The Victoria Falls Hotel, the address of choice for more than a century for royal families, statesmen, celebrities and the discerning traveller occupies a fine location from which to explore the magical wonders of untamed Africa. This magnificent Edwardian-era hotel was built in the early 1900’s during the time when Cecil John Rhodes famously attempted to link Cape Town to Cairo by rail and has the thundering Victoria Falls at its threshold and the big five roaming nearby. This is one hotel that can truly claim to be unique and provides an experience like no other.

The Victoria Falls Hotel is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

LOCATION
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

ACCOMMODATION

All rooms and suites have been recently refurbished whilst still maintaining the traditions and ambience of a bygone era.

30 Classic Rooms (Size: 30m2)
Graced with greys, dark colours and fine-wood furnishings that provide an elegant and comfortable finish. En suite bathrooms are equipped with shower only. 

44 Stable Signature Wing Rooms(Size: 27m2)
Features Edwardian style décor and overlook the front gardens or the courtyard. The en suite bathroom features an old-fashioned bathtub and a separate shower.

13 Premium Rooms(Size: 30m2)
Graced with greys, dark colours and fine-wood furnishings that provide an elegant and comfortable finish. En suite bathrooms are equipped with shower only

ROOM FACILITIES

• Air conditioning
• Electronic safe
• Telephone
• Hair dryer
• IP TV with over 70 channels
• Tea/Coffee making facilities
• USB charging points
• 24-hour room service
• Evening turndown

DINING

The hotel offers guests an array of dining options for all palates in a variety of settings throughout the property.

Jungle Junction
At Jungle Junction, the Africa Spectacular show is performed nightly and consists of a variety of exciting dances performed by local tribes, giving diners the opportunity to sample the wonder and mystery of African ceremony and culture whilst enjoying a dinner buffet under the stars. 

The Livingstone Room
The elegant Edwardian-style Livingstone Room reflects the grandeur and opulence of a bygone era and, features both à la carte and table d’hôte dinner menus and a Diners Club Gold Award Wine List. The dress code is smart-casual with a minimum requirement of a long sleeved collared shirt and trousers. No shorts, sneakers, jeans or sandals are permitted.

Poolside
The open –air poolside bar serves a full range of beverages, light meals and snacks as well as a lunchtime barbeque.

Stanley’s Bar
Stanley’s Bar is the ideal gin lovers bar with over 30 types of gin and is a perfect pre-dinner spot for relaxation and reflection whilst sipping on one of the signature cocktails

Stanley’s Terrace 
Delightful setting for light meals throughout the day. Traditional afternoon tea is served daily, with spectacular views of the Victoria Falls bridge and spray from the Falls below

SPA
The Spa offers two massage beds within the spa itself and one at the poolside and offers a range of treatments from Swedish body massages to body scrubs, facials, pedicures and manicures.

Wi-Fi
Available throughout the hotel free of charge

FACILITIES (some at a supplement*)

• Edwardian Swimming Pool
• Spa*
• Hair salon*
• Fitness Centre
• Putting Green
• Gift shop*
• Valet service
• Babysitting service*
• Laundry & Dry-cleaning service*
• Pop Up Art Gallery
• Shuttle service
• Residents Lounge
• Chapel with services every Sunday
• Guest relations desk
• Excursions desk – game viewing, white water rafting, safaris and more*
• Conferencing (max 40 delegates)

Despite the beauty of the Falls themselves, this region warrants the reputation as an adventure centre, offering a plethora of adrenaline-inducing activities both in and around the Falls. All of the hotels that we offer are also destinations in their own right, either boasting magnificent locations right on the Zambezi River, or surrounded by natural reserves home to some of Africa’s most magnificent wildlife.

Locally known as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’, translating to the ‘The Smoke That Thunders’, Victoria Falls are deservedly one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Forming a natural border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, fed by the mighty Zambezi River, the Falls are a sight to behold!

The 100m vertical chasm spanning the full one and a half kilometre width of the river, creates the biggest curtain of falling water in the world and one of the most extraordinary displays of nature’s might and magnificence.

All of our holiday packages to Victoria Falls are sold as two night adventures, perfect for anyone looking for a luxury break but without too much time to take leave. Whether you’re planning the ultimate proposal, want to celebrate a special birthday, or simply need to treat yourself or your special someone, Victoria Falls is the place to be.

A holiday here is about so much more than just the Falls themselves, with a variety of adventure activities, some of the best game viewing in the world, and river cruises amongst hippos and elephants. Whether you’re seeing the Falls for the first time or planning a hair-raising bungee jump, there is so much to do and see! Victoria Falls will not disappoint.

Victoria Falls is situated in a summer rainfall region. Locals consider there to be two distinct climates - the dry season and the wet season. The dry season begins in May and extends through autumn and winter into October. Generally, the rains begin during the course of November and, by December, the wet season has usually set in with hot daytime temperatures, lightened by torrential downpours that generally take place during the late afternoon.

In early summer, the water level in the Zambezi is at its lowest, and the spray from the Falls is least dense, allowing for more visibility and better photographic conditions. Low water levels mean that parts of the Falls dry up, particularly on the Zambian side, but this is when Devil’s Pool is accessible. During late summer, when the Zambezi is pumping, the spray from the Falls is intense and any visitor to the rainforest can expect to be soaked.

May to November are the best months for most visitors but… if you want to see the Victoria Falls in full power, go between March and May. If your main reason to visit is for the white water-rafting, go between August and early January when the rapids are at their best. If a safari is your priority, go between May and October when the vegetation is low and animals are more easily spotted.

The indigenous languages are Ndebele and Shona but English is the official language and is widely spoken and understood. The Zimbabwean dollar is no longer a valid currency and almost all transactions are conducted in US Dollars.

As Victoria Falls is situated in a malaria zone, it is recommended that you consult your physician on the correct preventative medication required before you travel.

Casual, comfortable clothing is suitable throughout the year. Throw in a few warmer items between April and August, especially for early mornings and late evenings and jeans or trousers for evenings and cooler days is recommended. That said you’ll want some elegant outfits for dinner. Sunglasses, suntan lotion and insect repellent are a must. Also don’t forget some sturdy walking shoes and your binoculars. Please note that camouflage clothing is banned in Zimbabwe.