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Zimbali suites

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach aparthotel with 3 restaurants

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Zimbali Suite 205 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Zimbali Suite 205 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Reception

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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5 Cork Wood, Douglas Crowe Drive, Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, 4420
  • Place, Casuarina Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballito Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Zimbali Suites 521

  • 438 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Zimbali Suites 104

  • 648 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Sea view

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Zimbali Suites 414 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Zimbali Suites 414

  • 648 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Sea view

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Zimbali Suites 224 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Zimbali Suites 224

  • 648 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Garden view

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Zimbali Suite 516 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Zimbali Suite 516

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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Zimbali Suite 517 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Zimbali Suite 517

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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Zimbali Suite 205 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Zimbali Suite 205

  • 648 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Sea view

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Zimbali Suite 523 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Zimbali Suite 523

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Zimbai Suite 524

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

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Zimbali Suite 113 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Zimbali Suite 113

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Sea view

About the neighborhood

Ballito

Close to the beach.You'll find Casuarina Beach and Open Park within 3 miles (5 km) of this aparthotel. Holla Trails and Netcare Alberlito Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Casuarina Beach - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Ballito Beach - 8 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Thompson's Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 21 min drive - 17.9 miles
  • uShaka Marine World - 37 min drive - 35.9 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fireroom - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Concha - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Galley - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Soi 55 Thai Eatery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Fiamma Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Zimbali suites

3.5-star beach aparthotel with 3 restaurants
Zimbali suites offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Zimbali suites.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Ballito aparthotel.

  • 106 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2016
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Zimbali suites offers 106 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 48-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor pool
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Restaurants on site

  • Coral Tree Restaurant

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Electrical adapters

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 106 units
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Zimbali suites

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: ZAR 1000.00 per stay
  • A damage deposit of ZAR 1000.00 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the aparthotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Zimbali suites Apartment Ballito
Zimbali suites Apartment
Zimbali suites Ballito
Zimbali suites Ballito
Zimbali suites Aparthotel
Zimbali suites Aparthotel Ballito

Frequently asked questions

How close is Zimbali suites to the airport?

Zimbali suites is 11.2 mi (18-min drive) away from the King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Zimbali suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Zimbali suites.

How close is Zimbali suites to the beach?

This aparthotel is 1.1 mi (2-min drive) from Casuarina Beach and 4.9 mi (14-min drive) from Ballito Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Zimbali suites offer free breakfast?

Zimbali suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Zimbali suites?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel, but Sibaya Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Zimbali suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Zimbali suites?

Free parking is not available at this aparthotel.

Does Zimbali suites have a pool?

Zimbali suites features an outdoor pool.

Does Zimbali suites have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does Zimbali suites have a spa?

This aparthotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body scrubs, body treatments, and mani/pedis.

How close is Zimbali suites to downtown Ballito?

Zimbali suites is 0.4 mi away from Port Zimbali.

Zimbali suites Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 42 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yurim

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mamokgethi

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great stay, hotel staff was amazing and helpful including house keeping. Great view and access to The Capital and gymnasium.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nombuso

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
What i loved the most is the beautiful aroma as you enter the suites, that invites you into what felt like a spa retreat! The cleanliness and softness of the bedding and fresh towels added to thr luxury experience. Entry and exit into the estate seems to be an inconvenience at first but definitely welcomed level of security. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality, we felt safe at all times.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neville

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sakhile

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spit right next to capital hotel. Amazing resort amenities, peacefully awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAHOMED NIZAM

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ruvimbo

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Kericia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Molefe

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and efficient service.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Munyaradzi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Nonhlanhla

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Gonaseelan

Traveled with family

Would need to be desperate to stay here again

Probably one of my worst check in experience ever. The communication, the reluctance to assist and just don’t care attitude of hospitality workers seems shocking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Ayanda

Not so good as before, some areas where closed, they was no light on our pool Suite
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort

What a joke!

We spent a family weekend here, with 2 couples sharing a 2 bed, 2 bath suite. The rooms were clean but very poorly equipped - remote controls didn’t work, there was no patio furniture & only one 2 seater couch for a 4 sleeper unit, hardly any crockery and glasses on the kitchen & whatever they was was from odd sets! Also no bedside lamps in bedrooms, threadbare towels and a light that shone all night outside the 2nd bedroom with no blind to block out the light. We didn’t sleep a wink until it went off with a timer at 5am. To top it all, there is no service directory and no telephone to call somebody in charge to get help. The general line which we googled was not answered when we called. There could have been a fire and nobody from “Management” would have been reachable!! What a joke!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

panayiota

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Denver

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

comfy

I was at first concerned after reading reviews however as a family of 4 we were very happy and comfortable in room 104. Very neat and clean, everything you could need. My kids loved it. thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
I booked a room with a queen bed. The day before my date I received a call from a lady who asked to move us to another room coz the couple that was suppose to vacate extended. I said it is ok provided it is a similar room. she said it is bigger. I got to the room we found a double bed in one room and a 2 twin beds in another room. Honestly, it don't make sense to me that her idea of bigger is two separate rooms. i didnt have time to call her cos I was there for a function and I was already late.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Robbie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Oomraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it was amazing - had booked another night because of it beigng so good would i receive the addition rewards on my profile
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Sanjay

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Supposedly a 5-star stay was more like a 2-3 Stay

Not so good: Receptionist was awol for about 10 mins on arrival. Had to wait to check-in. During our stay receptionist was difficult to find at the desk, mostly unavailable. New receptionist, unable to provide sufficient information about resort facilities. One toilet in the room not working, no maintenance people available to repair for the duration of our stay. No soap or toiletries provided in the room. Found spiders in the bed. Supposedly a 5-star stay was very dissappointing indeed. More like 2-3 star
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

skhumbuzo

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019