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There are 3 Zimbali hotel options when visiting the Zimbali Coastal Resort. They are the Fairmont Zimbali Resort, the Fairmont Zimbali Lodge and the Forest Suites Wellness and Resort Spa. They are world class facilities that offer a wide range of amenities. The Zimbali Coastal Resort is located north of Durban and borders the seaside town of Ballito. The Durban climate is inviting year round and beaches can be enjoyed even in the winter months. The Zimbali hotel is mere minutes away from the King Shaka International Airport. Kulula and Mango flights are regularly seen at the airport because the cheapness of their tickets are in such high demand. Also, there are many Mango flights arriving and departing the airport several times a day.  The Zimbali estate is famous for its tranquillity, safety and dedication to preserving the natural plants and wildlife in the area. The resort was built to accommodate these aspects and even now, are still being protected. It is for this reason that pets are not allowed onto the estate. Loud barking may scare the rare birds and wildlife that roam around freely.

Zimbali Hotel – Lodge

This boutique hotel sits within the well secured Zimbali Coastal Resort. Safety is of the highest concern here together with nature conservation. The decor of the lodges 76 rooms is warm and inviting yet with the sort of exclusivity that one comes to expect from a Zimbali hotel. All rooms open up to a balcony with scenic views of the estate and ocean. All Zimbali hotel rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi capabilities and a choice of satellite television channels. The lodge offers 2 restaurant choices namely the Thandi Restaurant and the Trophy Bar although room service is also available. The lodge is fully equipped to deal with conferences with many options to choose from to host an event be it social or business. Conference centers are available at this zimbali hotel for business, social or wedding functions. The rooms are capable of a wide range of seating methods and catering is also provided. The outdoor is just as mesmerizing with an infinity pool to relax at. Special offers for the rooms are offered all year round as Durban is seen as a year round destination.

Zimbali Hotel –  Resort

The resort which is the bigger Zimbali hotel has over 150 rooms. These include a presidential suite, penthouse and Fairmont Heritage Place Villas. The rooms are decorated to have a modern feel with opulence. This Zimbali hotel has three swimming pools to choose from to relax at. The conference rooms at this Zimbali hotel include 2 boardrooms, a ballroom and a courtyard, and caters for a bigger audience than the lodge. As with the lodge, the areas can be used for business or social events. The Zimbali hotel is a perfect venue for weddings. A choice of locations within the hotel can be used for either the ceremony or the reception. The exquisitely maintained surroundings offer one of the best backdrops for wedding pictures. The airport is so near and Mango flights are so affordable, that it makes the Zimbali hotel an even more perfect venue.  This Zimbali hotel has 8 restaurants to choose from with food choices ranging from full buffets, sushi, Asian fusion, and afternoon tea. Menus are planned by the internationally renowned chefs working there. The Zimbali Resort is also home to the Willow Stream Spa. Spa facials and massages are elevated to give the utmost in pampering. There are nine treatment rooms with access to a steam room and fitness center as well.

Forest Suites Wellness and Resort Spa

The Forest Suites is a boutique hotel with 10 decadently yet earthy decorated rooms. Each room has a bedroom and spacious living area with a dining table and sofa bed. All suites has its own balcony and is surrounded by the golf course. The major pull of the Forest Suite Zimbali Hotel is the Mangwanani Spa which is located on its premises. Highly skilled therapists here have become known for the relaxing treatments.

Zimbali Hotel – Activities

There are many things to spend your time on when holidaying at the Zimbali hotels and you won’t even need to leave the estate to experience them. For the sporting types there are tennis and squash courts. The golf course has been specially designed for Zimbali so you will be playing on world class greens. Along with golf, guests can enjoy squash and tennis. Hiking and cycling can also be done and this is a good opportunity to explore the conservation areas of the estate. There are pathways that need to be adhered to, so as not to destroy or disturb any of the wildlife and plants found there. There is a children’s playground for kiddies so they don’t miss out on any fun. 

Zimbali Hotel Services

• There is a full room cleaning service. Shoe shining, ironing, laundry and dry cleaning can be done as well.
• The Zimbali hotel also offers child care services if adults would like some time for themselves.
• Concierge and butlers are available to attend to all requests.
• Currency exchange can be done at the Zimbali hotel allowing for fewer logistics when traveling here.
• Shuttle services are available from the hotel, around the area and to the airport.
• Zimbali hotel fully caters for its business guests by providing work space, telephones and secretarial services.