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Fairmont Zimbali Lodge

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Zimbali Estate, PO Box 404 | Umhlali, Ballito 4390, South Africa
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Fairmont Zimbali Lodge
Ranked #2 of 6 hotels in Ballito
4.0 of 5 stars 67 Reviews
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Johannesburg, South Africa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

I just came back from a 3 day stay at Zimbali Lodge. It looks like it was the place to go some years a go. it does need "refreshment". Service is not 5 star at all. My comments on this: 1. On the first day I requested a golf cart to pick me up from the room and after calling... More

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Dubai
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012
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We recently visited Zimbali Lodge for 4 days. I read the negative reviews with interest, as I could see how these things (do's and don'ts, speed limits, strict security) could be annoying. Personally, I really liked the hotel and had a lovely stay. Check in was quick, before I knew it I had a refreshing juice in hand (welcome after... More

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Joanne Du Plooy, Public Relations Manager at Fairmont Zimbali Lodge, responded to this review
21 May 2012

Dear Triggie Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We strive to turn moments into memories for our guests, and from your review your "bush break" did just that for you! We look forward to welcoming you back to Fairmont Zimbali Lodge in the future. Kind Regards The Fairmont Zimbali Lodge Team More

Toronto, Canada
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

This is supposed to be 5-star comfort. It is kinda, but the staff needs serious retraining. They don't knock on you door just wonce to make sure you're okay, but endless times. pillows, water, anything they can ask you. even with the do-no-disturb sign on they knock. I lost my temper, asking them to finally leave me alone after 5... More

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Joanne Du Plooy, Public Relations Manager at Fairmont Zimbali Lodge, responded to this review
15 May 2012

Dear Paul Thank you for your very constructive feedback. We value all guest feedback, as it allows us an opportunity to grow as a brand and ensure that the needs of our guests are exceeded. We look forward to welcoming you to Fairmont Zimbali Lodge in the near future. Kind Regards The Fairmont Zimbali Lodge Team More

Cookham Dean, United Kingdom
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012
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Heard so much about this place on recent visits to SA so had to give it a try........ First impressions were tainted by being asked for my driving licence at security who insisted on scanning it before allowing us through. When asked why...told that it was part of the new security procedure and IIRC, was asked to sign a form... More

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Sydney, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012
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We stayed in one of the private villa's facing the beach for our friends wedding and thoroughly enjoyed our 5 days there. Our villa was beautifully appointed with everything you required. Our maid was both friendly and nurturing - wishing us all to have 'lots of babies' in our future :-) It was a culture shock having gated communities and... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012
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A wonderful location with excellent facilities and relaxing ambience. The staff were superb, the breakfasts to die for and the accommodation a colonial style with an air of luxury. We felt pampered and indulged from start to finish of our 4 day stay.

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Joanne Du Plooy, Public Relations Manager at Fairmont Zimbali Lodge, responded to this review
15 March 2012

Dear Sir We are truly delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We hope to you see you again soon! Kind Regards The Fairmont Zimbali Lodge Team More

Cape Town Central, South Africa
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012
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We just returned from a company conference at Zimbali. I was surprised by some of the negative reviews on this hotel. We were a large group of about 200 and the hotel managed very well. The rooms were well-appointed and spacious. There were buck, monkeys and birds around our garden room. The service was really very good although the food... More

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Schladming, Austria
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2012 via mobile
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Zimbali is a large luxury estate offering several types of accommodation. The lodge is a colonial-meets-Bali style hotel that stands in what appears to be a tropical rain forest setting. Stepping onto the patio of our room, we were enveloped by the massively impressive jungle-like gardens. A lovely way to enjoy a pre-dinner drink. Surprisingly this all exists on a... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012

We stayed at Fairmont Zimbali Lodge for 6 nights. An amazing experience! Beautiful hotel, great staff, complimentary shuttle to all areas in the lodge as well as the Fairmont Zimbali Resort which was also amazing. 4 swimming pools to choose from with great pool bars for cocktails and light lunches. 4 restaurants also to choose from, Ajoba was our favorite!!... More

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Colorado
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012
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We'd booked a Forest suite but they didn't have it available so we were downgraded to the Lodge. We were in room 406 which is a ground level room and it had a dead cockroach in the closet, ants in the bed and mold in the shower grout. The common areas are nicer, the beach is public so no chairs/umbrellas... More

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Address: Zimbali Estate, PO Box 404 | Umhlali, Ballito 4390, South Africa
Price range (per night):* 201 AUD - 276 AUD

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