About Ilala Lodge Hotel
Ilala Lodge provides distinguished yet affordable accommodation in a gracious and secluded ambience.
Ideally situated on the Zimbabwean side of the mighty Zambezi River, it is the closest hotel to the magnificent Victoria Falls.
The falls, one of the World's Seven Natural Wonders, are within easy walking distance for guests, as is the Victoria Falls town centre.
Wild animals often graze on the hotel lawns, and restaurant diners can see the spray of the falls in the background while they listen to the majestic roar of "the smoke that thunders" and enjoy Zimbabwe's finest cuisine in Ilala's Palm Restaurant.
About Ilala Lodge
Ilala Lodge offers distinguished yet affordable accommodation in warm, elegant surroundings.
The decor evokes an era of early adventure and the quest for discovery in Africa. The hotel is ideally situated as the closest to the mighty Victoria Falls, as well as the town centre.
The National Park borders the front of the property, and wild animals often graze on the hotel lawns, with the spray of the falls in the background.
A warm welcome awaits you at our world-class Palm Restaurant, where breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served daily.
We offer superb cuisine while you relax and enjoy the atmosphere of the gracious surroundings. The menus are à la carte, and guests can dine indoors or on the palm terrace, weather permitting.
Accommodation at Ilala Lodge
Ilala Lodge offers 32 standard rooms and 2 deluxe suites. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with separate showers, air conditioning, overhead fans, satellite TV, and individual coffee and tea facilities.
The rooms are spacious, with railway sleeper teak furnishings, and patio doors leading onto either open lawns or a balcony. From the upper-level rooms, guests are afforded a view of the spray of the falls.
Standard Room
All standard rooms at Ilala Lodge have two ¾ beds in a spacious room decorated with railway teak. Each room has an en-suite bathroom with complimentary soaps, shampoos, and conditioners.
The bathroom comes standard with a bath, shower, and toilet. Each room is equipped with an air conditioning unit to provide a cool retreat from the heat of the day, and an overhead fan if needed.
French doors in each room open up to a communal garden. Bottled water is provided, along with a kettle for tea and coffee.
There is ample in-built closet space for guests to store clothing and personal effects, including a safe to lock away valuables.
Deluxe Suites
Deluxe suites are styled in the same way as the standard rooms, with railway teak desks and decor, but feature a king-size bed.
Each suite has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, bath, and toilet. Each suite also has a balcony with comfortable chairs and a table, where guests can enjoy some quiet time.
A coffee and tea station is provided, along with bottled water. These suites are larger and more intimate than the standard rooms.
Dining at Ilala Lodge
Ilala Lodge offers a flavour fantasy at our à la carte restaurant.
We cater for guests staying at the lodge, as well as walk-ins looking for the perfect meal to complement their day.
Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, our dedicated service and kitchen staff will show you the true meaning of fine dining.
We also have a pool and cocktail bar, the perfect way to end any day. Come dine with us and taste the real meaning of luxury.
The Palm Restaurant
We are proud to announce that the Palm Restaurant at Ilala Lodge was awarded Restaurant of the Year for 2011 in Zimbabwe in the deluxe category, a great achievement.
The restaurant was honoured at the ZOAP (Zimbabwe on a Plate) Awards held in Harare.
An ecstatic Roddy Meiring, the hotel’s general manager, commented, "I am very proud of all the skilled and dedicated staff that we are lucky to have with us.
Everyone has been working hard at raising our standards, and this award is validation of our efforts. A huge achievement for all—well done."
We look forward to welcoming you to our restaurant and continuing to provide the best deluxe dining available in Victoria Falls.
Pool & Cocktail Bar
After the day's activities, cool off with a couple of delicious cocktails at our private bar and pool area.
Features of Ilala Lodge Hotel
- Swimming Pool & Bar
- Satellite TV
- Same-Day Laundry
- In-house Tour Operator
- Small Conference Facilities
- Palm Restaurant
- Room Tea & Coffee Facilities
- 24-hour wireless internet and email facilities
- 24-hour security in and around the hotel
- Onsite free secure parking
- Fax/Photocopying services available
- Porter service and secure luggage storage
Some Ideas of What to Do at Ilala Lodge Hotel
- Abseiling
- Game Drives
- River Cruises
- Angling
- Elephant Back Safaris
- Golf
- Horseback Rides
- Helicopter Rides
- And many more
Our friendly staff are always at your service and will be happy to tailor-make your activity schedule.
Where is Ilala Lodge Hotel?
Approximately 500m from the Victoria Falls, on the very edge of Vic Falls town.