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Victoria Falls Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Victoria Falls National Park

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Aerial view
Garden
Fridge, microwave
Game room
Double Ensuite Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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357 Gibson Road, Victoria Falls
  • Victoria Falls National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Devil's Pool
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Victoria Falls Bridge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Victoria Falls (VFA)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Room options

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Standard Tent, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe

Standard Tent, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Ensuite Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe

Double Ensuite Room

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe

Mixed Dorm

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe

Mixed Dorm 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe

Mixed Dorm 3

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Ensuite Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe

Twin Ensuite Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Victoria Falls

Located within a mile (2 km) of Victoria Falls National Park, Victoria Falls Backpackers is within 3 miles (5 km) of Victoria Falls. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with a restaurant and conveniences like an outdoor pool and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Victoria Falls National Park - 2 min drive - 0.8 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
  • Maramba Cultural Museum - 15 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Falls (VFA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Munali Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Boma - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Lookout Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Royal Livingstone Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rainforest Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Victoria Falls Backpackers

Hostel with free parking, near Victoria Falls National Park
At Victoria Falls Backpackers, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and spa services. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 15 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include an arcade/game room, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 10 for adults and USD 4 to 10 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bush Café

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 10 for adults, and USD 4 to 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15 (one-way), (from 2 to 11 years old)

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 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 only accepts cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 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 for incidental charges and 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 only accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Victoria Falls Backpackers Lodge
Backpackers Lodge
Victoria Falls Backpackers
Victoria Falls Backpackers Hostel
Victoria Falls Backpackers Hotel Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls Backpackers Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

Victoria Falls Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Victoria Falls Backpackers?

This hostel is located in Victoria Falls within a short 20-minute walk of Victoria Falls National Park. You'll also find Victoria Falls and Zambezi National Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

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

Is a spa located at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

Spa services at the hostel include body scrubs, mani/pedis, massages, and facials.

Does Victoria Falls Backpackers feature a casino on the premises?

No, Victoria Falls Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a garden-view restaurant and an outdoor pool plus some rooms include garden views.

Are there hot tubs at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

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

Does Victoria Falls Backpackers have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Victoria Falls Backpackers serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Bush Café.

Does Victoria Falls Backpackers allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Victoria Falls Backpackers.

Are there connecting rooms at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Victoria Falls Backpackers?

The closest major airport to Victoria Falls Backpackers is Livingstone (LVI), which is 12.9 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Victoria Falls (VFA), which is located 13.1 mi away (21-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

No, at Victoria Falls Backpackers, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Victoria Falls Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 80 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

SUNGHYUN

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Liked the typical colonial style camping atmosphere. The staff were attentive as possible and always helpful, polite and friendly, particularly the manager & chef.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

A jewel in Victoria Falls

It was awesome. They are doing a great job, from Enochs pick up at the airport, smiling and on time, to Blessing and Olli's continued help and professionalism at the front desk. Also the staff do a fantastic job keeping the place sparkling clean which can be hard to do in a hostel! We were very happy there and can recommend it wholeheartedly!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and facilities! Great customer service too. Bring drinking water though - or be prepared to boil it all and drop a chlorine tablet in
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice setting, very friendly competent staff.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elena

10/10 Excellent

Tracey-lee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff that organized all my transfers and activities, easy to meet people but still have privacy...nice pool area and good breakfast. Walk to town about 2km, so not that far and there is a shop 1km away too for basics. Worked out better to pre book a pickup from the airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Nice affordable place to stay

We had a wonderful time in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and enjoyed our stay at the Victoria Falls backpackers lodge. They picked us up just like we scheduled and we felt very comfortable in their peaceful grounds and rustic rooms. Their outside pool and patio is very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very unique stay, enjoyed the ambiance of this hostel!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Janet, Strathroy, Ontario Canada

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very enjoyable. Customer service was really good as most our excursions were booked through hostel...we had everything booked prior to arrival. Buying groceries was not easy and they really get you on exchange for credit card (US cash not accepted). Pool was very refreshing as the 38 degree temp and no A/C was tough on us older folks and we finally caved after 3 nights and got a room with AC. I would of liked filter coffee just to get my day going. Overall if you are into hostels I would recommend this Backpackers
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice atmosphere, clean rooms, friendly staff in a pleasant quiet location on reasonable walking distance from the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Beware of booking transportation with this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

GM, Afghanistan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as advertised and they all have good hospitality. I enjoyed the fish massage and swimming pool where l had a chance to learn how to swim😁.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

CoachJan, Honolulu, Hawaii

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was evident that management really cared about the experience their guests would have. No matter how busy, they were cheerful, helpful and always took time to answer questions as well as provide information and help arrange activities in the area. The whimsical touches throughout the property were delightful. It was easy to meet and have conversations with other guests which resulted in several activities we felt lucky to hear about and participate in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good cheap place,mostly young backpackers.iwas the only older person I saw,. The staff were friendly and helpful. and the place is charming.and very colorful and pre try.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was very friendly and accommodating. The chef was especially great :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019