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Ilala Lodge


Hotel class 4.0 of 5
411 Livingstone Way, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

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4 of 5 stars
Los Angeles
3 Dec 2009 | Trip type: Couples

2 nights in Ilala, booked by our travel agent, not disappointed. Nice lobby, friendly service, nice rooms. Warthogs playing around outside our sliding glass door, which was a treat since it gives feeling that you are right there in the middle of the bush. Dinner at the restaurant which was very good. Probably the closest hotel to the Falls, so... more

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5 of 5 stars
Cherry Hill, NJ
17 Nov 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed for three nights and were very pleased with Ilala Lodge as our choice for Victoria Falls. The hotel is beautiful with and at once elegant and comfortable. The room was large with sliding glass doors looking out to the garden. The bathroom was large and clean. The restaurant was outstanding and far exceeded expectations for dinner. Loved the... more

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4 of 5 stars
South Africa
11 Nov 2009 | Trip type: Couples
2
people found this review helpful

We had a lovely 2 night stay at ilala lodge and loved it! The hotel itself is well maintained and perfectly positioned for visiting the falls and exploring the town. Our deluxe room had a spacious private balcony with views of the spray rising from the falls, and the sound of the falls rocked us to sleep at night. The... more

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IlalaVictoriaFalls, Guest Relations Manager

Thank you so much for your wonderful write up of the hotel. It was great meeting you both and we hope to see more of you on Zim turf in the future.

Great hotel
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4 of 5 stars
South Australia
25 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1
person found this review helpful

We only spent one night here but I would definitely stay again if we came back to Victoria Falls. The hotel is clean and the staff were great. It's also only a short walk to the actual falls and into the main street. Wish we had more time to enjoy the pool and bar. more

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IlalaVictoriaFalls, Guest Relations Manager

Thank you most kindly for your much valued feedback. Indeed one night is a very short stop over and we encourage you to return to Zimbabwe and enjoy more of what Victoria Falls and the country has to offer... We look forward to welcoming you back to Ilala Lodge.

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5 of 5 stars
Pleasant Ridge, Michigan
22 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel
2
people found this review helpful

The hotel is comfortable and beautiful inside and out, but not stuffy. The room was good-sized and nicely decorated with french doors out to the manicured garden. Very friendly staff at the front desk, the bar and the restaurant. Had a wonderful dinner and breakfast at the hotel also. You get the impression that the staff is genuinely happy that... more

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IlalaVictoriaFalls, Guest Relations Manager

Thank you so much for your positive feedback on your stay with us. I am happy to hear that you felt genuinely welcomed by our team and that you enjoyed your dining experiences in the restaurant. We look forward to seeing you back one day in Victoria Falls.

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5 of 5 stars
Los Algeles
29 Sep 2009 | Trip type: Couples
2
people found this review helpful

Our first trip to Zimbabwe and we were very pleased. The location was perfect. Walking distance to Victoria Falls. The rooms were very nice and very clean. The food was excellent! We eagerly tried the Alligator and Warthog and LOVED it! The staff were extremely helpful and very pleasant. There is so much to do there! We did the Elephant... more

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IlalaVictoriaFalls, Guest Relations Manager

Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us at Ilala Lodge Hotel. It's great to hear that you truly enjoyed your experience in Vic Falls and yes I agree, there is so much to do out here so I hope that you will have the chance to venture out to Africa again!!

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5 of 5 stars
Caoe Town
15 Sep 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

The hotel has made some improvements which are noticeable and takes it to a much higher level of service and offering. The food was fantastic and the whole feel of the place was great and will be my place of choice for accommodation next time I visit Vic Falls. Highly recommend also an evening cruise on the Rai Ikane sunset... more

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IlalaVictoriaFalls, Guest Relations Manager

Thank you for your positive feedback on the hotel's refurbishment; we are striving to offer a 5 star product and it is great to hear that you felt there was a higher level of service. We look forward to seeing you again on your next trip up to the Falls.

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4 of 5 stars
TX
8 Sep 2009

This hotel was very clean, with a lovely lobby area and pool area. The views from the patio of the mist from Victoria Falls and beyond are gorgeous. Our room was very clean and well maintained, with double doors that walk out to the grounds. There was even a friendly (??) warthog out there!! The staff was all friendly, helpful,... more

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IlalaVictoriaFalls, Guest Relations Manager

Thank you for taking the time to write a review on your stay with us at Ilala. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with us, we have actually recently had another visitor besides the friendly warthogs on our front lawns, with ivory tusks and long trunks so hopefully you will get the chance to see them...

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5 of 5 stars
Los Angeles
31 Aug 2009 | Trip type: Family

We stayed at the Ilala Lodge for two nights in August and were very pleased with the hotel. We had two adjoining rooms that were clean and comfortable with views of the gardens and the mist of the Falls in the distance. Elephants visited one evening which was interesting to watch. We ate our breakfasts and dinners at the hotel... more

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IlalaVictoriaFalls, Guest Relations Manager

Thank you for taking the time to write such a great review on your stay with us. We have recently contracted an executive chef to upgrade the skills in the kitchen and expand our menus and as part of Zimbabwe's return to normality we are now able to accept payments online with the use of Visa cards. We look forward...

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5 of 5 stars
San Francisco
31 Aug 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel
1
person found this review helpful

First trip to Zimbabwe and met by excellent staff, always smiling and willing to assist in any manner. Located a mere 10 minutes walk to Victoria Falls; you can literally see the spray of the falls from the hotel. Zambezi Wilderness Safari tours stationed inside the fantastic hotel was crucial for booking the most amazing excursions; recommend Walk with the... more

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IlalaVictoriaFalls, Guest Relations Manager

Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel. It was great meeting you during your stay with us and it is wonderful hearing that you enjoyed all your activities booked through ZWS. You will definately have to plan a return trip to Africa and make a visit out to Livingstone Island and enjoy the Warthog special again....

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