies worth trying.

Lodge Facilities

dining room
garden terrace
swimming pool
plunge pool with poolside lounge
laundry service

Room Facilities

73 en suite rooms (including standard, deluxe & suites)
en suite bathrooms with shower and complimentary toiletries
air-conditioning
ceiling fan
hairdryer
safe
TV with satellite channels
WiFi
coffee and tea facilities
mini bar fridge

Executive Suites also include:

bath tub
private patio
espresso machine
robe & slippers

Strathearn Suite also includes:

private lounge
kitchen
indulgent bath tub
private balcony with spa bath
private dining (on balcony)
complimentary couples massage
a breakfast on the Ra-Ikane River Cruise

Activities

Short safe walk to Victoria Falls; river cruises; canoeing safaris; game viewing and wildlife activities; adventure activities; scenic flights; cultural tours; markets and museums; in-house activity bureau.

Ilala Lodge has an in-house activity operator covering all your activity requirements. But you'll first want to visit the famous Victoria Falls and, lucky for you, Ilala Lodge is the closet hotel to the falls on the Zimbabwean side. A short safe walk will take you to the rain forest entrance to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.

Sustainability

Energy Efficiency

Waste Management

Sustainable Sourcing

Water Conservation

Community and Environment Benefit

Site and Building Impact

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