Reviews of Ilala Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
257 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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"Ilala lodge"
The activity staff was very nice and helpful." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana; 2n in South Africa; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Ilala Lodge review"
Close to the Victoria Falls Hotel and we would recommend having high tea and lunch there. Servise was in general good, but there was one major slip when the wine arrived after the meal." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia; 6n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe
"Ilala Lodge review"
Our experience of the boarder crossing into Zimbabwe was not good, about 2 / 2.5 hours, two long queues and in high temperatures, at one point queuing in the full sun. In reality there is nothing that can be done about this and it is a reality that "needs to be experienced" as part of visiting Zimbabwe. It may therefore be worth giving a bit more information to prepare people for what may happen." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe
"Lovely Ilala Lodge"
We were more than happy with our experience of Ilala Lodge. 'Excellent' is a difficult box to tick as there is always room for improvement." See all these reviews: 12n in Zimbabwe
"Great small atmospheric hotel"
Brilliant location for the falls and all activities can be booked at the hotel and include transfers." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia; 6n in Zimbabwe
"Ilala Lodge review"
Excellent service from front desk staff & activities agent, slightly let down by slowish service in restaurant." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
"some problems at Ilala Lodge"
After this unpleasant experience I can recommend Ilala Lodge Hotel, but not their restaurant." See all these reviews: 10n in Zimbabwe
"Ilala Lodge review"
Slightly shocked at the American food prices though..." See all these reviews: 12n in Zimbabwe
"Ilala Lodge review"
If a little pampering is required then visit the Victoria Falls Hotel for tea and cakes." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Ilala Lodge review"
The spray from the Falls was just visible in the distance & the walk to the Falls was 10-15 minutes. There was a helpful receptionist available to book trips & my daughter did a zipwire over the Zambezi & a gorge swing which she loved.
We visited the Victoria Falls game park & used a guide recommended by our guide in Vundu called Charles. He couldn't take us himself as we booked at short notice but we went on a night drive with one of his team which was excellent. The guide was very knowledgeable." See all these reviews: 7n in Zimbabwe
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