Top 10 Vic Falls Hotels
OUR TOP 10 VICTORIA FALLS HOTELS
Victoria Falls is an incredible natural wonder of the world and is on travellers’ bucket lists for good reason. Gazing at Victoria Falls tumbling down the sheer cliff is one of the most awe-inspiring experiences to enjoy. As the Zambezi River cascades down Victoria Falls, it forms a natural border between Zimbabwe and Zambia, with both sides sharing the majesty. With Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and Livingstone in Zambia, you are spoilt for choice when looking for a Victoria Falls Hotel, safari lodge or guest house to base yourself at while you explore Victoria Falls.
The 10 Best Victoria Falls Hotels in Zimbabwe range from gorgeous safari lodges on the Zambezi River to comfortable guest houses in the town.
THE 10 BEST VICTORIA FALLS HOTELS
In no particular order!
$ – $$$$$ denotes nightly room rates, not the star rating of the hotel or lodge.
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge
Ilala Lodge
The Victoria Falls Hotel
Old Drift Lodge
The Elephant Camp
Victoria Falls River Lodge
Stanley & Livingstone Hotel
Tsowa Safari Island
Batonka Guest Lodge
Chundu Island
Read: Victoria Falls Travel Guide
Old Drift Lodge – $$$$$
- All tents have indoor and outdoor showers and private plunge pools on the deck
- Old Drift Lodge offers a fully inclusive rate with all meals and activities included
- Activities range from game drives within the Zambezi National Park to boat cruises on the upper Zambezi River and a Tour of Victoria Falls
- Central fire pit area to swap stories around the fire in the evenings
The Victoria Falls Hotel – $$$$
- Various rooms on offer all retain the colonial charm while still offering luxury and modern touch
- Stanley’s Terrace serves an incredible high tea and moreish cocktails. The High tea is recommended to all who visit Victoria Falls, not just guests of the Victoria Falls Hotel
- The Livingstone Room offers superb fine dining
- Large private swimming pool area for guests only
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge – $$$
- Amazing Vulture Culture interactive display daily
- Siduli Hide at the Waterhole to visit and a private bird watching session with experienced local guides can be arranged.
- Hourly shuttle to various points in Victoria Falls
- Quiet and tranquil setting
- The Boma offering traditional African Dinner and drum-beating show
Ilala Lodge – $$$
- Ilala Lodge boasts a pool and outdoor relaxation and dining area
- The Palms Restaurant offers some of the most delectable meals in Victoria Falls
- A large breakfast buffet is complemented with a hot meal menu
- Ilala Lodge has standard, deluxe rooms and a large suite
- Activities available include the Ra-Ikane Sunset cruise on the upper Zambezi River, owned by Ilala Lodge
Read: Our Victoria Falls Safari adventure
The Elephant Camp – $$$$$
- All tents have a plunge pool and spacious decks, indoor and outdoor showers and an air conditioner
- Views over the bush and Batonka Gorge
- Fully inclusive rate including sundowners, a Tour of the Falls and meeting the elephants!
- Located on a private concession within the Victoria Falls National Park
Victoria Falls River Lodge – $$$$$
- Luxury tented suites overlook the Zambezi River with private plunge pools, wide decks and floor-to-ceiling windows
- Island Treehouse Suites on a private island in the Zambezi, connected with raised walkways and is a private and exclusive wing
- Zambezi River cruise, a tour of Victoria Falls and safari game drives in the Zambezi National Park are all included on the fully inclusive package.
Stanley & Livingstone Hotel – $$$$
- Gorgeous suites in a colonial style, all with private terraces and sitting areas
- Black Rhino Conservation excursion
- In-room spa treatments
- Family-friendly activities to ensure the children are not bored
Tsowa Safari Island – $$$$
- Brunch, high tea and dinner are included in your rate
- Each tent overlooks the Zambezi River and the Zambezi National Park on the opposite bank
- Game walks, canoe trips and Tour of Victoria Falls included in the rate
- Eco-sensitive tents, with minimal environmental impact to the island
Lokuthula Lodge – $
- An island safari on the banks of the Zambezi
- Fully Inclusive with canoeing, cruises, game drives and walking safaris
- Island living in style in beautiful tents on the river
- Set in the beautiful riverine forest on the banks of the Zambezi River in the Zambezi National Park.
Batonka Guest Lodge – $$
- Large lush gardens, a swimming pool and great service are offered at Batonka
- Rooms overlook pool or gardens, are all decorated in a contemporary style with en suite bathrooms and a small sitting area on the balcony