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Hotel Description

Jollyboys Backpackers puts you in the heart of Livingstone, steps from Livingstone Museum and within a 30-minute stroll of Railway Museum. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and free self parking.

A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, and mani/pedis. For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Plus you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a snack bar/deli, and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and noon. There's also the convenience of free airport pick-up service.

Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-star Livingstone hostel include Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and Victoria Falls Field Museum.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$66* Per night/room 20 Apr. - 21 Apr.

Single Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Room, Multiple Beds

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 8 Max

Room, Multiple Beds (9 Bed Private Dorm)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 9 Max

Double Room, Ensuite

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Single Room Ensuite

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

About the Jollyboys Backpackers

Location 34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone,

Property Features

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is free (available 24 hours). An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Jollyboys Backpackers. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Livingstone hostel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Free airport pick-up; area shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Jollyboys Backpackers offers 30 accommodations with safes and ceiling fans. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Communal kitchen access
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Safe
  • Ceiling fan

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to noon.

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Spa Services

  • Number of treatment rooms 2
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Swedish massage

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 8 PM

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the airport. 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 AM - 8 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Jollyboys Backpackers offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 9 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Front desk opens daily at 7 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Long-term renters welcome
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property is not currently implementing any enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5–8 per person

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

Hotel Names

  • Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel Livingstone
  • Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel
  • Jollyboys Backpackers Livingstone
  • Jollyboys Backpackers
  • Jollyboys Backpackers Livingstone
  • Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hostel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 9 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.