Zimbabwe Camps & Lodges
Ilala Lodge, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
A Lodge or Hotel in Zimbabwe
Camp Details
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
The hotel is ideally located in the hustle and bustle of town, within walking distance of all historical sites, restaurants and activities in Victoria Falls. Offering warm and welcoming true African hospitality, our friendly and attentive staff will ensure that your visit is perfect in every way.
The award-winning Cassia Restaurant at Ilala Lodge Hotel is famous for its delicious gourmet cuisine and attracts guests worldwide. Diners can see the spray and hear the sounds of Victoria Falls, locally known as the ‘Smoke That Thunders’, while they enjoy the al-fresco dining under the starry African skies that the Cassia Restaurant offers. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime.
WHY CHOOSE ILALA LODGE?
- Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
- Diners can see the spray and hear the sounds of Victoria Falls, locally known as the ‘Smoke That Thunders’, while they enjoy the al-fresco dining under the starry African skies that the Palm Restaurant offers.
- Explore the lush wilderness surrounding the town on a game drive, surf the rapids on a Zambezi River white-water rafting expedition, get your heart racing as you bungee jump off the Victoria Falls Bridge, or view the fall from the exhilarating angle of Devil’s Pools on the edge of the plunging water.
Questions about Ilala Lodge
How close is the hotel to the Falls?
About an eight-minute walk, and it is in the middle of town, within walking distance of the historical sites, restaurants and activity operators. That makes it an easy base if you would rather not depend on transfers. Rates start from around US$271 per person per night.
What is the dining like?
The award-winning Cassia Restaurant is the draw, serving al fresco under the night sky with the spray and sound of the Falls in view. Warthog and impala often graze on the hotel lawns while guests eat, which is unusual for a hotel in the centre of town.
What activities can we arrange from here?
Game drives in the wilderness around town, white-water rafting on the Zambezi, a bungee jump from the Victoria Falls Bridge, and Devil's Pools on the very lip of the falls. The hotel is family-run and set in attractive gardens, so there is somewhere quiet to come back to.
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Ilala Lodge Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 April 2026 - 31 March 2027 | Classic Rooms | US $ 271 |
| 2026 | 1 April 2026 - 31 March 2027 | Deluxe Rooms | US $ 329 |
| 2026 | 1 April 2026 - 31 March 2027 | Classic Suites | US $ 421 |
| 2026 | 1 April 2026 - 31 March 2027 | Executive Suite | US $ 487 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Ilala Lodge rates include: en-suite accommodation, breakfast, statutory 2% tourism levy & 15% VAT.
Questions about Ilala Lodge
How close is the hotel to the Falls?
About an eight-minute walk, and it is in the middle of town, within walking distance of the historical sites, restaurants and activity operators. That makes it an easy base if you would rather not depend on transfers. Rates start from around US$271 per person per night.
What is the dining like?
The award-winning Cassia Restaurant is the draw, serving al fresco under the night sky with the spray and sound of the Falls in view. Warthog and impala often graze on the hotel lawns while guests eat, which is unusual for a hotel in the centre of town.
What activities can we arrange from here?
Game drives in the wilderness around town, white-water rafting on the Zambezi, a bungee jump from the Victoria Falls Bridge, and Devil's Pools on the very lip of the falls. The hotel is family-run and set in attractive gardens, so there is somewhere quiet to come back to.
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Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome at Ilala Lodge.
Questions about Ilala Lodge
How close is the hotel to the Falls?
About an eight-minute walk, and it is in the middle of town, within walking distance of the historical sites, restaurants and activity operators. That makes it an easy base if you would rather not depend on transfers. Rates start from around US$271 per person per night.
What is the dining like?
The award-winning Cassia Restaurant is the draw, serving al fresco under the night sky with the spray and sound of the Falls in view. Warthog and impala often graze on the hotel lawns while guests eat, which is unusual for a hotel in the centre of town.
What activities can we arrange from here?
Game drives in the wilderness around town, white-water rafting on the Zambezi, a bungee jump from the Victoria Falls Bridge, and Devil's Pools on the very lip of the falls. The hotel is family-run and set in attractive gardens, so there is somewhere quiet to come back to.
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