Ilala Lodge Hotel - Victoria Falls

4-star family-run hotel in Victoria Falls with private gardens bordering the national park

Location & Grounds

Ilala Lodge Hotel sits within 2 km of Victoria Falls, bordered by the Victoria Falls National Park and the Zambezi National Park. The hotel's gardens open directly onto the national park, allowing local wildlife such as elephants, hippos, and warthogs to roam the grounds. Guests can see the spray of Victoria Falls from multiple points on the property and enjoy two swimming pools surrounded by lush greenery.

Dining

The award-winning Cassia Restaurant serves meals on a patio overlooking the hotel's manicured gardens with views toward Victoria Falls. A nightly live piano performance accompanies dinner, while the Poolside Bar offers drinks with direct garden views. The restaurant provides al-fresco dining, special diet menus, and a wine list that complements the gourmet cuisine.

Rooms

Each air-conditioned room opens onto a private balcony or patio, with seating areas and satellite TV. Many rooms offer direct views of the gardens where wildlife like bushbuck, warthogs, and baboons are often seen. The family-run management ensures personalized service, and turn-down service is provided daily.

Activities & Wellness

The hotel's tours and activities desk arranges game drives, helicopter flights over the falls, bungee jumping, and white-water rafting. Guests can book spa treatments including massages, and the hotel offers a foot bath and outdoor swimming pool with towel service. Evening entertainment and organized excursions to Chobe National Park are also available from the property.

Family & Sustainability

Ilala Lodge Hotel provides babysitting services, spacious family rooms, and a concierge that helps families plan age-appropriate activities. The hotel runs sustainable practices including wildlife conservation initiatives and community projects within the Victoria Falls area. Children can enjoy the gardens and wildlife sightings from the safety of the hotel grounds.

• Location: 8-minute walk from Victoria Falls, bordering Victoria Falls National Park
• Rooms: Luxurious accommodations with private balconies and local art decor
• Dining: Award-winning Cassia Restaurant with panoramic garden views
• Wellness: Two swimming pools, spa services, and massage treatments
• Activities: Daily game drives, white-water rafting, and helicopter tours arranged on-site
• Sustainability: Active wildlife conservation and environmental preservation initiatives