Fairmont Zimbali Lodge
Location: Ballito, Kwazulu Natal North Coast, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
Star Rating: 
Hotel Type: Golf, Spa, Family, Conference, Leisure
No. of Rooms: 73
Guest Reviews:1 Review
Address
Zimbali Estate
On M4 2 Km from Ballito
Ballito
Durban North Coast / Dolphin Coast
KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa
Fairmont Zimbali Lodge
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Overview
Die Fairmont Zimbali Lodge mit Blick auf den unglaublichen Indischen Ozean liegt inmitten von üppiger Vegetation und schönen Gärten mit einheimischen Pflanzen.
Dieses 5-Sterne Boutiquehotel liegt in einem Naturschutzgebiet nur 30 Autominuten von Durban in KwaZulu-Natal und bietet seinen Gästen Luxus-Unterbringung. Die klassische Architektur der Lodge mit ihren warmen Holz- und rostroten Herbsttönen bietet eine ansprechende Ergänzung zum umgebenden Naturwald. Gäste heißt man "auf Zimbali-Art" willkommen, wobei das Gepäck auf einem Golfwagen auf das Zimmer gebracht und der Wagen vom Hoteldiener geparkt wird. Überall in der Lodge heißt klassische afrikanische Architektur den Gast in einer von warmen Farbtönen geprägten Umgebung willkommen.
Die Fairmont Zimbali Lodge verfügt insgesamt über 76 Zimmer, verteilt auf einzelne Lodges (2 Lodges mit 8 Zimmern und 6 Lodges mit 10 Zimmern), die in einiger Entfernung vom Haupthaus in prächtigen subtropischen Gärten liegen.
Gäste können sich im exklusiven Gesundheitsspa erholen und verwöhnen lassen, wo ihnen eine wohltuende spezielle Therapie aus einer Bandbreite ganzheitlicher Behandlungen zuteil wird. Die Zimbali Lodge ist außerdem bekannt für ihren fantastischen 18-Loch Golfplatz, der für Spieler jeden Handicaps eine Herausforderung ist. Hier eine Runde Golf zu spielen, wird mit atemberaubenden Ausblicken belohnt.
Golfwagen sind Vorschrift und können gemietet werden. Der Pro Shop des Clubs bietet alles, was man als Golfer braucht, und im Clubhaus laden Bar und Restaurant zum Verweilen ein. In Zimbali werden verschiedene Freizeitaktivitäten im Freien angeboten wie beispielsweise Reiten und Strand- und Waldspaziergänge, und nach einem erfüllten Tag können sich die Gäste im Gesundheits- und Schönheitsspa entspannen und Behandlungen von hoher Qualität genießen.
Die Fairmont Zimbali Lodge ist auch spezialisiert auf personalisierte Konferenzorganisation für kleine bis große Gruppen. Wem es also nicht nur ums Vergnügen geht, der kann sich im gut ausgestatteten Konferenzcenter die Arbeit mit dem herrlichen Blick auf das Zimbali-Anwesen und den Country Club-Golfplatz verschönern.
Einrichtungen und Freizeitaktivitäten in der Fairmont Zimbali Lodge:
- Restaurant, Bar und Poolbar
- Swimmingpool
- Reiten
- Tennis
- Vögel und Schmetterlinge beobachten
- Busch-Spaziergang
- Gesundheits- und Schönheitsspa
- Konferenzeinrichtungen
Room Types
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All hotel rooms at the five star Fairmont Zimbali Lodge offer luxury accommodation, designed to harmonize in tone and style with the natural surrounding forest. The African classical architecture is complemented by warm wood tones which occur throughout.
Bathrooms are luxurious with freestanding Victorian baths and delightful attention to detail. Each room is well stocked with a selection of hot beverages, Personalized refreshment center menu is available. Butlers are on hand to attend to guests’ every need.
The architectural design philosophy preserves and enhances the innate harmony of the environment. The 76 guest rooms complement the natural surrounding forest and the classical architecture is accentuated by warm wood and russet autumn tones. The bathrooms are luxurious and feature Victorian baths from the turn of the century.
Children
Please note that while 1 young child can be accommodated on a sleeper couch in the standard rooms, if there is more than 1 child they may have to be accommodated in a seperate room depending on their ages (8 years and above usually). The standard rooms do not have interleading doorways. A suite can be used with an optional twin room adjoined.
Fairmont Room
Set against the tranquil coastal forest, the Fairmont Rooms at the Zimbali Lodge in South Africa combine traditional African decor exemplified by warm wood and russet tones and generous comfort, including a four piece bathroom with Victorian claw foot bathtub and separate shower, a working desk and Wi-Fi high-speed Internet access.
