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The Capital Zimbali

KwaZulu Natal - Durban · South Africa

5 Corkwood Drive, Zimbali Coastal EstateView location

9.0/10Excellent61 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort9.2/109.2
Condition9.4/109.4
Amenities8.6/108.6
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About The Capital Zimbali

Zimbali. South Africa's most iconic coastal resort. Premier live/play/work destination. Located in a luxury estate with insanely beautiful Indian Ocean views, less than fifteen minutes from King Shaka International Airport, The Capital Zimbali Resort is easily accessible and feels like you have arrived at a utopian paradise!

Set in a tropical forest that unfurls into the ocean, the resort blends organically into a lush natural landscape.

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Located in Ballito, The Capital Zimbali is a 5-minute drive from Casuarina Beach and 5 minutes from Netcare Alberlito Hospital. This family-friendly hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Westbrook Park and 3.7 mi (6 km) from Ballito Junction Regional Mall.

Make yourself at home in one of the 140 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Childcare
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 6:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • Deposit: ZAR 100 per accommodation, per stay

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Property Registration Number 2006/006561/07
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 320 per person
    • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 500.0 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Casuarina Beach 1.6 km / 1 mi
Open Park 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Holla Trails 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Netcare Alberlito Hospital 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Westbrook Park 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Ballito Junction Regional Mall 6 km / 3.7 mi
Lifestyle Shopping Centre 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Hillary Park 6.9 km / 4.3 mi
Hilary Park 7 km / 4.3 mi
Boulevard Shopping Centre 7.7 km / 4.8 mi
Ballito Beach 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Thompson's Bay Beach 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Salt Rock Beach 10.2 km / 6.3 mi
Umhlali Library 10.3 km / 6.4 mi
Sugar Rush Park 11.3 km / 7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of construction: 2010
  • Number of floors (main building): 6
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  • Beach
  • Golf course
  • Entertainment Area
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Babysitting service
  • Gym
  • Bikes available
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Highchairs
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Banquet hall
  • Breakfast room
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Photocopier
  • Business centre
  • Fax
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 5
  • Sun loungers
  • Children playgroundExtra charge
  • Kids’ club
  • Entertainment programme for children
  • MassageExtra charge
  • Spa treatments
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Continental breakfast
  • À la carte lunch
  • Buffet dinner
  • À la carte dinner
  • Set menu dinner
  • Special dietary options
  • Squash
  • Cycling / mountain biking
  • Golf
  • Tennis
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 91 m²FAM.ST-2
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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

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    10 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    91 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width, 2 × Sofa bed
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.ST-2

    Room amenities

    • Bathtub: 1
    • Bathroom
    • Alarm clock
    • 220V power supply
    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Safe
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Microwave
    • Mini fridge
    • Minibar
    • Kitchen
    • Kitchen utensils, plates & cups
    • Internet access
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    • Housekeeping
    • Plug adaptor
    • Desk

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • STUDIO LUXURYSTUDIO • LUXURYSTU.LX

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    STUDIO LUXURY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
    View / characteristic
    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.LX

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SINGLE LUXURYSINGLE • LUXURYSGL.LX

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    SINGLE LUXURY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.LX

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • APARTMENT ONE BEDAPARTMENT • ONE BED • 1 Bedroom • 49 m²APT.1B-1
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    APARTMENT ONE BED

    Room photos

    10 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    49 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width, 2 × Sofa bed
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    ONE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.1B-1

    Room amenities

    • Bathtub: 1
    • Housekeeping
    • Smoke detector
    • Plug adaptor
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Alarm clock
    • 220V power supply
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Balcony
    • Safe
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Microwave
    • Fridge
    • Minibar
    • Kitchen
    • Kitchen utensils, plates & cups
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    • Bathroom

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Internet access

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    SUITE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE CLASSIC GARDEN VIEWSUITE • CLASSIC GARDEN VIEW • 1 Bedroom • 49 m²SUI.AS-GV
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    SUITE CLASSIC GARDEN VIEW

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    3 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    49 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width, Sofa bed
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.AS-GV

