Livingstone hotellia

Plussat: Staff makes you feel soooo welcome. One hotel guard named, Sikalimi Obert, took the time to show us how to catch great observation of all the wildlife on the other side of the fences. Restaurant is fabulous no matter what you order.

Miinukset: There have been some power cuts due to drought and hydro-electric dam affected. That is not the fault of the hotel, but when it happens the hotel generator performs superbly, but no A/C during that period.

Plussat: Great location, beautiful lodge, clean.

Miinukset: I would have preferred more vegetarian buffet & menu choices.

Plussat: Super Location. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Plussat: Amazing staff, beautiful rooms, stunning outlook over the Zambezi River. Something magical about sipping on delicious Cocktails while watching Elephants swim across the Zambezi. Don't think twice, just book this fabulous Lodge.

Plussat: The beef and pork sausages

Miinukset: No mini bar

Plussat: Beautiful! Including the spa!

Plussat: Staff was beyond friendly! Keep up the good job! And we liked the restaurant and the general hotel atmosphere!! We’ll be back!

Miinukset: Mosquitos everywhere but ofc we know there’s nothing they can do about it. The marimba band during dinner is nice but was too intrusive. Would have liked a little more relaxing, calming, more in the background music.

Plussat: Great location on the Zambezi. Lovely pool and bar area.

Miinukset: Decor slightly tired in our room but we didn't spend much time there :)

Plussat: Very comfortable rooms and bed. Extremely friendly staff, very attentive and helpfull. Rich breakfast with a wide range. Very good quality of the food. Poolside directly at the Zambezi. Perfect location for a stay in Livingstone.

Miinukset: There was nothing we did not like apart from the myriades of Mosquitos. But the rooms are all equiped with insect sprays and the huge bed has a Mosquito Net. Very welcoming Hotel perfectly situated at the Zambezi.

Plussat: Gloria is a great hostess, making sure that all our needs were met.

Plussat: Truly a superb location and time. As someone who travels frequently to Livingstone with guests, this is the perfect balance of very fair prices, an onsite owner who exceeds her role giving you a charger if you forgot yours, also extra shampoo, great free breakfasts, and exceptionally clean rooms good sized. And a good clean pool too! Quiet neighbourhood so one can sleep properly, but very close to town. I will be back!

Miinukset: Nothing could be better!!

Plussat: Wonderful service. Run by a Zambian couple (not foreign investors!). They were very kind as were all the staff members. Although traveling alone, my room had a queen and a twin bed. Very comfortable mattresses. There is AC, a TV (I never used it), warm shower, full bathroom, mini-fridge. The common area has a pool and a dining area the backs up to the home of the owners as well as WiFi. Breakfast and other light meals were provided. One of the owners provided transportation. It was fun to meet a few others who were staying there. I would highly recommend this place. 500%

Miinukset: I liked everything. However, you should know that it is a 15 minute walk to the main part of Livingstone. The owner offered to drive me there gladly. The walk is very safe and I enjoyed it.

Plussat: The staff was very friendly and helpful. It was a great experience and we wull definately go back. it was nice and close too town and Livingston museum.

Miinukset: I can not comment on anuything we didn't like. Everything was good.

Plussat: The staff went out of their way to accommodate us and to arrange tours and transport. The hospitality was outstanding!

Plussat: Gloria and her family are very hospitable!

Plussat: The Host Gloria and her staff was very friendly and accommodating.

Miinukset: I have no complaints or negative comments.

Plussat: good staff and breakfast.

Miinukset: not work Air conditioner. not good wifi . 2 cockroach . blackout always at night.

Plussat: We had a great time at Gloria's, the owner is very friendly, the breakfast was good and the rooms also. They have a good size and everything what you need inside. The accommodation is near to town, only a walk from 15 minutes. Nice gardens with a lot of birds, you don't feel like you are near to town. You also get strong WiFi for free.

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Nice facilities, pleasant ambience, very friendly and helpful staff

Miinukset: Non AC room felt like an oven. Electric fan was little help.

Plussat: good location in the city center, nice swimming pool, tiny but nice and clean rooms, great offer of safari and water falls trips, possibility to book trips in for last minute and free transfer to water falls, helpful and easy-going staff, free afternoon pancakes and good filtered coffee

Miinukset: small rooms, no possibility to sweep up the wet floor in the bathroom, some reception staff very slow

Plussat: The pool

Miinukset: Noisy children, dirty mosquitos net in room

Plussat: The breakfast cheap and good, the rooms a bit small and there was no cleaning of the rooms during our stay that I wasn´t clear about. Worked for us anyway. Pool area was nice and the location super.

