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Ilala Lodge Hotel

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A spacious living area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors. - Ilala Lodge Hotel (Victoria Falls)
A balcony with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the surrounding landscape. - Ilala Lodge Hotel (Victoria Falls)
A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a thatched-roof building. - Ilala Lodge Hotel (Victoria Falls)
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a ceiling fan, and a view of an outdoor deck. - Ilala Lodge Hotel (Victoria Falls)
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Victoria Falls is located near Ilala Lodge Hotel, which provides free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Indulge in a massage, a facial, and a manicure/pedicure at Ilala Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site Modern European cuisine restaurant, The Cassia Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the garden.

Classic Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds (Single)

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a bench.

Classic Suite

  • River view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, WiFi (free)

Classic Suite (Single)

  • Garden view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a wardrobe.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden desk, a bench, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds (Single)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Executive Suite (Single)

  • Garden view
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, and a canopy.

Suite (Strathearn)

  • Park view
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

DOUBLE CLASSIC DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located in Victoria Falls, Ilala Lodge Hotel is in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Victoria Falls and Victoria Falls National Park, while Victoria Falls Field Museum and Maramba Cultural Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Victoria Falls travel guide
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Area A8, Victoria Falls

What's nearby

  • A large waterfall surrounded by lush greenery.
    Victoria Falls National Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A large waterfall cascading down a steep cliff surrounded by lush greenery.
    Victoria Falls
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A waterfall with a rainbow, a bridge, and surrounding greenery.
    Victoria Falls Bridge
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • A waterfall cascading down a steep cliff surrounded by lush greenery.
    Zambezi National Park
    5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • David Livingstone Statue
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Falls (VFA)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sea Spice
    10 min drive
  • S'lo Lounge
    11 min drive
  • The Lookout Café
    9 min walk
  • The Three Monkeys
    3 min walk
  • The Travelers Bar
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Cassia Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1984
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 2.00 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 34 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 18 (one-way), (from 4 to 12 years old)

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

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Ilala Lodge Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ilala Lodge Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ilala Lodge Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ilala Lodge Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Ilala Lodge Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 34 per person applies.

Where is Ilala Lodge Hotel located?

Situated in a national park, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Victoria Falls National Park and Victoria Falls. David Livingstone Statue and Zambezi River are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ilala Lodge Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 123 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samvel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Garden view is very nice, you can see even wild animals. Property is very well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great staff. Walking distance to the Falls. Saw a baby elephant and hippos grazing on the property. Could be challenging if you just want to hang out around the property and have peace and quiet. The constant buzzing of helicopters above from the tours is ever present during the daytime hours. If you are fine with that, you should be okay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This perfectly located hotel within walking distance of the Victoria Falls National Park has beautiful grounds (with antelope, baboons and, one night, a hippo), warm and helpful staff, delicious food and a beautiful pool. A shuttle was available to take us to its sister hotel (The Palms) to use its small but well equipped gym. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodations in a great location within easy walk to the Falls, shops, restaurants, and center of town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2-night stay - Fantastic

Ilala Lodge is really nice!! Extremely beautiful, friendly, clean, and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A relaxing two night stay.

A lovely hotel near the entrance to The Victoria Falls National park. Good accommodation. Lovely staff. I would definitely return to this hotel one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and helpful staff. Wonderful location. Nothing better than waking up to the sound of the falls! But no precipitation!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was well maintained and the service impeccable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here by myself and it was the perfect location right by the falls entrance and you can walk to the cute shops in town. The people and staff were incredible , they had a great activities desk that arranged my airport transfers and activities that I wanted to do, and the rooms were very nice! The pool and outdoor eating areas were also incredible. Great staff and people and overall experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ravinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ilala lodge

Very relaxing and calming hotel with lovely gardens. Had hippos visiting at night. Breakfast was excellent. The lunch menu was tasty. The dinner was not so good. The staff were very friendly & welcoming. Would stay there again. 10 minutes to Victoria falls on foot
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Menu was limited. Shower makes floor all wet. Never restocked our minibar. Should have a mechanism for late checkout, even if you pay for it. Felt perfectly safe here at all times. All staff were friendly and very helpful. All other aspects were excellent. Would recommend to others and return myself.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melvyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel and food in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deighton Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was truly a blessing. Wonderful Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WOW! So pleased we chose Ilala Lodge. The rooms are comfortable, spacious and have balconies to view the visiting Elephants, Baboons & Mongoose. Food is awesome and staff were warm and welcoming. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than I expected
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my time here
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great breakfast buffet

Love their breakfast buffet! Best ever
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LISSI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoined staying at Ilala - this is the second time I have stayed at Ilala and if possible I will be back next year in March.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. Very convenient to Victoria Falls.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LaMine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a pleasant stay, till next time, thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
EXCELLENT ALL ROUND
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing. We loved the lodge, we had hippos outside our door 2 nights. Breakfast was amazing and the staff was fantastic. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Food was poor accommodation was average at best but very expensive
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024