Access & Location
The hotel is accessed via approximately 25 minutes’ road transfer from Livingstone Airport. It’s situated amidst gorgeous gardens on the banks of the mighty River Zambezi, just a short distance from Victoria Falls .
The Royal Livingstone Hotel
A large and luxurious property in a beautiful setting next to the Zambezi River
Lounges, restaurants and other dining options, bar, boma, gym, spa, sundeck, and swimming pool
A total of one hundred and seventy-three rooms and suites, across four categories
Victoria Falls tours, watersports, canoe safaris, game drives, helicopter or microlight flights, Livingstone Island trips, Royal Livingstone express trips and more
Our Yellow Zebra Opinion
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Great choice
A Yellow Zebra favorite for someone who is looking for a luxury hotel, just a stone’s throw from the Falls.
Activities
The hotel is a great base for all the fun of the Falls, in addition to cultural pursuits and some wildlife viewing. Here’s a selection of things to do, all at an additional cost:
Falls tours
Watersports
Canoe safaris
Sunset cruises
Helicopter or microlight flights
Trips to Livingstone Island
Culture tours
Guided game drives
Horse riding
Rides on the Royal Livingstone Express
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An excellent introduction to the Falls, tours involve a leisurely walk around the world’s largest waterfall while learning all about this spectacular attraction from a knowledgeable guide. And The Royal Livingstone’s guests have free access from 6am to 6pm every day!
White water rafting, zip lining, gorge swinging, bungee jumping… this is a dream destination for anyone seeking an adrenaline rush. Please click here for more information about sports at Vic Falls.
Why not clamber into a canoe and paddle the past route of David Livingstone? You’ll see a collection of islands, full of intriguing wildlife, during your adventurers!
A wonderful way to wind down following a busy day, these cruises offer opportunities to spot hippos, crocs, and waterbirds on a journey along the boundary of Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park.
For a bird’s-eye view of the Falls, you can take to the skies in a helicopter or microlight! For more details, just click here.
The island named after the renowned explorer is situated in the center of the River Zambezi. It features the truly terrifying Devil’s Pool, an infinity pool with a 100 meters’ drop! Please note, the availability of this trip depends on water levels.
Guided tours of Livingstone town are possible too. You’ll take a look around the main museum, and you can also visit the Railway and Jewish museums for insights about the settlers in the region. Dinners at Makuni Boma are also offered every Friday evening. Accompanied by traditional music, dancing, or warrior performances, these are a real treat!
Add some safari to your Falls stay, by heading into Mosi-oa-Tunya N.P. to observe the likes of white rhino, buffalo, an assortment of antelopes, and ample birdlife.
You can see it all from the saddle too! The national park has plenty of trails, and as most species are at ease in the presence of horses you could enjoy some close encounters with wildlife.
All aboard the steam train for a lavish five-course meal while passing through the park and sundowners as you cross Victoria Falls Bridge – an experience to savour.
*This hotel is fenced, however being on the Zambezi River means that animals do still wander into the grounds. If you opt to stay here please be cautious and look out for potentially dangerous wildlife at all times and especially at night.
Make an EnquiryMake an EnquiryFacilities
Communal facilities at The Royal Livingstone are thoroughly on a par with the hotel’s luxurious guest accommodation.
Restaurants
Bar
Private dining available
Swimming pool
Gym
Spa
There’s a fine assortment of sumptuous lounges and an extensive range of dining options. For example, The Royal Livingstone Lounge provides light dining options with historic themes, while The Old Drift Restaurant offers an excellent à la carte menu in a very glamorous setting. The Old-World-style Travelers Bar is fantastic for getting to know your fellow travelers, and the likes of Kubu and the hotel’s boma are amazing al fresco venues. Private dining is available, and you can even enjoy a meal aboard the Royal Livingstone Express! Guests hoping to fit in a workout while on vacation can head to the hotel’s well-equipped gym, while anyone in need of a spot of pampering can pop to the spa or request a massage on the banks of the Zambezi river. You can also relax on the sundeck, viewing the famous Victoria Falls spray during green season. And there’s a very inviting swimming pool!
Make an EnquiryAmenities
There are 173 rooms and suites, across four categories.
Air conditioning
Satellite TV
Tea-and-coffee station
Mini-bar
Wi-Fi
All have a Victorian-era colonial style, and they’re housed in 17 two-story buildings with the hotel’s grounds. The entry-level option is the Deluxe Room. Occupying 30 square meters, each of these rooms offers a double bed or twin beds and a useful selection of amenities, including air conditioning, satellite television, tea-and-coffee station, mini-bar, safe, free Wi-Fi, and hairdryer. The en-suite facilities comprise flush toilet, washbasin, rainfall shower, and separate bathtub. Complimentary toiletries are supplied. From the bathroom, doors lead out onto either a private balcony or private patio, where you can sit and enjoy views across the gardens towards the river. It isn’t unusual for game such as zebra to roam through and graze nearby! And every Deluxe Room benefits from the services of a private butler. The Deluxe Corner Room is similarly appointed, and offers extra space in which to relax during your stay. The Livingstone Suite is larger still (63 sq. m) and boasts a separate living and dining room. Finally, the Presidential Suite covers 88 square meters and features a spacious terrace that’s perfect for outdoor dining!
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