Lodge · Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel
Ilala Lodge Hotel is in a prime location, guests can walk just 8 minutes from the lodge to the magnificent Victoria Falls, making it the closest hotel to the falls on the Zimbabwean side. Situated in the heart of Victoria Falls town, the hotel provides effortless access to various historical sites, restaurants, and activities in the bustling town center.
From $270 per person sharing, per night
About the lodge
An overview of Ilala Lodge Hotel.
Ilala Lodge Hotel is in a prime location, guests can walk just 8 minutes from the lodge to the magnificent Victoria Falls, making it the closest hotel to the falls on the Zimbabwean side. Situated in the heart of Victoria Falls town, the hotel provides effortless access to various historical sites, restaurants, and activities in the bustling town center.
Highlights
- A full-service beauty spa for relaxation.
- Conferencing facilities equipped for business needs.
- Two swimming pools—a large pool for leisurely swims and a plunge pool for cooling off.
- A poolside bar and lounge area.
You Should Know
Children of all ages are welcome at Ilala Lodge Hotel.
The lodge will be closed from January 19th to March 1st, 2025.
The Details
Ilala Lodge Hotel provides a variety of accommodation options, ranging from Classic Rooms to luxurious Suites, designed to cater to every guest's needs. Spread across three levels, each room and suite is ideally situated to overlook the hotel's lush gardens and the wildlife national park.
Strategically oriented towards the majestic Victoria Falls, all rooms offer guests the spectacular sight of mist rising from the waterfall. This beautiful natural display ensures an unforgettable experience.
The Rooms
32 Classic Rooms: Located in the Pool and Garden Wing, these rooms offer a cosy ambience with easy access to the pool area.
36 Deluxe Rooms: Situated in the Deluxe Wing, these rooms provide enhanced comfort and amenities for a more luxurious stay.
2 Classic Suites: Found in the Pool Wing, these suites offer spacious interiors and added luxury.
2 Executive Suites: These suites provide top-tier accommodations with premium features.
1 Strathearn Suite: This exclusive suite is the pinnacle of luxury, offering the finest amenities and expansive space for ultimate comfort.
The Cassia Restaurant
The hotel's acclaimed Cassia Restaurant is renowned for its exquisite cuisine and comprehensive wine list. Guests dining here enjoy the added ambience of Victoria Falls' distant rumble, enhancing the culinary experience with its natural soundtrack.
Amenities
The hotel offers a range of amenities designed to enhance guest comfort and convenience, including a full-service beauty spa, state-of-the-art conferencing facilities, and two swimming pools—a spacious main pool and a more intimate plunge pool. Additional luxuries include a poolside bar, a comfortable lounge area, and ample sun loungers and private cabanas for relaxation.
Price Includes
Accommodation and breakfast are included, along with a minibar stocked initially with complimentary mineral water, two beers, and two cokes. Mineral water is replenished twice daily.
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup.
The same as booking direct
Rates and dates.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 31 Mar 2027
Green season
1 Apr 2026 – 31 Mar 2027
Bed & Breakfast - Daily breakfast, minibar with a selection of mineral water, beers and soft drinks
$270
per person · night
Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Current offers
Special offer available.
Family
SADC: Save upto 70%. Valid until 31 May 2026
Family policies
Travelling with children.
What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Ilala Lodge Hotel, current as of May 2026. They plan family trips here all the time, so anything below that needs arranging, they will sort. For the bigger picture, see our guide to safari with children .
- Minimum ages
- Stay All ages · Game drives All ages · Walking safari All ages
- Child rates
- Children under 12 sharing with parents receive reduced rates across Classic, Deluxe, and Classic Suite room types. Children aged 3 and under stay free of charge when sharing with parents or other paying guests.
- Family rooms
- Family unit available.
- Care
- No dedicated kids' programme · Babysitting available
- Exceptions
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All rooms accommodate a maximum of 2 guests (except the Classic Suites), or 2 guests plus an infant in a cot. The Strathearn Family Suite accommodates up to 6 guests (Strathearn Suite interconnecting with an Executive Suite and a twin Deluxe Room) with the 6th person staying free. Classic and Deluxe interconnecting room sets are also available for families. Ilala Lodge is a Victoria Falls town hotel and does not offer game drives or walking safaris in-house.
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A closer look.
Your specialist for this lodge
Safari Specialist - Southern Africa & East Africa
Knows Ilala Lodge Hotel backwards. Your direct contact from first enquiry to the day you come home.
With Candis and Lana across the team.
"Booked an 11-day tour starting and finishing in Johannesburg and including Victoria Falls, Chobe and the Okavango Delta. The service from Cearl was very professional with numerous options discussed before settling on the final version. Prices seemed to be very reasonable."
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Let's design your stay.
From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at Ilala Lodge Hotel: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.
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