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The Zimbali Coastal Resort has been described as paradise, whether you are a homeowner on the estate or a holidaymaker. The serenity, beauty and wildlife of the Zimbali Coastal Resort is heavily guarded. Indigenous wildlife are a common sight around the estate with the blue duiker, bush bucks and velvet monkeys commonly sighted. It was part of their ideal to fit around the environment and not bulldoze over it. Visitors to the Zimbali Coastal Resort can choose between many Zimbali holiday rentals leased out by property owners or the 3 world class hotels. There is the Fairmont Zimbali Resort or the Fairmont Zimbali Lodge. Both hotels offer many dining options and chefs at these restaurants are internationally renowned. Another hotel option is the Forest Suites Wellness and Resort Spa. The architectural theme is consistent throughout the Zimbali Coastal Resort and was Asian inspired. Ballito, which is 5 minutes away offers all further amenities for shopping, entertainment and medical needs. The King Shaka International Airport is 10 minutes away and shuttle services are available for pick-ups and drop-offs. Local airlines such as Kulula and Mango airlines offer daily flights into Durban. Reasonably priced tickets are also offered by Kulula and Mango Airlines as this is their niche market. Tourist locations within driving distance from the Zimbali Coastal Resort include the Phinda Game Reserve, Hluhluwe Game Park and the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park. The Zimbali Coastal Resort is fully secure with boom gate entrances, CCTV cameras, security doing foot patrols and electric fencing around the entire estate.

Zimbali Residential Estate

Many of the private home owners at the Zimbali Coastal Resort live out of the province and bought of their homes for the investment value. Renting out their home to holiday makers offers a good profit margin. Renters get the full vacation experience but with all the comforts of home in a tranquil and picturesque destination. Homes are fully furnished offering many modern comforts and the latest in interior designs. Guests at the rentals will also be privy to many of the facilities at the Zimbali Coastal Resort. Renters who have a preference for the estate for their holidays can make use of the Resort Life publication. This glossy magazine is published twice yearly and aims to keep investors, prospective property owners and travelers informed on all thing Zimbali. Renters can also be assured of the high level of security but must also adhere to the rules of the estate. Driving can only be done to a maximum of 25 km per hour. Wildlife are not to be harmed and are free to roam around. Plant life must also not be destroyed.

Zimbali Lodge

One of the 2 Fairmont hotels on offer at the Zimbali Coastal Resort is the Zimbali Lodge. Only 10 minutes away from the King Shaka International Airport, there is not much road travel to the lodge once you get off the plane. This boutique hotel has gained much international praise since it opened and is widely regarded as an all season destination. Year round activities and events, as well as the warm Durban climate see that this is attained. The lodge has 76 guest rooms. Decor is a blend of warm earthy tones with a touch of splendour. All rooms offer Wi-Fi and multiple satellie television channels. The lodge has an infinity pool with palm trees surrounding it. The Thandi restaurant and the Trophy Bar offer dining options in addition to room service. The lodge offers multiple conference facilities as well. There is a 10 seat boardroom with 2 additional conference rooms. There are also other options for a corporate or social function. The Fairmont Zimbali lodge is ideal as a conference facility that can easily be turned into a relaxing holiday away.

Zimbali Resort

The second Fairmont hotel on offer at the Zimbali Coastal Estate is the exclusive Zimbali Resort. The hotel has over 150 rooms which includes a penthouse, presidential suite and 18 Fairmont Heritage Place Villas. The rooms have been described as having a cosmopolitan and modern flair to them with large bathrooms that offer complimentary Le Labo products. There are three swimming pools at the hotel and the conference facilities here include 2 boardrooms, a ballroom and a courtyard as pre function space. These spaces can entertain for business or social events. The Zimbali Resort also has a host of dining options to choose from with in-house restaurants such as Ayoba, OSA, Dalchini and Coral Tree. In total there are 8 restaurants within the Zimbali Resort to choose from. They offer Asian fusion, full buffets, sushi and afternoon tea among others. The Willow Stream Spa is located in the Zimbali Resort and guests can treat themselves to many luxury spa treatments such as massages and facials. The spa has nine private treatment rooms, a fitness center and a steam room.

Forest Suites Wellness and Resort Spa

The Forest Suites Wellness and Resort Spa is a boutique hotel also available on the Zimbali Coastal Estate. The 10 luxuriously decorated rooms keep with the warm earthy tones seen on the rest of the estate and include all amenities. The Mangwanani spa is housed here with skilled therapists offering treatments passed down from generation to generation.

Zimbali Country Club

The Zimbali Country Club sits in the middle of the specially designed golf course and plays host to further amenities at Zimbali. Other than golf, there are tennis courts, a bar, lounge and putting greens. Membership to the club is compulsory to all homeowners on the Zimbali Coastal Resort and guests at the Fairmont hotels can enjoy special pricing. Mango airlines offer low prices on tickets into Durban, to enjoy a game on this world class course, all year round.