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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Capital Zimbali in Dolphin Coast offers family rooms with sea views, balconies, and modern amenities. Each room includes air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a private beach area, spa facilities, fitness center, sun terrace, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Additional amenities include a restaurant, bar, and children's playground. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local, European, and South African cuisines with vegetarian options. Breakfast is available in-room or buffet style, complemented by a variety of beverages. Prime Location: Located 12 mi from King Shaka International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Umhlanga Lighthouse (22 mi) and Umhlali Country Club (5 mi). Free on-site parking and a tour desk enhance the stay.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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The Capital Hotel & Apartments
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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anneta
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff were extremely friendly and very helpful. The rooms are very spacious and were spotlessly clean and we had the most amazing view of the beach from our room. The breakfast buffet was a cherry on top.
  • Siphesihle
    South Africa South Africa
    Amazing Service. Requests were handled swiftly. Very warm staff. And the facility is absolutely stunning.
  • Samukelisiwe
    South Africa South Africa
    It was perfect weekend with you guys the view,food, pool even staff members so friendly
  • Dineo
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything, the breakfast baffled, the hospitality and cleanliness of the place. I tell u the staff are so kind and are doing a remarkable job. I loved everything and I would go there every holiday getaway 😍😍😁😁❤️❤️
  • Jacques
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Breakfast spread of food was great & service was great.
  • Phumelele
    South Africa South Africa
    The sea view, the way the staff treated us with so much respect and the food was very nice 😍
  • Asanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Expresso machine made my stay out RSA.... our room & balcony was huge with a full bathroom and imagine a walk in closet.... 🤗
  • S
    South Africa South Africa
    Good environment - Relaxing. Good venue/accommodation. Secure environment. Friendly stuff, great loving smiles. Great cooling/aircons.
  • Rohwan
    South Africa South Africa
    Felt like home away from home and the staff are extremely welcoming and polite. My wife and I really enjoyed our honeymoon and would love to book another holiday here.
  • Mbali
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything 100% from checking in staff was great, the golf cart guys are friendly and helpful, Copper restaurant staff👌, the room was always clean

Hotel area info

Restaurants

5 Restaurants On Site
  • The Copper Restaurant & Bar
    • Cuisine
      Local • European • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • FIREROOM SUSHI & GRILL
    • Cuisine
      Steakhouse • Sushi
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • Stingray Café & Pool Bar
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
  • The Club Lounge
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Romantic
  • Poison Ivy Lounge
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Romantic

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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