FAIRMONT ZIMBALI RESORT

An unspoiled shoreline, rolling hills and lush flora have come to define the Zimbali region. Set along South Africa's sublime east coast, nestled between a forest reserve and a shimmering sea, the resort's exquisite natural beauty is dotted with pockets of urban flair and enhanced by the rich Zulu heritage of the KwaZulu-Natal province. Durban International airport is approximately 16 km from the beach hotel.Part cultural wonderland, the region is home to thousand-year-old battlefields and renowned eco-parks; part natural playground, it offers unique game-viewing and safari opportunities. Built in 2010, the conference hotel offers guests the utmost in comfort with 154 guest rooms and world-renowned service.The well appointed rooms at this golf hotel offer scintillating views of the Indian Ocean, oversized verandas, and elegant decor of stone, wood and earth tones inspired by the area's breathtaking natural surroundings. Each room features an en suite bathroom with shower and bathtub, a double or king-size bed and individually regulated air conditioning. Other in-room amenities include a direct dial telephone, TV, Internet access, a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities.Sport and leisure activities available to guests at this hotel include squash, tennis, golf and biking. The hotel organises entertainment programmes for children. The nearby beach is sandy.The hotel's range of appetising dining options from light to full-course meals, local delicacies to ethnic themed dishes will satisfy every palate. A continental breakfast buffet is served each morning and set menu, buffet and a la carte options are available for lunch and dinner.