Plussat: The free tea and airport pick up is nice. There is a kitchen to cook your own food. They are helpful at booking excursions.

Miinukset: The rooms are small and a little overpriced for what you get. The pool is dirty.

Plussat: Free pancakes helpful staff

Plussat: Fawlty Tower is an oasis in Livingstone. The property has a beautiful and well maintained garden, peaceful and secure. Clean and neat room. Massage service at the property is a nice addition. Good and fresh breakfast, free pancake and coffee/tea! :) Special thanks to helpful, efficient and sincere staff who has done their best to overcome the challenge of electricity load shedding in Zambia. My primary contact is Peggy who has been very helpful and quick providing me with extra bed inquiry and useful information. BTW, the property looks better than in the pictures. ;)

Plussat: The staff was very nice, always willing to help on whatever you need. Besides, the atmosphere is very good, with the pool table and the swimming pool. The hostel was clean, in general, and the location was great: just in front of the supermarket. I recommend, for sure.

Plussat: Great staff

Plussat: Everything!

Miinukset: Everything was fine I only have fond memories.

Plussat: Amazing hotel. Bueatifully designed, knowledgable staff, great food and then the nature side is perfect. Zebras, Impalas, Giraffes & Monkeys are present on the grounds for an amazing family feel. Free entry to Victoria Falls too.

Miinukset: Everything was great. Little pricey, but once you are there, food and attractions are affordable. Definitely coming back to this hotel.

Plussat: Incredible place. Tou have to go to understand.

Miinukset: Fridge was always empty. Not even water. The only bad point.

Plussat: Location. Clean, comfortable rooms. Friendly helpful staff in the main. Breakfast selection. Giraffe and zebra in the hotel grounds and feeding them. Shuttle to the Royal Livingstone. Sundowners on the Kubu deck watching the hippos.

Miinukset: Pool a little tired and cloudy. Then it closed for maintenance. Air conditioning in our room was poor. Load shedding every day losing 12 hours of aircon. Extensive drinks menu but no wine list which was strange.

Miinukset: Huge energy problems and for most of the time AC was not available (temperature was above 35 degrees)

Plussat: The location was great and having free entry to the Zambian side of Victoria Falls was awesome.

Miinukset: Considering the caliber of the resort the food could be a lot better (we sent back a number of less than decent meals) and the service was slow - though the people were very kind and friendly.

Plussat: Everyone always asked us how we're enjoying our stay!

Miinukset: Rooms were small

Plussat: Great location, overall great complex, great rooms, great service.

Miinukset: liked everything

Plussat: We booked for somewhere for our grandchildren to experience a bit of Africa and have a safe place to run around. They loved it and enjoyed the huge pool and seeing the zebras grazing in the property. Activities were well organised and the evening entertainment was very nice.

Miinukset: The food was OK but could have been better - the breakfast was very good, but dinner was only adequate. We went next door to the Royal Livingstone for lunch and found the quality there much better.

Plussat: Amazing location, set in a national park with roaming Zebra, Giraffe, Impala, Monkeys, Baboons and Mongoose literally right beside you as you walk through manicured grounds to gaze over the mighty Zambezi river complete with Hippis and crocodiles. The food is okay, but quite heavy on the grease, probably well suited to the US traveller. The staff are friendly and the dancing welcome and send off is a great bonus. Would definitely reccomen this as a stay.

Miinukset: Breakfast and overall food is quite greasy and nothing to rave about.

Plussat: The staff were fantastic, always friendly!

Plussat: The location and hospitality was amazing. I would totally book again.

Plussat: My wife and I really enjoyed our stay. upper friendly and helpful staff who were always willing to assist. will definitely visit again and recommend to all I know.

Miinukset: All was excellent.

Miinukset: The Pool lounges need cushions and maybe also a handrail for the Elderly to get in and out the pool. Other than that , great hotel with Awesome Staff.

Plussat: Miellyttävä ilmapiiri, viihtyisä, hyvä ruoka

Miinukset: Sijainti vähän kaukana Livingstonen keskustasta

Plussat: Staff was really friendly.

Miinukset: There were too many Mosquitos at the hotel, it was unbearable.

Plussat: Clean linen

Miinukset: The receptionist could have been a bit helpful, booked me as two people and refused to correct the receipt until the manager got involved.

