Located within the exclusive Zimbali Coastal Resort on the North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Fairmont Zimbali Lodge is a boutique hotel offering luxury accommodation set within a lush coastal forest reserve. Whether visiting for business or leisure, guests will enjoy a truly five-star experience, including on-call butler service.

The hotel enjoys breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean and is surrounded by lush vegetation and verdant gardens. Rooms are situated in individual lodges located away from the main lodge, deep in Zimabli’s magnificent subtropical gardens.

All rooms at Fairmont Zimbali Lodge offer luxury accommodation, designed to harmonize in tone and style with the natural surrounding forest. The classical African architecture is complemented by warm wood tones throughout. In addition, there is a conference suite, an outdoor infinity pool and a health and beauty spa.

A 50-hectare reserve within the estate has been demarcated as a conservation area providing refuge to the rich variety of local flora and fauna. Pathways and wooden viewing decks throughout these areas allow residents to interact with nature.

Also available is the Zimbali Vacation Club, which offers a flexible holiday retreat within the most exclusive resort in KwaZulu-Natal. Studio, plus both one- and two-bedroom units are available to suit your particular vacation preferences and family requirements. These units are tastefully designed, and perfectly suitable for couples and family holidays. Facilities include air-conditioning, satellite television with movies on demand, multi-electric plugs, a private balcony and safe deposit box. En-suite bathrooms are standard. The one- and two-bed units offer full self-catering facilities as well as laundry utilities. 

Various memberships options offer you the flexibility of never being locked into a particular time frame through Floating Weeks membership, or guaranteeing your time at Zimbali Vacation Club through Fixed Weeks membership.

Number of Units:
Hotel: A total of 76 rooms (plus a 20 room extension under development).
Residential: Over 45 private Zimbali residences available to rent through the Lodge.

www.zimbali.co.za