Victoria Falls

Ilala Lodge

Q: How much does it cost to stay at Ilala Lodge?

Stays at Ilala Lodge start from around US$270 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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Ilala Lodge

About Ilala Lodge

A lovely, hotel-style lodge that's so close to the Falls, you can feel the spray!

This boutique hotel is perched virtually on the edge of the Victoria Falls gorge, and its relaxing atmosphere is offset by the rumble of 'The Smoke that Thunders' and the spray that rises from them day and night. From this magnificent setting, it's just a 15-minute walk to the cascade. The town is close too, with its markets, shops and restaurants – and hustling vendors. This luxury retreat, with its discreetly elegant decor, elegant thatched buildings and beautiful gardens, is the perfect place to stay to visit the falls or take part in some of the adrenalin-spiking activities on offer.

Victoria Falls , Zimbabwe

From $270 per person/per night

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73 Rooms

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The property

The main lodge has comfortable seating areas, the award-winning Palm Restaurant, which has an à la carte menu (ostrich steak is a must) and patio seating accompanied by the roar of the falls. Don't miss the huge and excellent breakfast buffet. The service is friendly and laidback to suit the hotel style. The lovely gardens are regularly visited by warthogs, monkeys and mongoose - and if luck is on your side, an ambling elephant. And the pool provides a spot to cool off with a cocktail.

The rooms

Ilala Lodge has 73 rooms and suites, all spacious and with en-suite bathrooms. The decor is stylish and understated, the rooms are bright, the beds are comfortable with high-quality cotton linens and lovely toiletries are provided. The polished teak furniture is all made from disused railway sleepers. All have patio doors leading onto either an open lawn or a balcony, and the aircon is very welcome in summer.

Activities

Looking for excitement? Skim the rapids on a raft, kayak on the Zambezi, bungee-jump from the Victoria Falls bridge (it's an 111-metre plunge to the river!), swim in the "Devil’s Pool" (a small rock pool right on the edge of the falls) or view the splendour from above in a light aircraft. Prefer less-frantic adventures? Explore the national parks, cruise on the river (lovely at sunset) or take a heritage rail trip. Activities can be arranged at the lodge.

Why we love it

Being within spitting distance of one of the greatest wonders of the natural world (and in rather lovely surroundings).

Insiders Tip

Spoil yourself with an upgrade to a deluxe room in the newest wing of the hotel - it's worth the small extra cost.

Something to think about

It's worth noting that hotels near the Falls do hear the helicopters overhead (plus the roaring water!), so if you're a light sleeper, be warned.

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How to book Ilala Lodge

How do I book Ilala Lodge?

Ilala Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Zimbabwe trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Zimbabwe trips featuring Ilala Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Zimbabwe specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Ilala Lodge?

Stays at Ilala Lodge start from around $270 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe

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