A terraced balcony area is accessed through wide sliding doors that open onto lush natural surroundings, making this an ideal setting for a private getaway. Fairmont Rooms are part of Fairmont Zimbali Lodge. Private butler service and the use of a golf cart for transportation around the property is available.
- Bed Type: One King or Two Twin beds
- Size: 322 sq. ft (30m²)
- View: Costal Nature Reserve
Fairmont Room amenities:
- Air conditioning
- Color Satellite TV
- Wireless Internet
- Multi-electric plugs for international use
- Private balcony
- Safe
Bathroom amenities:
- En-suite bathroom with separate shower and freestanding Victorian bath
- Hairdryer
- Electric razor plug
Today's Rate:
Single Room: R1350.00
Double Room: R1510.00
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Offering staggering and spectacular views, the Fairmont View Rooms feature a well appointed four piece bathroom with Victorian claw foot tub and separate shower, working desk and Wi-Fi high-speed Internet access.
An exclusive balcony area opens onto the 18 hole golf course, lake or the Indian ocean, providing the most ideal location from which to observe the natural flora and fauna of the Fairmont Zimbali Lodge.
The Fairmont View Rooms are part of Fairmont Zimbali Lodge. Private butler service and the use of a golf cart for transportation around the property is available.
- Bed Type: One King
- Size: 322 sq. ft (30m²)
- View: Stunning views of the 18 hole golf course, lake or the Indian ocean
Fairmont View Room amenities:
- Air conditioning
- Color Satellite TV
- Wireless Internet
- Multi-electric plugs for international use
- Private balcony
- Safe
Bathroom amenities:
- En-suite bathroom with separate shower and freestanding Victorian bath
- Hairdryer
- Electric razor plug
Today's Rate:
Single Room: R1890.00
Double Room: R2050.00
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Offering staggering views, the One Bedroom Lodge Suites feature a well appointed four piece Bathroom with Victorian claw foot tub and seperate shower, dining and lounge area, Wi-Fi and air conditioning. They also have their own 2 large balconies that opens up onto costal nature reserve.
- Bed: Type: King Bed
- Size: 946 sq. ft (88m²)
- View: stunning views of Coastal Nature Reserve
One Bedroom Lodge Suite amenities:
- Air conditioning
- Color Satellite TV
- Wireless Internet
- Multi-electric plugs for international use
- Private balcony
- Safe
- Each room has its own balcony and faces the lagoon, sea and forest
- Suites interconnect to adjoining twin-bedded rooms
- Newspapers are available at reception and in the lounge or, on request, delivered to the hotel room
Bathroom amenities:
- En-suite bathroom with separate shower and freestanding Victorian bath
- Hairdryer
- Electric razor plug
Today's Rate:
Single Room: R5480.00
Double Room: R5650.00
Room Amenities
Restaurants
The luxurious Fairmont Zimbali Lodge in Ballito, South Africa, offers a selection of fine dining options. The Restaurant and Fountain Court offer indoor and outdoor dining amongst a lavish atmosphere. At The Lounge guests can enjoy an after dinner nightcap by the warm, inviting fireplace.
Guests can also indulge in light snacks at the Pool Bar while viewing the magnificent Indian Ocean. In-room dining is also available upon request.
Thandi Restaurant
The Thandi Restaurant at the Zimbali Lodge accommodates ninety guests indoors, and also offers outdoor dining on the Fountain Court.
This intimate venue's decor enhances the colonial mood of the Lodge. It is lavishly designed, incorporating the rich hues of crafted wooden furniture and specially designed fabrics. The chef insists that only the freshest ingredients are good enough for the delicious meals presented at Zimbali Lodge. A tea menu is also available.
Breakfast
Breakfast is served in the restaurant or in the secluded Fountain Court and the menu includes continental and cooked breakfasts with delicious plates of eggs benedict, eggs florentine and french omelettes. Golfers with early morning tee-off times can enjoy a continental breakfast.
Lunch
The emphasis is on lightness, freshness, and healthy eating. The lunch menu comprises of a choice of exotic salads, light grills, and fish. Lunches can be enjoyed on the patio or at the pool-deck.
- Dress Code: Resort Casual
- Reservations: Reservations are required
Address: Zimbali Estate, On M4 2 Km from Ballito, Ballito, Durban North Coast / Dolphin Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
The superbly appointed Lounge at the Zimbali Lodge has a magnificent fireplace and its colonial elegance, provides a delightful after dinner venue. Nightcaps are served and include coffee, cognac and liqueurs.
- Dress Code: Resort casual
- Reservations: Not required
Address: Zimbali Estate, On M4 2 Km from Ballito, Ballito, Durban North Coast / Dolphin Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Elevated on stilts, high above the fourteenth fairway and offering a magnificent view of the Indian Ocean, guests can enjoy a light lunch and drinks in the beauty of the great outdoors.