    Room amenities

    • Plug adaptor
    • Bathtub: 1
    • Radio
    • Minibar
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Safe
    • Balcony
    • Smoke detector
    • Fitness room
    • Garden
    • Toiletries

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE LUXURYDOUBLE • LUXURY • 1 Bedroom • 55 m²DBL.LX
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    DOUBLE LUXURY

    Room photos

    8 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    55 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.LX

    Room amenities

    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Fitness room
    • Housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Alarm clock
    • 220V power supply
    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Microwave
    • Fridge
    • Kitchen
    • Kitchen utensils, plates & cups
    • Internet access

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • APARTMENT ONE BEDAPARTMENT • ONE BED • 1 Bedroom • 88 m²APT.1B
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    APARTMENT ONE BED

    Room photos

    9 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    88 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width, 2 × Sofa bed
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    ONE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.1B

    Room amenities

    • Minibar
    • Kitchen
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub: 1
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • 220V power supply
    • Alarm clock
    • Desk
    • Satellite TV
    • Smoke detector
    • Housekeeping
    • Fitness room
    • Toiletries
    • Fridge
    • Microwave
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Washing machine
    • Ironing set
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Balcony
    • Wheelchair-accessible

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Internet access

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE LUXURYDOUBLE • LUXURY • 1 Bedroom • 49 m²DBL.LX-1
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    DOUBLE LUXURY

    Room photos

    6 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    49 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.LX-1

    Room amenities

    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Alarm clock
    • 220V power supply
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Ironing set
    • Washing machine
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Microwave
    • Minibar
    • Kitchen
    • Radio
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub: 1
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Fitness room
    • Housekeeping
    • Smoke detector
    • Plug adaptor
    • Satellite TV

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Internet access

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room LUXURYRoom • LUXURYROO.LX

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    The Capital Zimbali

    Room LUXURY

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.LX

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin LUXURYDouble or Twin • LUXURYDBT.LX

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    The Capital Zimbali

    Double or Twin LUXURY

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.LX

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • APARTMENT ONE BEDROOMAPARTMENT • ONE BEDROOMAPT.B1

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    The Capital Zimbali

    APARTMENT ONE BEDROOM

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE CONNECTING ROOMDOUBLE • CONNECTING ROOMDBL.CM

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    DOUBLE CONNECTING ROOM

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    CONNECTING ROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.CM

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Capital Zimbali

9.0
Excellent
61 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
9.2 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
20 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
13 May 2026
Holly
The staff were excellent, especially as the front desk..
Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2026
hemal
Yes
10/10
Exceptional
10 Feb 2026
You Sang
the room was excellent and the staff at recieption was wonderful.
6/10
Pleasant
29 Jan 2026
Simon
Room was fine.
Staff were good but the late night party's disturbed us.

Ieill not stay there again


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Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
06 Jan 2026
Veneza
Staff was sup
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2025
Tracy
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and well kept. Love the stay, would go back there.
6/10
Pleasant
09 Nov 2025
Jaun
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.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2025
Kizzy
Front desk staff was very helpful and nice. Room was beautiful and comfortable bed. Wish i could have stayed longer to enjoy the property.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
19 Sep 2025
Hendra
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
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2025
Espoir
Great
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2025
Stephen
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
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2025
Eugene Mwela
It was amazing definitely going back but with the family since it caters for families too
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2024
Elizabeth
I felt at home and everyone was so friendly and helpful. A pity the gate to the beach was closed.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
02 Oct 2024
Verified traveler

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.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
19 Sep 2024
Graeme
Friendly and professional service
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Jul 2024
Sanjith

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.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 May 2024
Yurisha

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!
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
31 Mar 2024
K

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.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2024
Thembelihle
Enjoyed staying here my family loved it, the only issue was the entrance at the gate with the codes.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
05 Sep 2023
Michael
Breakfast and golf is good.
Leisure Family

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The Capital Zimbali
5 Corkwood Drive, Zimbali Coastal Estate, Dolphin Coast, South Africa

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