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Mambo Backpakers

3.0 star property

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Property grounds
Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi
Breakfast area
Bar (on property)
Outdoor pool

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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66 Courtney Crescent, Victoria Falls
  • Place, Victoria Falls National Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, David Livingstone Statue
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Zambezi National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria Falls (VFA)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom, Garden View | Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shared Dormitory (4 Beds) | Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (4 Beds)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Triple Room, Private Bathroom | Free WiFi

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | Free WiFi

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shared Dormitory (6 Beds) | Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (6 Beds)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Free WiFi

Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Victoria Falls

Within a short walk of Victoria Falls National Park, Mambo Backpakers is within 2 miles (3 km) of David Livingstone Statue. This 3-star guesthouse has 8 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Victoria Falls National Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • David Livingstone Statue - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Devil's Pool - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Victoria Falls Bridge - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Zambezi National Park - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Livingstone (LVI) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shungu Pool Terrace - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Boma - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Victoria Falls Waterfront - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Lookout Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Three Monkeys - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Mambo Backpakers

Guests of Mambo Backpakers enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 20.00 per vehicle roundtrip. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Ceiling fans are also standard. Bathrooms are shared.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 2.00 percent will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Mambo Backpakers Guesthouse Victoria Falls

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Mambo Backpakers?

Mambo Backpakers offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Mambo Backpakers?

This guesthouse is located in Victoria Falls within a short 8-minute walk of Victoria Falls National Park. You'll also find Victoria Falls and Victoria Falls Bridge within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Mambo Backpakers?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Mambo Backpakers include a casino on the premises?

No, Mambo Backpakers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Mambo Backpakers?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Mambo Backpakers?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Mambo Backpakers have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Mambo Backpakers have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Mambo Backpakers serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Mambo Backpakers allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mambo Backpakers.

Does Mambo Backpakers have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Mambo Backpakers?

The closest major airport to Mambo Backpakers is Livingstone (LVI), which is 12.4 mi away (50 minutes by car). Another top airport is Victoria Falls (VFA), which is located 13.3 mi away (22-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mambo Backpakers?

No, at Mambo Backpakers, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Mambo Backpakers Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 7 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst experience ever in my life, will never recommend anyone to book or stay there
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The staff were nice, but it seems like the location is not well versed in travel accommodations. The greeting was lacking and the staff would turn off the pump for water and the geezer randomly. Plus, my friend had a hole in her bed. All in all, a peaceful location but not my favorite backpackers experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

조용한 분위기의 백팩커스

아프리카의 숙소 수준이 다른 대륙에 비해 좋지 않다는 것을 감안했을때 합리적인 가격대의 시설이다. 다른 나라에 있는 숙소였다면 시설이 떨어진다고 했을 것이다. 시설에 대해서는 큰 기대는 하지 않는 것이 좋다. 분위기는 넓직하며 평화롭고 조용하며 전통적인 분위기가 난다. 직원이 친절하고 도움을 주려고 하나 24시간 상주는 당연히 하지 않으며 밤9시만 넘어도 리셉션에 사람이 없다... 아침의 경우도 전날 요청을 실수로 하지 않으면 아침 7시에도 사람이 없다. 전문적인 경영이 이루어질 필요가 있다고 본다. 그래도 아프리카임을 감안할때 가격대비 나쁘지는 않다.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Frauke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place in Vic Falls

Mambo and his family made our stay very pleasant and are great people. I felt safe at all times and enjoyed the central location in Vic Falls as well as the beautiful patio and garden! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018