The Trophy Bar at the Zimbali Lodge is open to the balmy subtropical air and overlooks the swimming pool area with its backdrop of lush, indigenous forest. A variety of cigars are also available.
Address: Zimbali Estate, On M4 2 Km from Ballito, Ballito, Durban North Coast / Dolphin Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Spa
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Activities
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Guests staying at the five star Fairmont Zimbali Lodge near Ballito, Durban, have access to the tennis court.
The coastal area of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa is home to some of the best golf courses in the country. The Zimbali Golf Course is located a mere 50 kilometers from the number one golf course in South Africa, namely the Durban Country Club. Other golf courses in this region include Prince's Grant, Umhlali Country Club, Royal Durban Golf Club, and Mount Edgecombe.
Zimbali truly is the ideal venue for the discerning golfer who would like to, not only test his/her abilities on some of the finest golf courses in Africa, but who would also like to do so in style. Tom Weiskopf, former British & South African Open Golf Champion, has designed a golf course which challenges players of all handicaps in the most delightful surroundings.
Zimbali Golf Course Details:
- 18 holes, Par 72, rating 72
- Distance: 4858 m - 6524 m
- Situated 42 km north of Durban
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The Willow Stream Health & Beauty Spa is located at the Fairmont Zimbali Resort. The spa is open 08:00 am – 08:00 pm daily.
Conferences / Events
The five star Fairmont Zimbali Lodge in Ballito, South Africa, specialises in personalised conference arrangements for small to large groups.
The South Africa Conference Centre at the Fairmont Zimbali Lodge is beautifully appointed and ideally situated for superb views of the Zimbali Estate and Country Club Golf Course. The conference centre leads directly from the Ngwenya Terrace.
Conference venues at the Fairmont Zimbali Lodge, North Coast Durban (KwaZulu-Natal)
Imbiso Room
The imposing Imbiso Room, overlooking the golf course and the Nature reserve, is the focal point of the conference facilities. It can accommodate a maximum of 80 delegates in cinema-style seating, 40 delegates in u-shape, 35 in boardroom style or 60 in a schoolroom configuration.
Tugela Room
The Tugela Room, is an executive boardroom with an ocean view. The oval mahogany boardroom table dominates the room and this is the perfect venue for the smaller conference and can accommodate 10 people.
Umgeni Room
The Umgeni Room is also a small, intimate venue off the conference foyer and can accommodate a maximum of 25 delegates in cinema style seating, 15 delegates in u-shape, 12 boardroom style or 15 in school-room configuration.
Conference Catering
The Fairmont Zimbali Lodge has capitalised on the excellent Natal climate to offer outdoor catering to conference groups on the Ngwenya Terrace, which is easily accessible from all the conference rooms. Guests may also opt for a formal dining experience in the Restaurant or hold a private gala event at the Country Club. Zimbali Country Club caters for 76 inside the restaurant for dinner and if the venue is extended out onto the verandah 96. 120 Guests can be accommodated for cocktails.
Conference Equipment
A wide range of audio-visual aids and state-of-the-art equipment is available to conference delegates in the three conference rooms.
Conference equipment:
- Overhead projector
- Flipchart
- Slide projector (35mm)
- White board
- Built-in sound system with roving microphone
- Podium
- Portable screen
- Video machine
- Television
- Data projector
- Large screen (electronically operated)
- Lapel and roving microphone
- CD player
Additional conference services by arrangement are:
- Telephones (can be used for modem link-up)
- Television link-up between all three conference rooms
- 3-phase power
- Secretarial services, such as typing, photocopying and printing
Facilities
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Location
From:
King Shaka International Airport
La Mercy, Durban, South Africa
1. Head southeast toward Mdloti St/D144 650 m
2. Turn left at Mdloti St/D144 2.0 km
3. Take the ramp onto Outer Ring Rd/N2 Partial toll road 15.0 km
4. Take exit 210 for M4 toward Ballito Dr/Ballito/ Compensation 600 m
5. Turn left at Ballito Dr/M4 (signs for Compensation) 750 m
6. Take the 2nd right 900 m
7. Make a U-turn 1.2 km
8. Turn right 130 m
9. Take the 1st left Destination will be on the left 24 m
Fairmont Zimbali Lodge
Ballito, Durban North Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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Rating: Excellent
Good day,
1. Location is excellent
2. Friendliness was excellent
3. Value for money; excellent
4. Cleanliness; excellent
5. Overall impression: excellent
the stay for my wife and I was beyond expectation, it is truly a remarkable experience.
Thank you and regards,
Getter Prithvraj
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