Plussat: Good variety of fresh fruit and reasonable selection of cereals and breads. Good coffee

Miinukset: No fault with breakfast. What I/we did not like was the scarcity of hotel/room information in the room. What we did not like also was the staff vagueness about whether the air conditioning worked when mains power was not available. Generally, it did not, and this should be addressed as the current power deficit in Zambia is not going to go away in the short term

Plussat: The breakfast was great, there were alot of variety to choose from.

Miinukset: There was no fan in the room and therefore when power goes off, the room becomes very hot and considering that it is also hot outside, one's stay becomes uncomfortable. My recommendation to the Management is that buy fans and place them in the rooms.

Plussat: Great location in the bush with fantastic views. Wonderful hosts and staff. Service second to none. Very good food and a cold beer at the end of the day! Every comfort you could want in the Zambian bush

Miinukset: Could not fault it from start to finish

Plussat: The location is fabulous, perched as it is on the edge of the Zambezi Gorge. If you like isolation, atmosphere and great accommodation and food this is for you. Meals good with view overlooking the gorge. Room was bush camp style but with large bed room, mosquito netting over double bed, separate bathroom and enclosed garden courtyard. Staff really helpful and courteous Do take the escorted walk along the top of the gorge and also the rather steep descent /ascent to the river

Plussat: Everything was great, service was good, and I had a great time and experience, apart from the very small parts that I didn't liked.

Miinukset: Communication between staff and customer could be clearer. For eg, the airport shuttle service could be stated more clearly that it comes with an extra charge, and after booking is made and payment collected, they should send a note stating that everything is confirmed (since I received a note stating that Taita will send me a confirmation) but I had to follow up with Taita myself to ask them if my booking is confirmed. They could be more clear and swift on that part.

Plussat: Fantastic location to get away from it all and unwind True African Nature experience Very good staff Great birding spot - although it was drier than expected we very happy with what we set out to find Nice to meet and see owners involved

Plussat: The rooms are nice, and the pool and bar are really nice! The staff very friendly!

Miinukset: The shared kitchen it was dirty almost all the time, and there are no good equipments to cook. The Showers were dirty

Plussat: Great location, very friendly staff. Very helpful.

Miinukset: Got bed bugs and when informed front desk, got told they were from the river and had nothing to do with them.

Plussat: Second time here and I am pleased as ususl.

Plussat: The place is very beautiful and well decorated, reasonable prices

Miinukset: The noise at night of the customers, the heat and a lot of mosquitos

Miinukset: They are bed bugs in all rooms. Several quest were badly britten.

Plussat: We appreciated the continuous communication before our arrival and the in house activity office who can organize all the events and activities around Livingstone. We found this a great deal of convenience and their knowledge of the area and particulars were invaluable to our stay. A special mention to Mwila who arannged everything for us! We also loved the friendly, unpretentious staff who catered for our every need with a huge smile. The communal living area was a pleasant place to hang around in between activities, allowing guests to share experiences and with FIFA World Cup being broadcasted on two TVs during our stay. It is very welcoming to see a stay that focuses a lot on sustainable living and care for their environment and community which permeates through their values as a business. Furthermore we liked the pricing and we found it exceptionally reasonable and it is definitely value for money. Finally it is often a scary experience when it comes to taking a taxi but Jollyboys have selected a few drivers who is often on standby which made it very easy for us. They were always so fantastic, honest and friendly, particularly Sam who made this trip extra special for us!

Miinukset: We didn't like the shared shower facilities which perhaps shared a common geysers hence running out on hot water and water pressure during showers at peak hours. We also found the heavily rusted soap trays in the showers a little disconcerting. Another problem was the Wi-Fi internet where you are confined to a small bar area where it is shared amongst all guests. This proved difficult during peak traffic where everyone is using the bandwidth at the same time which made it very slow. It was also not always convenient as you didn't have any Wi-Fi signal in the rooms. Lastly the bar could perhaps improve on it's menu selection which is minimal and a more comprehensive curio shop could be something to consider for those looking to bring something back as a gift or for memory as a matter of convenience for travellers.

Plussat: The staff is very friendly and helpful. The beds are very comfy and the pool/bar area is great for socializing.

Miinukset: Nothing.

Plussat: Great view from the restaurant area. The breakfast that was included was wonderful. All in all great value.

Miinukset: We slept in the tents and there was quite a lot of mosquitoes. They did provide some spray but should probably spray the area regularly.

