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Victoria Falls River Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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Rapids View Villa | Terrace/patio
Front of property
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Hippo Creek Villa

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Gym
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Spa
The current price is NZ$2,880
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Zambezi National Park, Kandahar, Victoria Falls
  • Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
    ā€Ŗ1 min walkā€¬
  • Livingstone Reptile Park
    ā€Ŗ33 min driveā€¬
  • Maramba Cultural Museum
    ā€Ŗ34 min driveā€¬
  • Victoria Falls (VFA)
    ā€Ŗ40 min driveā€¬

Room options

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Rapids View Villa | Terrace/patio

Rapids View Villa

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • River view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Single Murphy Bed, 1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Family Tent

Highlights

Deck/patio
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 119 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Large Single Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Island Treehouse | Terrace/patio

Island Treehouse

Highlights

Deck/patio
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 95 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Starbed Treehouse

Starbed Treehouse

Highlights

Deck/patio
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 100 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Malachite Tented Suite

Malachite Tented Suite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Deck/patio
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 110 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Hippo Creek Villa

Hippo Creek Villa

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Hypo-allergenic bedding
3 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Victoria Falls

At Victoria Falls River Lodge you'll be within steps of Zambezi River and Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A relaxing visit to Toa Spa can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Restaurant, serves African cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Riverside Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with breakfast and lunch. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym and pool loungers as well as access to boat tours. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .In the area of this 4-property class Victoria Falls hotel, you'll find Victoria Falls.

What's nearby

  • Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park - 1 min walk
  • Zambezi National Park - 12 min drive
  • Victoria Falls National Park - 15 min drive
  • Devil's Pool - 26 min drive
  • Victoria Falls Bridge - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Livingstone (LVI) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖMunali Coffee - ā€¬35 min drive
  • ā€ŖThe Boma - ā€¬22 min drive
  • ā€ŖThe Lookout CafĆ© - ā€¬27 min drive
  • ā€ŖRoyal Livingstone Lounge - ā€¬29 min drive
  • ā€ŖRainforest Cafe - ā€¬25 min drive

About this property

Victoria Falls River Lodge

Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
Some rates at Victoria Falls River Lodge are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Victoria Falls River Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Victoria Falls River Lodge. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours), An area shuttle and A train station pick-up shuttle are free. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Victoria Falls hotel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2012
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
Victoria Falls River Lodge offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features private plunge pools and free minibar items. Beds feature premium bedding. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and laptop-compatible safes. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Toa Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free area shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant
  • Restaurant (Island)
  • Riverside Bar
  • Sunset Bar (Island)

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Supervised activities for children

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 2.00 per cent will be charged
  • Additional fee: USD 15 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Victoria Falls River
Victoria Falls River Lodge All-Inclusive
River Lodge All-Inclusive
Victoria Falls River All-Inclusive
Victoria Falls River Lodge Hotel
Victoria Falls River Lodge All Inclusive
Victoria Falls River Lodge Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls River Lodge Hotel Victoria Falls

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Victoria Falls River Lodge?

Victoria Falls River Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Victoria Falls River Lodge?

As of 19 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Victoria Falls River Lodge on 2 Mar 2025 start from NZ$2,779.55, including 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.

Is parking available at Victoria Falls River Lodge?

Yep, Victoria Falls River Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Victoria Falls River Lodge?

Yep, Toa Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as Swedish massages.

Does Victoria Falls River Lodge have a pool?

Victoria Falls River Lodge has an infinity pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What luxury perks are available at Victoria Falls River Lodge?

Victoria Falls River Lodge features an infinity pool, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with private plunge pools, deep soaking tubs and premium bedding.

What makes Victoria Falls River Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and al fresco dining, as well as private plunge pools and deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Victoria Falls River Lodge.

Is Victoria Falls River Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, babysitting services and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Victoria Falls River Lodge is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Victoria Falls River Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths and private plunge pools in the guestrooms.

Does Victoria Falls River Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, free full brekkie is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Victoria Falls River Lodge?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day at scheduled times.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Victoria Falls River Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Victoria Falls River Lodge's onsite restaurant that serves African cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Victoria Falls River Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Victoria Falls River Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Victoria Falls River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

drew, new hall

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are not enough good things written about this property on the internet. Staying in one of the Island Treehouses was one of the single most incredible and unique experiences for this lifetime traveller. I'm so glad we ended up here on a whim. Cheers to the warm and wonderful staff for making our trip special and here's to this place finding the audience it deserves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

eliay

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were a little disappointed that inspite of highlighting that we were coming for my partner's birthday, the resort did not make any effort, let alone acknowledge it !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wow! Wow!
Oh my goodness what a pleasure it was to stay here at Victoria Falls River Lodge. Even the smallest of details was taken care of and the food was magnificent. I would highly recommend (and have done so already) this beautiful lodge to anyone looking for a luxury escape along the beautiful Zambezi River. The staff were so accommodating and there to assist whenever required. I only spent two nights here and really didn't want to leave. Thank you for making my stay so enjoyable and I look forward to staying here again in the near future :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Teghan, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience with wildlife right at your door
This hotel was great from arrival to departure and would definitely recommend. You arrive by boat to an warm welcome from staff including the manager on duty. The rooms are well appointed with a private pool for each room, comfortable beds and the most amazing view of the Zambezi river. The lodge is not fenced so the chance of being greeted by monkeys or warthogs with your morning coffee if highly likely. The staff are so helpful and lovely making your stay all that much more enjoyable. The food is great quality and in abundance. Game drives or river cruises are offered twice a day and we saw a variety of game each time we went out. This lodge was a great experience for our first time to Zimbabwe and we would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Neil, South Africa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A perfect place by the river
From the arrival and greeting in the outdoor reception to our tented room by the river, it was a ā€œwowā€ experience. With more food than a normal human can consume, non stop gin and tonic, excellent game drives and the experience of elephants playing in the river just by our deck, this was a lovely 3 nights
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Trip!
What a great 2 nights my partner and I had in Victoria Falls River Lodge The rooms, the food and the service were incredible. Thank you to Nofias,White, Kudus, Precious, Joshua and every other member of your staff whom I cant recall at this time for making us feel at home
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful stay along the Zambezi
The Victoria Falls River Lodge is a really special place. The lodge and accommodations are very luxurious - the staff is lovely - and the setting is so peaceful. We had a wonderful time there.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would go back again and again
Lodge staff are great, service is very personalized. Zimbabwean people are great and very hospitable. Great location of lodge with awsome game drives as you are right in the national park. We saw a ton of animals many just roaming the lodge grounds.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Diese 3 Tage werden wir unser Leben lang nicht vergessen. Es war einfach unglaublich. Die Lage der Lodge direkt am Sambesi ist mehr als beeindruckend. Das Management und jeder Angestellte machen ihre Arbeit mit solch einer Freude und Begeisterung, dass man es kaum glauben mag wenn man aus Europa kommt. Die fantastische Stimmung ist einfach ansteckend. Wir haben mit allen anderen GƤsten gesprochen und wirklich jeder war fasziniert von dieser Lodge. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020