Ilala Lodge Hotel

This lodge was more than we could have imagined. We stayed for 4 nights and are sad to leave. The staff are extremely friendly and will do anything to make your stay comfortable. The breakfast is fabulous. Selection of juices, tea/coffee, yogurt, fruit, cereals, pastries and you have a hot breakfast menu which you can alter however to your liking. If they have it, they will do it for you. The lunch and dinners are beautifully presented and tasting. Poolside and room service also available. Two pools - a big one and a smaller one. Not heated of course but the African sun is so hot the coolness is refreshing. The rooms are beautiful and have everything you need (except a hairdryer). I had my own so no big deal for me. And now the location! So close to everything you need to do here. Banks, souvenir shops and a supermarket not too far away. Everything we did we had a transfer and they were fantastic. They helped us through the border processes when necessary. You can see the mist rising off Victoria Falls and the lodge looks out to luscious green grass which continues into the dryness of the national park which attracts the wild animals. Whilst we were there we saw many animals that came onto this green grass and into the park. These are right out the the front of the rooms, eating areas and pools. Hippopotamus, elephant, baboons, mongoose, spotted bushbucks, warthogs & buffalo. A truly amazing place!

Hippos just beyond our patio!! A-ma-zing!! Excellent location, walking distance to the Falls, the town, and the ziplines (cafe and viewing area if you're not brave enough to participate!). Shout out to Lucky (always smiling) and our kind waitress, Michelle.

Thank you for a wonderful stay at your lovely hotel. Thank you to each and every member of staff. They are charming, friendly and extremely efficient. Our room was good, with a lovely terrace, and we could watch the wildlife morning and early evening. We enjoyed our meals, so nicely prepared and presented, and dinner was in a most convivial atmosphere. How super that the hotel is located so close to the Falls. Thank you to all.

3 nights spent here as part of a longer trip. A warm welcome by friendly staff helping us to settle in quickly. They provide bug spray but also treat the grounds for mosquito. Large comfortable bed and very large bathroom with shower. Lovely towels and bed linen. The pool area is small and would be crowded at peak time but we didn't visit Victoria falls for a poolside holiday. The short drive to the falls is a must see. The bar is under the supervision of Basil who is a gentleman and knows how to look after his guests. Dinner was lovely, reasonable choice and beautifully presented. Breakfast is cooked to order as well as cold options. The huge pots of tea were appreciated. One small criticism - We asked several times about changing larger dollar bills for small for tips without success. Finally we were advised to go to the bank, 100m away to get changed. I'm sure that the hotel could provide this service to save guests the hassle and being harassed by hawkers on the way to the bank. The property is spotless and well placed to enjoy all that Victoria falls has to offer.