Zimbali Lodge is one of Southern Africa's most exclusive hideaways, set within the serene confines of a coastal forest reserve on the north coast of Kwa Zulu Natal - a natural sub-tropical paradise and home to mischievous dolphins and a myriad of sea and bird life. The hotel overlooks the incredible Indian Ocean and is surrounded by lush vegetation and beautiful indigenous gardens. Zimbali Lodge overlooks the incredible Indian Ocean and is surrounded by lush vegetation and beautiful indigenous gardens. Situated in a protected nature reserve a short 30 minute drive from Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, this five star boutique hotel offers luxury accommodation and is decorated to complement the natural surrounding forest with the classical architecture accentuated by warm wood and russet autumn tones. Guests are welcomed Zimbali style, where luggage is transferred to the rooms on a golf cart and vehicles are parked by a valet. Classical African architecture welcomes guests to an environment of warm tones throughout the lodge.