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The best hotels in Victoria Falls

Shongwe Oasis

Shongwe Oasis

Victoria Falls

Boutique adults-only lodge in Victoria Falls, set about 2km from the Falls amid quiet tropical gardens. Rooms feel airy with comfy beds, outdoor bathrooms and natural finishes that lean into the landscape. Infinity pool, spa, bar and open-air dining keep things relaxed. A calm base for exploring.

  • Romantic Break - Couples' massages, hot tub dips and sunset cocktails by the pool bar set a relaxed, romantic vibe after a day's exploring
  • Back to Nature - Lush tropical gardens, infinity pool and sunrise mist views from the lookout tower just minutes from Victoria Falls
  • Restaurant - Fresh, contemporary African and international dishes in a relaxed, garden and poolside setting that emphasises local flavours
  • Spa - Wellness area offering a hot tub, facials, beauty services, hair treatments and a range of rejuvenating massages
from $226 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Kasambabezi Lodge

Kasambabezi Lodge

Victoria Falls

A charming lodge in Victoria Falls, a short drive from the rainforest and town. Rooms are modern and airy with balconies, garden views and a relaxed safari feel. Facilities include a pool, sun terrace and gardens, plus local dining and a bar. An easy and tranquil base for exploring the Falls.

  • Active Holiday - Hop between rainforest trails, Victoria Falls, Big Tree and town sights, then cool off in the garden pool
  • Back to Nature - Lush gardens, verandas and a lookout tower make slow mornings easy near Victoria Falls rainforest edge
  • Restaurant - Local Zimbabwean-inspired dishes and familiar international cuisine in a casual lodge-style restaurant setting
  • Great walks - Stroll through the misty rainforest trails just minutes away and feel the roar of Victoria Falls up close
from $227 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Pamarah Lodge

Pamarah Lodge

Victoria Falls

A boutique lodge in Victoria Falls, a short drive from the town and National Park. Rooms feel calm and modern, with simple decor, warm tones and private terraces. There’s a garden, pool, laid-back restaurant and bar, plus help booking nearby adventures. Easygoing base for Falls trips.

  • Active Holiday - Ideal base for white-water rafting, Chobe safaris, elephant encounters, Livingstone Island swims and game drives
  • Back to Nature - Tranquil garden, sun terrace and plunge pool make this an easy hideaway close to the Falls and wild surrounds
  • Sights nearby - Book a boat to Livingstone Island and edge right up to the lip of Victoria Falls for a once-in-a-lifetime swim
  • Restaurant - Fresh, well-presented contemporary African and international inspired dishes
from $286 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Nkosi Guest Lodge

Nkosi Guest Lodge

Victoria Falls

A family-friendly lodge near Victoria Falls. Relaxed safari-style rooms open on to gardens, with neutral tones and terrace calm. There's a pool, sun terrace, leafy garden, cosy restaurant and bar. Easygoing base outside the Falls with laid-back comfort and nature all around.

  • Back to Nature - Unwind in lush gardens, with a sun terrace and pool just outside Victoria Falls, with eco-minded calm all around
  • Active Holiday - Base yourself near the Falls with easy access to rafting, bungee jumps and helicopter rides
  • Great walks - Stroll through the misty rainforest trails near the Falls, feeling the spray and thunder of water
  • Restaurant - A mix of hearty African and international dishes, often served as fresh, home-style meals
from $296 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Batonka Guest Lodge

Batonka Guest Lodge

Victoria Falls

A relaxed Victoria Falls lodge just outside town, set in quiet gardens a short drive from the gorge and main sights. Rooms are simple and comfy, with garden view patios and African safari style decor. The pool, bar and restaurant offer easy downtime between excursions and adventure filled days.

  • Active Holiday - Adrenaline-filled base for ziplining, rafting the Zambezi, bungee jumps, safaris and wild game drives nearby
  • Back to Nature - Set in lush gardens with birdlife, a pool and verandah lounging, just minutes from Victoria Falls
  • Restaurant - Well-prepared international and local Zimbabwean-inspired dishes in a relaxed garden setting
  • Fishing - Cast into the Zambezi for tigerfish, drifting past hippos, crocodiles and wild birdlife
from $333 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Ilala Lodge Hotel

Ilala Lodge Hotel

Victoria Falls

Family-run hotel a short walk from Victoria Falls and bordering the national park. Classic style rooms open to balconies and gardens with roaming wildlife. Facilities include Cassia Restaurant, two pools, a bar and serene wellness area. An easy, central base where adventure awaits.

