Shongwe Lookout

3.0 star property
Lodge in Victoria Falls with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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 Deluxe Room, Garden View, Double | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Mopane St, Victoria Falls, Matabeleland North Province
  • Place, Victoria Falls National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Zambezi National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Victoria Falls Bridge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria Falls (VFA)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, Garden View, Single

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Garden View, Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, Garden View, Double

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, Garden View, Single

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Room, Garden View, Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Room, Garden View, Single

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Victoria Falls

Shongwe Lookout places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Victoria Falls National Park and Zambezi National Park. This 3-star lodge has 23 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Victoria Falls National Park - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Zambezi National Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Devil's Pool - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Victoria Falls Bridge - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Victoria Falls Field Museum - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Falls (VFA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boma - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shungu Pool Terrace - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Lookout Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Victoria Falls Waterfront - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Royal Livingstone Lounge - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Shongwe Lookout

Lodge in Victoria Falls with free breakfast and a coffee shop
Shongwe Lookout features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 20 per person one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, access to locker space, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Along with relaxing touches like rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs, bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and safes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds are available

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 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 10 (one-way), (up to 3 years old)
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
  • Laundry fee: USD 5 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Shongwe Lookout?

Shongwe Lookout provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Shongwe Lookout?

As of Dec 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shongwe Lookout on Dec 2, 2025 start from $155.08, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Shongwe Lookout?

This lodge is located in Victoria Falls, close to Victoria Falls, Devil's Pool, and Victoria Falls National Park. You'll also find Zambezi National Park and Zambezi River within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Shongwe Lookout?

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

Does Shongwe Lookout have a casino on the premises?

No, Shongwe Lookout doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Shongwe Lookout?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Shongwe Lookout?

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

Are there hot tubs at Shongwe Lookout?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Shongwe Lookout have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Shongwe Lookout serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does Shongwe Lookout allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shongwe Lookout though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Shongwe Lookout?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this lodge for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Shongwe Lookout?

The closest major airport to Shongwe Lookout is Livingstone (LVI), which is 12.7 mi away (47 minutes by car). Another top airport is Victoria Falls (VFA), which is located 12.7 mi away (20-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Shongwe Lookout?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Shongwe Lookout.