Plussat: Fantastic location on the banks of the Zambezi! Was wonderful to watch hippos and elephants crossing the river while enjoying a very delicious breakfast. Staff were very welcoming and friendly. The food from the onsite restaurant was amazing. Great location near airport and the Victoria Falls

Miinukset: Take lots and lot of mosquito repellent

Plussat: relaxing place very close to the highlight of the area: Victoria falls! All kind of activities can be booked here / food is very good and you can watch the hippos in Zambezi river already while you enjoy your breakfast in the morning / accommodation is modern, clean, I had no mozquitoes in the room despite beeing so close to the river

Plussat: Large comfortable tents, but lots of mosquitos try to get in.

Plussat: The staff is amazing. They are so polite and professional. Being Zambia I was not sure what to expect and my experience was amazing. I would definitely stay here again.

Miinukset: This is totally a 1st world problem, but the WiFi was spotty. In the grand scheme of things this is so minor but I think if you plan to do some work you want to consider it.

Plussat: Very nice location at the riverfront

Plussat: Beautiful location on river. Gardens are very well done.

Miinukset: Service are average. When settling our bill we had to go to the restaurant ourselves to get the signed slips. Premises next door are extremely noisy and spoils the atmosphere of the hotel. Quality of restaurant food is average.

Plussat: It was close to the falls. About a 8min cab ride.

Miinukset: Food wasn't very good. Internet was terrible. All the adventures from activity center were stupid exspensive. Staff seemed disappointed when I wanted to extend my stay. No screens on the windows in the room. Lots of bugs. For our meals we went to a near by hotel called Avani. Much better food and better priced items.

Plussat: I was made to feel at home away from home. They organised a friendly driver who fetched me from the airport. He took me to town to get a Zambian sim card and gave me a mini tour of the town. I was greeted by friendly staff ,who made sure I was happy at all times. The rooms are clean, spacious ,safe and beautiful. I felt like I was in a beautiful village! It is now my favourite place in Zambia!

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: The owners and all employees are very nice people fun to talk with and fun to be with. Sustainable green concept of the lodge, use of local materials, thatched roofs, eucalyptus wood, arrangement of rondavels and the swimming pond with water roses make this a little african paradise.

Miinukset: Everything was just perfect!

Plussat: Eco-lodge is really a fantastic place. Own traditional house for a couple with an outdoor shower looking at the trees and sky; a private reception outdoor covered space to welcome friends; enough plugs and IT-potential for working also; good space for storing suitcases and clothes for a couple. It's ideal for a couple! Also the privacy and the reeds-type pool that is magic and clean... Enjoyed myself a lot

Miinukset: Nothing. I was pleased with everything even the breakfast had healthy choices

Plussat: The staff were friendly and helpful; the rooms are comfortable

Miinukset: They could do more in the way of entertainment at the premises. The swimming pool, though clean, is more of pond with tadpoles and such, so you can't use it for too long.

Plussat: The place is Fab! I was quite surprised at the beauty. When I heard elephants pass nearby, I was sold. For breakfast, I had a fruit bowl with fresh organic strawberries from their garden. It was delectable. There was a beautiful trail around the property, so I did a few laps. The also has a natural pool. My Chalet was WOW!!! Absolutely stunning, with a private indoor/outdoor garden. It was 5 star and also an Eco lodge.

Miinukset: Fab!

Plussat: Staff was very helpful and pleasent. They were there to help us when we needed assistance. I would like to mention that Precious, Sheila, Vincent and Choolwe always went out of their way to make us comfortable and happy. We do appreciate it, especially when all the staff organized the bon fire for us to have our s'mors. A big thank you to that. And a big thank you to Nina, who made sure that everything is in order and that we are happy. She really did here best to assist us with everything that we needed which made our trip very pleasent. We will definitely see you guys again!! Thanks Tamar & Ma'ayan

Miinukset: The load shedding and no fresh & clean towels. The towels were smelly.

Plussat: Breakfasts are good

Plussat: Thanks so much for this wonderful experience. Staff was really helpful and really kind (once more: thank you Debra) Lodge was amazing (looks like a little African village, wonderful swimming pool area,...) They offer extra services free of charges (they booked for us our boat cruise, a Victoria fall walk,...) If we come back to Zambia, we will definitely spend few days there again. They are also really close from the falls.

Miinukset: Nothing! Everything was perfect!

Plussat: The lodge is very nice and the room was great! Wireless internet was fast and allowed some work to get done. The building is in a great location and everyone was very helpful. Excellent!

Miinukset: There really wasn't anything not to like. Everything was clean and in order. However, it would be nice to be provided a couple bottles of water. Even if the hotel had some drinks available to purchase.

Plussat: The manager Joseph was fantastic and very friendly. Catered to our every need and went beyond the call of duty to ensure that we enjoyed all Livingstone has to offer.