  • Back to Nature - Wake up to mist drifting off the Falls while impala wander through the garden and jungle trails sit just steps away
  • Active Holiday - Bungee jump off Victoria Falls Bridge and free-fall between cliffs or zip line across the Batoka Gorge
  • Restaurant - Refined Zimbabwean and international cuisine, often including fresh local game, grilled meats, and seafood
  • Sights nearby - Embark on a sunset river cruise along the Zambezi and drift past hippos, crocodiles and golden skies
from $526 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Samanzi

Samanzi

Victoria Falls

Boutique lodge in Victoria Falls just minutes from the rainforest. Cabana-style rooms open onto tiered pools and swim-up bars with a relaxed, barefoot feel. On-site dining offers global breakfast options and inventive local menus. Low-key base with easy access to Falls tours and Zambezi adventures.

  • Back to Nature - Private cabanas, leafy surrounds and cascading pools create a nature-immersed hideout just minutes from the Falls
  • Active Holiday - Stay just 2km from the Falls for rafting adventures, bungee jumps, game drives and zipline tours
  • Spa - Wellness area offering facials, beauty services, hair treatments and a range of rejuvenating massages
  • Restaurant - High-quality cuisine built around local ingredients with an inventive European influence
from $545 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Hotel

Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Hotel

Victoria Falls

A luxury safari style hotel near Victoria Falls, beside a private game reserve. Expect colonial-African interiors with wood, earthy tones and airy suites opening to big views. There's a pool, spa, gym, restaurant-bar and game drives nearby. Calm and chic with easy access to wildlife and Falls.

  • Back to Nature - Wake to Big Five game drives, yoga sessions and a pool overlooking wild plains in a private reserve near Victoria Falls
  • Active Holiday - Hit guided walks, fitness sessions and Zambezi river trips, 15 minutes from Victoria Falls and game drives
  • Restaurant - International cuisine with African influences, such as grilled venison and Zambezi crayfish, served in a safari lodge setting
  • Great walks - Join a guided walking safari tracking wildlife on foot with expert rangers through open savannah and riverine bush
from $593 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Victoria Falls Safari Club

Victoria Falls Safari Club

Victoria Falls

A boutique luxury stay 6km from Victoria Falls bridge, overlooking the Zambezi game corridor. Interiors are elegant safari-chic with natural tones, soft lighting and private balconies. Local dining, a bar, outdoor pool and curated lodge access. Calm, polished base for exploring the Falls.

  • Active Holiday - Enjoy morning game drives, Devil’s Falls walks and bird hide strolls, plus bungee jumping and wild Grade 5 rafting nearby
  • Back to Nature - Wake to Zambezi views, spot wildlife from the game deck and wander nearby bush trails
  • Restaurant - Modern African-inspired cuisine, carefully prepared dishes using local ingredients, and personalised menus for dietary needs
  • Sights nearby - Walk right up to Victoria Falls through rainforest trails and feel the thunder at Devil’s Cataract viewpoints
from $626 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Victoria Falls Hotel

The Victoria Falls Hotel

Victoria Falls

An iconic grand dame close to the Victoria Falls. Rooms and suites offer traditional elegance but in an updated modern style. The best have marble bathrooms and deep soaking tubs. The Livingstone Room offers sophisticated fine dining, plus there's a pool, and beautiful garden. Luxury guaranteed!

  • Active Holiday - Victoria Falls is seen by many as Zimbabwe's adventure capital and there are masses of activities to choose from
  • Romantic Break - The Victoria Falls Hotel offers opulent traditional style, fine dining and a fabulous location
  • Restaurant - Jungle Junction serves dishes full of African flavours or there's the Livngstone Room for elegant fine dining
  • Swimming Pool - Large outdoor pool with plenty of loungers and poolside snacks and cocktails available
from $657 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Tsowa Safari Island

Tsowa Safari Island

Victoria Falls

A luxury tented safari lodge in Zambezi National Park near Victoria Falls. Earthy decor, canvas interiors and open-air spaces create a calm, safari feel. Guests can enjoy riverfront dining, a bar, serene spa, two pools and a fire-pit deck with stunning views. A true wilderness escape.

