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Ilala Lodge Hotel

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe), Zimbabwe

Ilala Lodge Hotel

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Is the Ilala Lodge Hotel for Me?

Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located only 8 minutes away from the spectacular Victoria Falls, making it geographically the closest hotel to the waterfall on the Zimbabwean side.

As a family-run hotel, Ilala Lodge has 73 stylish, well-appointed rooms, that offer the ultimate in comfort and luxury.

The hotel’s location affords guests unique views of the mist that rises from the mighty waterfall, known as the ‘smoke that thunders

Experience gourmet dining at Ilala Lodge Hotels’ top-rated Cassia Restaurant.

Centrally located only minutes away from Victoria Falls, the newly-renamed restaurant offers a delicious breakfast buffet, lunch and al fresco evening dining under the starry African sky.

Relive the historical journey embarked by David Livingstone exploring the mighty Zambezi River aboard the Ra-Ikane fleet.

Named after his instrumental guide, the boats represent the grace of a bygone era honouring the rich history of Victoria Falls and its explorers, adventurers and heroes.

The Ra-Ikane offers a variety of cruises, including birdwatching, breakfast, lunch and sunset, as well as private charters.

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Ilala Lodge Hotel Rooms

The Ilala Lodge Hotel has 73 rooms. Select a room for more details.

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Activities offered by Ilala Lodge Hotel

Activities on site

Game Drives

Walking Safaris

Bird Watching

Cycling

Activities off site

Boat Cruise

Golf

Scenic Flight

Cultural Tour

Canoeing

Canopy Tours

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