Palm River Hotel

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Garden
Restaurant
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Restaurant
Restaurant

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$820
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July

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Stand 1403, Parkway Drive, Victoria Falls, Matabeleland North Province
  • Place, Victoria Falls National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Zambezi National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Victoria Falls
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria Falls (VFA)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Honeymoon Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Villa

  • River view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Double Room

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Presidential Suite

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Victoria Falls

A luxury stay in Victoria Falls awaits you at Palm River Hotel. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Victoria Falls National Park and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Zambezi National Park. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, facials and mani/pedis. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Free English breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Victoria Falls hotel include Victoria Falls and Devil's Pool.

What's nearby

  • Victoria Falls National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Zambezi National Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Victoria Falls - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • David Livingstone Statue - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Victoria Falls Bridge - 10 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Livingstone (LVI) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Travelers Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Sun Deck - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Leaf - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Three Monkeys - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dusty Road Township Experience - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Palm River Hotel

Palm River Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A children's pool, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the luxury Palm River Hotel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Victoria Falls hotel.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Palm River Hotel offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with private pools and a safe. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 20-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Victoria Falls hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

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

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 2:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Palm River Hotel Hotel
Palm River Hotel Victoria Falls
Palm River Hotel Hotel Victoria Falls

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Palm River Hotel?

Palm River Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Palm River Hotel?

As of 29 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palm River Hotel on 30 June 2026 start from AU$820, 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 Palm River Hotel?

Yep, Palm River Hotel has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Palm River Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Palm River Hotel. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments.

Does Palm River Hotel have a pool?

Palm River Hotel has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Palm River Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private pools in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Palm River Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Palm River Hotel?

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

Does Palm River Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, free English brekkie is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Palm River Hotel?

No, Palm River Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Palm River Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Palm River Hotel?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 2:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Palm River Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Palm River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, calm setting on the river and convenient transfers to town and airport
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, lovely room, gym was really good to have and the staff very kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, excellent service, nice surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great service, wonderful caring staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Chef, comfortable rooms, excellent service.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay and the staff was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful place with friendly and efficient staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful grounds, fantastic facilities and very attentive wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was fabulous! We missed the elephants, but the hippos in the evening ---- amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic and luxurious hotel it was just what we needed after a long safari. You will not be disappointed 5 Star place and the restaurants is excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanaka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless the staff was exceptionally top notch esp Viola,overally l was very impressed for someone based in the US working in the hospitality industry and seeing the standards comparable to the US standards.Me and my wife we really enjoyed l would love to come back again we had a great time at the Palm river.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best experience I’ve had in Victoria Falls and worth the price. The rooms are top class, meals excellent. The views on the Hotel are perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful 2 night stay.Staff incredibly helpful & friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and staff. Large grounds with lot of greenery and Zambezi river as back drop. River cruise right off back of hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Brilliant hotel and staff

Fantastic hotel. Faultless
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property Right on Zambezi river. You will want to stay forever. Staff is attentive and the ground's are magnificent!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had a beautiful location along side the Zambezi River. We were looking forward to a relaxing 3 night stay coming off a 9 night safari. Unfortunately during our stay, the pool area was taken over by several large families with loads of children. If you are looking for a hotel with a peaceful setting, the Palm River Hotel may not be for you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It really is a unique and beautiful hotel. The staff are all extremely helpful and the ambience is lovely. We were also blessed to have seen an elephant literally almost next to us whilst having a drink in the grounds.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property. The staff was great. The rooms beautiful. Breakfast and Dining faciliites were very good. We enjoyed High Tea, served as it should be. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular property with dedicated service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is top of the art ,,(, a real 5 star,)hotel Absolutely new and clean in every aspect Staff alert and professional Would not hesitate to recommend this place to friends and family Will be back to stay again if given the opportunity
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angus

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

Great Option

Great choice for Victoria Falls! The property is new, close to the town and falls and offers a relaxing environment with great staff and food options.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you want a nice hotel on the Zambezi River this is the place to stay. It is not in town and about 10 to 15 minutes away depending on where you are going. But very relaxing on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was far above expectations. Spacious rooms, large balcony and huge luxurious bathroom. Bar area was right by the river with incredible views. Outdoor dining in beautiful grounds. Lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sbahle

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

Stunning

Absolutely perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023