  • Active Holiday - Paddle the Zambezi, track wildlife in the National Park, and chase sunsets on unforgettable safari adventures
  • Back to Nature - Wake to birdsong, unwind by the Zambezi, and sleep beneath ancient trees in a peaceful island escape
  • Restaurant - Bush style dining featuring dishes like grilled game meats or beef, roasted vegetables and traditional African-inspired sides
  • Spa - Wellness area offering facials, beauty services, body treatments and a range of rejuvenating massages
from $994 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Mbano Manor Hotel

Mbano Manor Hotel

Victoria Falls

A five-star boutique hotel near Victoria Falls, around 4km from the main cascade. An ancient teak forest setting with bungalow suites, chic interiors and wide verandas. There's a spa, pool, restaurant and bar, plus yoga and concierge tour desk. Quiet green base for Falls and nearby national parks.

  • Active Holiday - Steps from Victoria Falls, this is a great base for rafting, helicopter flights, game drives and Zambezi river adventures
  • Back to Nature - Tucked in a teak forest, wake to birdsong, sip coffee on your veranda and relax in eco-luxury near the Falls
  • Restaurant - Refined, locally inspired dining experience with fresh, high-quality cuisine served in indoor and outdoor forest settings
  • Great walks - Take a guided walk through Victoria Falls National Park, where rainforest trails lead to roaring cascades
from $1000 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Victoria Falls River Lodge

Victoria Falls River Lodge

Victoria Falls

A luxury safari lodge in Zambezi National Park, near Victoria Falls. Canvas glass tents and tree suites sit on timber decks with plunge pools and river views. Dining serves local dishes, with a spa, cruises, game drives and walking safaris. Remote bush setting but still close to the Falls.

  • Active Holiday - Step into Zambezi bush for game drives, guided walking safaris and birding, then switch to river cruises, fishing and Falls tour
  • Back to Nature - Wake to treetop suites and plunge pools in wild Zambezi bush, with elephants and river views all around
  • Restaurant - Modern African and international flavours like fresh Zambezi river fish, grilled meats, and locally inspired ingredients
  • Sights nearby - Take a guided day trip to Victoria Falls for breathtaking views, misty rainbows and knife-edge bridge walks
from $1800 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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About Victoria Falls

The Best Places to Stay in Victoria Falls

For a romantic break

  • Shongwe Oasis is an adults-only boutique lodge offering a peaceful romantic escape near Victoria Falls. Rooms feel airy with comfy beds, outdoor bathrooms and natural finishes that lean into the landscape. Couples can unwind with garden dining, poolside cocktails, spa treatments and sunset views. The surrounding rainforest, Zambezi cruises and local markets are all close by.

For a chic boutique

  • Just outside Victoria Falls, Kasambabezi Lodge pairs contemporary safari style with peaceful gardens. Bright rooms open onto private balconies, while the pool, sun terrace and relaxed restaurant make it easy to unwind after rainforest walks or Zambezi cruises. An easy and tranquil base for exploring the Falls.
  • Small and intimate with just 14 rooms, Pamarah Lodge offers calm, modern interiors, private terraces and a peaceful garden setting. Enjoy contemporary African dining, lazy afternoons by the pool and easy access to Chobe safaris, Livingstone Island, rafting and helicopter flights over the Falls.
  • Tucked away in leafy gardens, Batonka Guest Lodge is a great choice for a stylish stay near Victoria Falls. Safari-inspired rooms feature four-poster beds and private patios. The garden restaurant, pool and bar provide a relaxed retreat after rafting, wildlife safaris or zip-lining adventures.
  • Ilala Lodge Hotel is a polished boutique stay within walking distance of Victoria Falls. Elegant rooms overlook gardens that are often visited by impala. Two pools, a serene spa and the excellent Cassia Restaurant make it easy to relax, while the national park and Zambezi adventures are right on the doorstep.
  • Samanzi- This intimate boutique lodge stands out with its stylish cabanas, cascading pools, swim-up bars and a laid-back atmosphere. Guests can enjoy inventive dining, an excellent wine list and a soothing spa with a full treatment list. Rainforest trails, Zambezi cruises and white-water rafting are all just minutes away.

For families

  • Nkosi Guest Lodge is a relaxed family-friendly lodge close to Victoria Falls, with safari-style rooms, garden terraces and plenty of outdoor space for kids to explore. Families can cool off in the pool, enjoy hearty African and international meals, and use it as a base for white-water rafting, wildlife trips and rainforest walks. Babysitting services are also available here.

