The Capital Zimbali Hotel - Ballito

$$$$||View on mapBallito, South Africa5 Corkwood Drive, Ballito, South Africa, 4420|
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The Capital Zimbali Hotel - Ballito
5 Corkwood Drive, Ballito, South Africa, 4420·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Location9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Staff9.3
Comfort9.2
Facilities9.1
Who stays here
Couples37%
Families32%
Solo12%
Business11%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Location9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Staff9.3
Comfort9.2
Facilities9.1
Who stays here
Couples37%
Families32%
Solo12%
Business11%

5-star resort with private beach access and on-site kids' club in Ballito

Outdoor Recreation & Wellness

The Capital Zimbali offers two outdoor swimming pools, a water slide, and a private beach area with sun loungers and umbrellas. Guests have access to a fitness center, tennis court, and an 18-hole golf course on the estate. The spa and wellness center provides body treatments, facial treatments, manicures, pedicures, and waxing services, along with a spa lounge and relaxation area.

Rooms & Accommodations

Air-conditioned rooms at The Capital Zimbali Resort include a flat-screen TV, safety deposit box, minibar, and a private bathroom with a shower. Some rooms are equipped with a kitchen featuring an oven, microwave, and stovetop. Interconnecting family rooms are available, and all units have a terrace and a wardrobe.

Dining Options

The hotel has 5 on-site restaurants, including a main restaurant that serves a buffet breakfast with Full English/Irish and continental options. A bar offers wine and champagne, and room service is available 24/7. Kid-friendly buffets and kids' meals are provided, along with a breakfast-in-the-room option.

Family-Friendly Amenities

The Capital Zimbali features a kids' club with dedicated activities and a children's playground with outdoor play equipment. Babysitting and child services are available, along with board games and puzzles. A minimarket on site sells essentials, and the property has a picnic area and sun terrace for family use.

Location & Accessibility

The Capital Zimbali is 12 miles from King Shaka International Airport and 5 miles from Umhlali Country Club. Guests can walk to Zimbali Beach and access bike tours, cycling trails, and nature walks. A 24-hour front desk, concierge, currency exchange, and shuttle service help guests explore Ballito and nearby attractions like Umhlanga Lighthouse (22 miles).

  • Location: 12 miles from King Shaka International Airport, 5 miles from Umhlali Country Club
  • Rooms: Air-conditioned rooms with terrace, some with full kitchen
  • Dining: 5 restaurants, buffet breakfast, 24/7 room service
  • Wellness: Spa with body treatments, facial treatments, manicures & pedicures
  • Family: Kids' club, children's playground, babysitting services
  • Recreation: 2 outdoor pools, water slide, golf course, tennis court, private beach area
  • Business: Business center, meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, currency exchange
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:30
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs ZAR 320.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:26
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Rooms and availability

Luxury Room
  • Room size:

    500 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Connecting Room
  • Room size:

    500 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    2 Queen Size Beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Luxury Room
  • Room size:

    530 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Picnic area/ Tables

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Stores/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Water slides
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Make up services

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about The Capital Zimbali Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 273 US$
📏 Distance to center 2.3 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 8.1 mi
🧳 Nearest airport King Shaka International, DUR

Location

5 Corkwood Drive, Ballito, South Africa, 4420
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