Ilala Lodge 

A short walk from Victoria Falls

A quaint hotel commanding a fantastic position near to the entrance of Victoria Falls.

If you're looking to stay near Victoria Falls, Ilala Lodge has the perfect setting. The famous landmark is just a short walking distance from Ilala Lodge and features in most viewing spots in and around this quaint family-run property.

Positioned within a wildlife-rich landscape, the hotel not only offers a superb location, but a wonderfully laid-back atmosphere. For tired sightseers, the charming outdoor pool and landscaped gardens provide perfect rest and relaxation areas.

Why we love Ilala Lodge

  • You can see the spray of Victoria Falls from your terrace

  • You can often see elephants, warthogs and hippos grazing in the gardens

  • The teak furnishings in the rooms are made from Zimbabwean railway sleepers giving a feeling of nostalgia

  • Dining al fresco, under the stars, listening to the rumble of the forest and seeing the ‘smoke’ from the Falls gives you a real sense of place

4 stars
Located on the Zimbabwean side of the Zambezi, Ilala Lodge is perfectly positioned just a 10-minute walk from Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a 25-minute drive from Victoria Falls International Airport

Facilities

  • Restaurants & bars
  • Board
  • Activities
  • Sustainability

À la carte meals are served in the award-winning Palm Restaurant that offers al fresco dining where you can hear the roar of the Falls as you enjoy fish and meat dishes accompanied by South African wines.

Whats Included

Breakfast included.

You are just a short walk to Victoria Falls and also the town where there are shops, restaurants and a market offering plenty of souvenirs. Cruises on the Zambezi are popular, particularly at sunset.

The hotel supports wildlife conservation through donations to the Victoria Falls Anti-Poaching Unit. They also support a number of community projects. The first Friday of every month, staff get involved with a clean up of the town and to reduce litter, they have installed baboon-proof bins.

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