Victoria Falls Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Victoria Falls with spa services and coffee shop/cafe

Photo gallery for Victoria Falls Backpackers

Aerial view
Garden
Double Ensuite Room
Games room
Fridge, microwave

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Explore the area

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357 Gibson Road, Victoria Falls
  • Victoria Falls National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Devil's Pool
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Victoria Falls Bridge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Victoria Falls (VFA)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Tent, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Fridge
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Ensuite Room

Highlights

Fridge
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Fridge
Fan
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Fridge
Fan
Separate bedroom
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Mixed Dorm 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fridge
Fan
Separate bedroom
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Mixed Dorm 3

Highlights

Fridge
Fan
Separate bedroom
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Ensuite Room

Highlights

Fridge
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Victoria Falls

At Victoria Falls Backpackers you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Victoria Falls National Park and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Victoria Falls. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .A day of pampering can include massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. The café, Bush Café, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7 AM and 11:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Victoria Falls hostel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Zambezi National Park and 3.3 km (2 mi) from David Livingstone Statue.

What's nearby

  • Victoria Falls National Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Devil's Pool - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Victoria Falls Bridge - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Zambezi National Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Victoria Falls Field Museum - 6 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Falls (VFA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shungu Pool Terrace - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Victoria Falls Waterfront - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Old Drift - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Royal Livingstone Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kubu Cafe - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Victoria Falls Backpackers

Hostel in Victoria Falls with spa services and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Victoria Falls Backpackers. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victoria Falls hostel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Victoria Falls Backpackers offers 10 accommodations with a safe and shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 10 for adults and USD 4 to 10 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bush Café

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

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 4 to 10 for adults and USD 4 to 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15 (one-way), (from 2 to 11 years old)

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 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 only accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 only accepts cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Victoria Falls Backpackers Lodge
Backpackers Lodge
Victoria Falls Backpackers
Victoria Falls Backpackers Hostel
Victoria Falls Backpackers Hotel Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls Backpackers Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

Victoria Falls Backpackers 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 Backpackers?

As of 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Victoria Falls Backpackers on 30 Sept 2025 start from AU$74.52, 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 Backpackers?

Yep, Victoria Falls Backpackers has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body scrubs and facials.

Does Victoria Falls Backpackers have a pool?

Victoria Falls Backpackers has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Does Victoria Falls Backpackers serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 7 AM and 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Victoria Falls Backpackers's onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.

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

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

Are pets allowed at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.