For a luxury stay

  • Set beside a private game reserve, Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Hotel is a luxury safari retreat that combines colonial-inspired interiors with spacious suites overlooking the bush. Expect Big Five game drives, a superb restaurant, spa, infinity pool and unforgettable sunset cruises. All within easy reach of Victoria Falls.
  • Overlooking the Zambezi game corridor, Victoria Falls Safari Club delivers understated luxury with stylish safari-inspired interiors, private balconies and exceptional wildlife viewing. Guests can enjoy modern African cuisine, relax by the pool and head out for game drives, birdwatching, rainforest walks or white-water rafting rafting adventures.
  • The Victoria Falls Hotel is one of Zimbabwe's most iconic addresses. Rooms and suites offer traditional elegance but in an updated modern style, the best have marble bathrooms and deep soaking tubs. Expect immaculate gardens, fine dining in the Livingstone Room, cocktails on the terrace, a spa and an inviting outdoor pool. The concierge can arrange any number of safaris from walking with lions to experience with elephants.
  • Surrounded by an ancient teak forest, Mbano Manor Hotel is an intimate five-star retreat offering spacious bungalow suites with stylish interiors and large verandas. Unwind with spa treatments, yoga, local dining and a peaceful pool. Victoria Falls, national parks, rafting and game drives are all within easy reach.
  • Set on the banks of the Zambezi, The Palm River Hotel pairs elegant interiors with panoramic river views. Enjoy excellent Zimbabwean dining, a peaceful riverside pool, spa and gym. Game drives, rainforest walks and rafting are all within easy reach. Thrill seekers can take to the skies on a helicopter flight for unbeatable views of Victoria Falls.
  • Matetsi Victoria Falls stands out for its artisan-crafted interiors, earthy design and peaceful riverside setting. Expect outstanding dining, private safaris, guided Falls tours and river cruises, or arrange a visit to local villages to meet communities and discover Zimbabwean culture and traditions. The spacious suites, plunge pools and unforgettable wildlife encounters complete the five star experience. A wild escape with serious style.
  • Old Drift Lodge- This intimate riverside safari lodge delivers understated luxury with elegant suites, natural finishes and private plunge pools that overlook the Zambezi. Spend your days on game drives spotting the Big Five, bush walks and river safaris before returning for refined dining around the open-air restaurant and drinks under the stars.

For an intimate guesthouse

  • 528 Victoria Falls is stylish 10 room retreat that's packed with personality. Think bold interiors, handcrafted furnishings and colourful local artwork. After exploring Victoria Falls, relax by the pool, enjoy home-cooked meals, or head to the rooftop bar for sundowners before tomorrow’s safari, rafting or helicopter adventure.

For a tented camp

  • Set on a peaceful island in Zambezi National Park, Tsowa Safari Island delivers a true safari escape. Luxury canvas tents look out over the river, featuring earthy decor and open-air spaces. Bush dining, a spa with massage treatments, two pools and evenings around the fire pit create an unforgettable stay close to Victoria Falls.
  • With treehouse style suites, luxury canvas tents and private plunge pools overlooking the Zambezi, Victoria Falls River Lodge takes glamping to a whole new level. Dine on excellent modern African and international flavours, and embark on game drives, walking safaris, river cruises and birdwatching, all within easy reach of Victoria Falls and surrounded by spectacular wilderness.
  • Perched above the Batoka Gorge, The Elephant Camp is an exclusive tented retreat that pairs eco-conscious design with panoramic views of the wilderness. The spacious tents feature private plunge pools and interiors mix natural materials with African-inspired touches, for an eco-conscious feel. Refined African dining, sunset cruises, wildlife experiences and easy access to Victoria Falls make it an exceptional safari base.

Prefer a Private Apartment or Cottage?

  • If you'd prefer the privacy of a self-catering option then browse through the wide variety available online with our partner, Booking.com.

Travel Information

  • Victoria Falls is a year-round destination, but the experience changes with the seasons.
  • The rainy season (November to April) brings the falls to their most powerful.
  • The drier months (May to October) offer cooler temperatures, excellent wildlife viewing and activities such as white-water rafting and walking tours.
  • Visitors can fly into Victoria Falls International Airport, around 20km from the town centre.
  • There are no direct flights from the UK, with most journeys connecting via Johannesburg, Addis Ababa or Nairobi and taking approximately 14–18 hours, depending on the route.
  • For car hire prices, we recommend you visit our online partner Rentalcars.

Still not sure?

  • Explore our recommendations for the best places to stay just across the border in Zambia,
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