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The Capital Zimbali

4.0 star property

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4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Standard Apartment | Extra beds
Lobby lounge
Standard Apartment | Floor plan

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July

Explore the area

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Zimbali Drive, Dolphin Coast, Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, 4399
  • 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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Apartment

  • Partial ocean view
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Apartment

  • Garden view
  • 86 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite

Suite

  • Garden view
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room

  • Sea view
  • 109 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ballito

A family-friendly stay in Ballito awaits you at The Capital Zimbali. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of Casuarina Beach and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Open Park. Highlights at this hotel include 4 restaurants, 4 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include body wraps and mani/pedis. The restaurant, The Copper Restaurant, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the free kids' club, gym and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Ballito hotel, you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Holla Trails and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Netcare Alberlito Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Casuarina Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ballito Beach - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 31 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Durban Beach - 38 min drive - 53.6 km
  • uShaka Marine World - 48 min drive - 62.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Concha - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Fiamma Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Fireroom - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marinerers Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Xing Ye - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Capital Zimbali

The Capital Zimbali offers its guests 4 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness centre. There are 4 restaurants on site. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Spa services, a complimentary children's club, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly The Capital Zimbali. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Ballito hotel.

  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 4 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Capital Zimbali offers 140 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. 55-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Ballito hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments.

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The Capital Pearls
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  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 322 reviews
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
The Capital Pearls

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 320 per person
  • 4 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • FIREROOM SUSHI & GRILL
  • Poison Ivy Lounge
  • Stingray Café & Pool Bar
  • The Copper Restaurant

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Children's games
  • Free children's club
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 500.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 320 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 500.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 2006/006561/07

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Capital Zimbali Hotel
The Capital Zimbali Ballito
The Capital Zimbali Hotel Ballito

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Capital Zimbali?

The Capital Zimbali offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Capital Zimbali?

As of 9 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Capital Zimbali on 9 July 2026 start from AU$267, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Capital Zimbali?

Yep, The Capital Zimbali has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Capital Zimbali?

Yep, The Capital Zimbali is a short 20-minute walk from Casuarina Beach.

Is there a spa on site at The Capital Zimbali?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Capital Zimbali. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does The Capital Zimbali have a pool?

The Capital Zimbali has 4 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What luxury perks are available at The Capital Zimbali?

The Capital Zimbali features 4 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants.

What makes The Capital Zimbali a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Capital Zimbali.

Is The Capital Zimbali family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, children's meals and a playground, it's no surprise that The Capital Zimbali is a hit with families.

Does The Capital Zimbali serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Capital Zimbali?

No, The Capital Zimbali does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Capital Zimbali?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Capital Zimbali's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Capital Zimbali?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Capital Zimbali?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Capital Zimbali Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

You Sang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the room was excellent and the staff at recieption was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and well kept. Love the stay, would go back there.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kizzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk staff was very helpful and nice. Room was beautiful and comfortable bed. Wish i could have stayed longer to enjoy the property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eugene Mwela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing definitely going back but with the family since it caters for families too
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Veneza

Staff was sup
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was fine. Staff were good but the late night party's disturbed us. Ieill not stay there again I
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hemal

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Best in SA

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and golf is good.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Espoir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I felt at home and everyone was so friendly and helpful. A pity the gate to the beach was closed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brinn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From start to finish everything was outstanding!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thembelihle

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed staying here my family loved it, the only issue was the entrance at the gate with the codes.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sanjith

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

Capital Zimbali still as good as Fairmont Zimbali!

Hotel staff and management were friendly and happy to engage a newly married couple who spent their honeymoon night at this hotel. The views, room and the atmosphere were lovely and befitting for such an occasion.
View from room of the pool and surrounding area
Luxury room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is great for a few peaceful nights. The pools are great, breakfast is great and the sushi is first class. If you are travelling into or from Durban airport it is only a 15 minute drive which is amazing. It is in a complex and you have to drive to go anywhere so it’s more of a ‘stay at as a destination’ as opposed to a ‘stay as a base to travel from’ hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and professional service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hendra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check-in was confusing due to payment from Expedia only showing as 1 room was payed for staff then took another payment which needed refunded as whole payment was actually paid! It was also a 50th wedding anniversary night which I advised hotel about and they responded to me but didn’t acknowledge this event at all - rooms were beautiful and view was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jaun

Liked: Amenities
Alright place however was much better 5 years ago, they allow way to many day visitors which ruins the whole experience at the hotel pool, nearly no one there even has a bracelet on to identify themselves. Secondly the worst housekeeping, never comes in the morning to clean always excuses had to call them every afternoon to ask why it has not been done . For the money a person spends there u would expect better.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Yurisha

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

Fantastic service and beautiful resort

Exceptional service, something that is hard to come by these days in local hotels. A hotel that also keeps up with the times… there’s a Smart TV in the room which was amazing, in room dining can be ordered through your cellphone (amazing), what more could one ask for? Service was also fantastic at the Copper restaurant with a wide selection of breakfast options. Only disappointment was The Firerroom restaurant. Was too noisy and busy, service wasn’t great and food was expensive but didn’t live up to price. Well done to the hotel for the fantastic up keep, great service and comfort. I will definitely be coming back soon!
Beautiful art inside
Pool
Entrance
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never again!!

Room stank of smoke. Basin in room was in shocking state, toilet did not flush properly. Food in restaurants stupidly OVER-PRICED. Breakfast spread was good but again STUPIDLY OVER-PRICED.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

K

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Average

Hi thank you 🙏. The service at the restaurant was outstanding as well as the access gates to Zimbali. However housekeeping fell short of expectations. Room wasn't properly cleaned and the amenities not replenished. We returned to our room after 10pm on Saturday to a room smelling of damp. The dstv didn't work properly in both rooms. We reported it. It remained unresolved until we checked out. So the quality of the hotel service doesn't match the star rating which is unfortunate.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mooi hotel op een prachtige plaats. Helaas kun je niet zwemmen in de zee maar de vele zwembaden maken dit zeker goed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Aufenthalt war alles in allem ok. Das Abendessen im Restaurant war hervorragend. Unser Zimmer war sauber, könnte aber langsam eine Auffrischung gebrauchen.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

JUERGEN

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

Ein sehr schönes Hotel mit Verbesserungspotential

Das Hotel ist Teil eines weitläufigen, mehrere Quadratkilometer großen, sehr gut abgesicherten Resorts. Unser Zimmer im obersten Stockwerk mit fantastischem Meerblick war sehr sauber und geräumig. Der Service an der Rezeption ist sehr gut und freundlich. Das Frühstücksbuffet besticht durch seine Vielfalt, Eierspeisen werden frisch auf der Pfanne zubereitet. Allerdings lässt der Service beim Frühstück sehr zu Wünschen übrig. Es gibt zwar sehr viele Mitarbeiter, aber viele stehen bevorzugt am Tresen und unterhalten sich miteinander beziehungsweise laufen mit leerem Tablett durch die Gegend. Zahlreiche kleine Kinder springen am Buffet herum oder wühlen darin. Das muss man abstellen! Dagegen ist der Service am Abend zum Dinner im gleichen Restaurant ganz hervorragend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
Access to the property was an issue. The property is in a gated community however there seems to be little or no communication with the security who initially refused me entry even after showing the booking. The security was less than helpful. After 20 minutes arguing at the gate I finally manage to access- not a good start. The property itself is spectacular with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022