Reviews of Ilala Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
273 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Ilala Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa

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"Lovely spot to take in the Falls"
"Very comfortable hotel"
"Ilala Lodge review"
A little bit quieter than the larger hotels in the area.
Their menu and range of choice has improved since our last visit." See all these reviews: 9n in Zimbabwe; 7n in Zambia
"A haven of peace at Victoria Falls"
Food very good and rooms quiet and comfortable with the added spectacle of baby warthogs doing heats for the 100m sprint." See all these reviews: 6n in Botswana; 6n in South Africa; 2n in Zimbabwe
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"Ilala Lodge review"
Everyone at the hotel was very friendly. Food was good, but recommend at least one meal at the Victoria Falls Hotel, which is a short walk away. Spent a morning birding in Zambezi NP with Charles Brightman, which was excellent.
Helicopter flight was great, though do not think the longer flight is worth the extra money." See all these reviews: 15n in Zimbabwe
"Great place to stay"
Our very pleasant room was on the lower floor with glass doors to a small patio and the gardens. The odd warthog wandered past. Service was faultless and staff went the extra mile, offering to run errands for us and keen to ensure we had a comfortable and relaxing stay. Dinner was okay, but breakfast was absolutely superb.
Lovely pool and terrace, with quiet, shady courtyard to escape the heat.
Building work on the new wing was almost complete and it seems as though the hotel will double in size. I hope the 'small and friendly' atmosphere is retained." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia; 5n in Zimbabwe; 4n in Botswana
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"Luxury close to the falls"
It's a trade-off in that you don't see the full majesty of the falls, but you can take clear photographs and you can walk along the length of the falls without getting soaked.
Watch out for the vervet monkeys around the small café near the falls; they'll pinch your crocodile wrap off your plate in an instant!" See all these reviews: 10n in Zimbabwe
"Nice stay at Ilala Lodge"
Staff at breakfast were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good.
Overall, Ilala Lodge is a good place to stay if you want to visit Vic Falls, offering good value for money." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana; 1n in Zimbabwe
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