5 Cork Wood, Douglas Crowe Drive, Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, 4420
What's nearby
Casuarina Beach - 5 min drive
Holla Trails - 8 min drive
Ballito Beach - 13 min drive
Thompson's Bay Beach - 15 min drive
Umdloti Beach - 28 min drive
Getting around
Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Concha - 8 min drive
Captain Fine's Fish Factory - 5 min drive
Hops - 8 min drive
La Fiamma Grill - 8 min drive
KFC - 5 min drive
About this property
Zimbali suites
Zimbali suites is a great choice for your beach stay in Ballito. Guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and facials, and the outdoor pool provides fun for everyone. Coral Tree Restaurant, one of 3 restaurants, serves breakfast and dinner. 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar are offered, and apartments have conveniences such as fridges and microwaves.
Languages
English
At a glance
Property size
106 apartments
Arranged over 6 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Check-out time is 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
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Massages
Spa services
Ayurvedic treatments
Aromatherapy
Swedish massages
Deep-tissue massages
Hot stone massages
Manicures and pedicures
Reflexology
Body wraps
Detox wraps
Facials
Body scrubs
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Restaurants on site
Coral Tree Restaurant
Kitchen
Fridge (full size)
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cleaning supplies
Electric kettle
Dining
3 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
2 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
Snack bar/deli
Room service available
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Shower
Hairdryer (on request)
Shampoo
Towels provided
Free toiletries
Entertainment
48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite service
Outdoor areas
Terrace
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets or service animals
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairwells
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Electrical adapters/chargers
24-hour front desk
Things to do
Fitness centre
Fitness facilities nearby (discounted access)
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 rooms
6 floors
Built in 2016
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site 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.
Dining
Coral Tree Restaurant – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: ZAR 1000.00 per stay
A damage deposit of ZAR 1000.00 will be collected before check-in
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
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 accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property is professionally cleaned.
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
Is there a pool at Zimbali suites?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Zimbali suites?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Zimbali suites?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Zimbali suites.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Zimbali suites?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Zimbali suites and nearby?
Zimbali suites has 2 bars, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre, as well as spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Zimbali suites?
Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants.
Does Zimbali suites have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen, which also includes a toaster, cookware and a fridge.
Zimbali suites Reviews
Reviews
6.6
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
6.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
14 Oct 2024
MAHOMED NIZAM
MAHOMED NIZAM, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Feb 2024
Martha
Martha, 3-night trip with friends
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2/10 Poor
11 Dec 2023
Ruvimbo
Ruvimbo, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
17 Nov 2023
Clinton
Clinton, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
2 Oct 2023
Kericia
Kericia, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
27 Aug 2023
Very friendly and efficient service.
Molefe
Molefe, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
11 Jan 2023
Munyaradzi
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Apr 2022
Nonhlanhla
Nonhlanhla, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
11 Mar 2022
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.
Gonaseelan
Gonaseelan, 3-night family trip
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6/10 Good
30 Mar 2021
Not so good as before, some areas where closed, they was no light on our pool Suite
Ayanda
Ayanda, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
16 Mar 2021
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!!
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
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6/10 Good
9 Mar 2020
panayiota
panayiota, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
2 Mar 2020
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
Denver
Denver, 2-night family trip
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6/10 Good
17 Feb 2020
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.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
17 Feb 2020
Robbie
Robbie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Feb 2020
it was amazing - had booked another night because of it beigng so good
would i receive the addition rewards on my profile
Oomraj
Oomraj, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
13 Jan 2020
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
Sanjay
Sanjay, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Jan 2020
skhumbuzo
skhumbuzo, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
7 Jan 2020
Adele
Adele, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
21 Dec 2019
Lovely venue but the service was disappointing. No information was given out at check in on activities and amenities. There was connection issues with our dstv and towels are not changed daily
Ngwako
Ngwako, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
4 Sep 2019
Prisca
Prisca, 4-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good
30 Aug 2019
terrible Zimbali Suite Room 319
It was terrible Zimbali Suite Room 319. The window in the bedroom had no blinds. The night shift guys gave us a salotape to close the window using a towel. 2. During booking we chose a Queen bed but the room had a double bed essentially they conned us. We want our money back. 3. The DSTV switched off while we were watching. Lastly we could not use the iron board because the holder underneath was broken.
Lesetja
Lesetja, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
24 Jun 2019
Numero uno
It was good we enjoyed our stay
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
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2/10 Poor
17 Jun 2019
The place did not look anything close to internet advert. Too expensive and horrible furniture. I will or stay there again.
Lufuno
Lufuno, 2-night romance trip
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6/10 Good
8 Apr 2019
I had no kids for the pots and my room was not cleaned accordingly