Aparthotel

Zimbali suites

3.5 star property

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Zimbali Suite 205 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Zimbali Suite 413 | Living area | 48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Zimbali Suite 423 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Zimbali Suite 205 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Zimbali Suites 224 | Terrace/patio

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
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballito Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Zimbali Suites 521

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

Zimbali Suites 104

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

Zimbali Suites 414

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

Zimbali Suites 224

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

Zimbali Suite 516

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

Zimbali Suite 517

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

Zimbali Suite 205

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

Zimbali Suite 523

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

Zimbai Suite 524

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

Zimbali Suite 113

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

About the neighborhood

Ballito

Located within a mile (2 km) of Casuarina Beach, Zimbali suites is within 3 miles (5 km) of Open Park. This 106-room, 3.5-star aparthotel has 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Casuarina Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ballito Beach - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 31 min drive - 23.0 miles
  • Durban Beach - 38 min drive - 33.3 miles
  • uShaka Marine World - 48 min drive - 38.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Concha - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Fireroom - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Fiamma Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hops Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Xing Ye - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Zimbali suites

At Zimbali suites, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with concierge services and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach aparthotel include a terrace, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Each apartment is individually decorated and features a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a microwave, and a stovetop. A 48-inch flat-screen TV comes with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Each apartment also includes an electric kettle.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

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

These are all of the 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the aparthotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Zimbali suites?

This aparthotel is located in Ballito, close to Ballito Beach, Thompson's Bay Beach, and Holla Trails. You'll also find Ballito Junction Regional Mall and Hillary Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Zimbali suites?

No, this aparthotel doesn't offer parking.

Is there a spa at Zimbali suites?

Spa services at the aparthotel include Swedish massages, hot stone massages, Ayurvedic treatments, and reflexology.

Does Zimbali suites have a casino?

No, Zimbali suites doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Zimbali suites?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Zimbali suites?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this aparthotel, including 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.

Does Zimbali suites have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this aparthotel.

Does Zimbali suites feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Zimbali suites has 3 restaurants, and serves breakfast for a surcharge.

Will Zimbali suites allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Zimbali suites.

Does Zimbali suites have connecting rooms available?

No, this aparthotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Zimbali suites?

The closest major airport to Zimbali suites is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR), which is 11.2 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Zimbali suites?

No, you won't find apartments with balconies at Zimbali suites.

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mamokgethi

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Petrus

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sakhile

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spit right next to capital hotel. Amazing resort amenities, peacefully awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved it everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neville

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

8/10 Good

Molefe

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

10/10 Excellent

Nombuso

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
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
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Zimbali suites

Horrible experience. Unhygenic conditions especially worsened by the fact that we were travelling with two infants. Cleaning staff in no uniform nor any formal training. Little to No wifi available. No phone signal. Unclean towels and bed sheets. Floor mats thrown on top of baby towels. Outside veranda brom used to sweep carpets! Unhelpful and curt hotel staff. Gold carts seen being misused to transport certain female guests to and fro instead of being useful. (We got stuck at the bb club with an elderly person and two babies) as a result of no golf cart coming when called. Instead returned to find all carts in use busy transporting female guests to and fro) Swimming pool in a filthy unhygenic state.I
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Gonaseelan

Disliked: Communication

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
Verified

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
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Room comfort, communication

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Denver

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sanjay

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Ngwako

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lesetja

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Numero uno

It was good we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lufuno

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place did not look anything close to internet advert. Too expensive and horrible furniture. I will or stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

AB

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I had no kids for the pots and my room was not cleaned accordingly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

sibongile

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

Disaster at Room 319 Zimbalo Suites

Room 319 Zimbali suites was a disaster, the room had no towels and the bedroom has no curtains or blinds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

DISSAPOINTED CUSTOMER

The service was very poor.they were very unorganized.bathroom was not clean. No tissue paper was provided. Hotel stuff were most unfriendly and not helpful. The only nice lady was the 1 from the suites reception.was getting sent from 1 person to the next to get towels and then was told towels were not provided. Facilities that could be used were not clearly mentioned. Overall just a mediocre place because nothing was easily accessible.very disappointed for an international travel. This place needs alot of planning before hand, not what a vacation should be. Would not recommend to my friends and family.not enough entertainment for kids. What's the use of the beach if you cannot swim in the ocean.shuttle service was horrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Best short holiday ever

My stay with my family was amazing .Enjoyed the quietness and ambiance of the place .Our stay was short most definitely will go for 1 day or 2 more in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

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

My wife's birthday celebrations

My experience was excellent in that I will recommend this suite to my friends, work colleagues and family members.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

ameer

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025