Reviews of Royal Livingstone Hotel
Wildlife sightings and reviews
89 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Royal Livingstone Hotel and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Vic falls option"
Fab rooms in a great setting but you are plagued by heli and micro lite noise all day if sat on the deck or round the pool" See all these reviews: 7n in Zambia
"Royal Livingstone Hotel review"
Staff provided info when asked on specific points, but erratically - eg., that pool available from 7am, arrived at 7-30 to be told opens at 8am. Requested a drink and a snack at 9-10 pm to be refused because they ceased snacks at 9pm - no way of knowing this in advance. When we arrived were asked to wait while receptionist checked our room ready. 40 minutes later, gave-up and went for lunch. Bottled water from previous day is removed from room after breakfast but, oddly, not replaced until early evening.
Staff cheerful and aimed to help, but obvious shortcomings in training. Management might learn a great deal from a short visit to the Victoria Falls Hotel.
Rooms were perfectly large enough, despite many negative comments on Tripadvisor. and elsewhere regarding their size." See all these reviews: 4n in Zambia; 3n in Zimbabwe; 3n in Namibia
"Great place, wonderful location"
Very frinedly staff. You could not get a better place, - when at the pool you see the mist from the Victoria falls." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia; 3n in Zambia
"A Hotel as it should be"
The Hotel may be old but is still an excellent site with the best of services and an unbeatable location.
Why stay anywhere else one would have to say?" See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia; 2n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
"Royal Livingstone Hotel review"
Staying at the hotel after the safari was definitely the best way to end the holiday - gave us time to relax and enjoy some free time. Would definitely stay there again." See all these reviews: 9n in Botswana; 3n in Zambia
"wonderful falls, hotel a mixed bag"
Spa was very expensive with poor quality of nail polish. The water in the pool was full of dead flies.
Two people were outstanding: the lady concierge who was very effective and who helped us overcome a serious problem with an unexpected flight cancellation. The second was a receptionist which came to our bungalow to help us with the internet, which as it turned out, is very unstable.
The sundown boat trip on the river was expensive but very beautiful. Staff and service were really enjoyable and you get a lot of snacks and drinks!" See all these reviews: 5n in Botswana; 3n in Zambia
"Royal Livingstone Hotel review"
But the Bar is worth a visit!" See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
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"Royal Livingstone Hotel review"
The hotel was excellent but " Africa -lite ". It could have been anywhere in the world but with tame zebras, giraffes and impala .
A good last stop to bridge the move from Africa to Europe." See all these reviews: 17n in Zambia
"Incredibly posh"
Our room had a beautiful enclosed riverfront porch and all the amenities. Each group of rooms had a day and an evening butler to help with anything and everything. Experienced a classic high tea overlooking the falls, but that was overshadowed by a delicious gracious dinner." See all these reviews: 4n in South Africa; 3n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
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Other lodges in Livingstone & Victoria Falls
Alternative places to stay in this same area.
Avani Victoria Falls
Just a few minutes' walk from the Victoria Falls, with access for guests included, the Avani features good facilities in peaceful grounds at a modest price.
Tongabezi
Secluded on the banks of the Zambezi, less than 20km from the Victoria Falls, Tongabezi is one of the most exclusive lodges in Zambia.
Waterberry Lodge
Offering great value for money and within easy reach of the Victoria Falls, Waterberry is a small, family-friendly lodge on the banks of the Zambezi River.
Islands of Siankaba
In a lovely location on the Zambezi upriver of the Victoria Falls, Islands of Siankaba provides a tranquil setting to relax at the start or end of a safari to Botswana or Zambia.
Toka Leya Camp
The new Toka Leya Camp stands beside the Zambezi inside Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park – so wildlife often passes through. It's a comfortable tented camp which has great service and includes a range of activities.
Stanley Safari Lodge
Stanley Safari Lodge has views of Victoria Falls spray from all the rooms, and is a convenient base for exploring the Zambezi River area.
The River Club
The River Club, near Zambia's town of Livingstone and the Victoria Falls, overlooks the Zambezi River.
Sindabezi
Sindabezi, near Zambia's town of Livingstone and the Victoria Falls, is an island in the middle of the Zambezi River
Thorntree River Lodge
Rebuilt in 2017, Thorntree River Lodge is one of the best riverside lodges in Livingstone, with a strong sense of the environment and straightforward access to the Falls.
David Livingstone Lodge
The four-star David Livingstone Safari Lodge is in a lovely spot on the edge of the Zambezi River in Zambia, close to the Victoria Falls.
Tangala House
Tangala House, the family home near Zambia's town of Livingstone and the Victoria Falls
Sussi & Chuma
Sussi & Chuma combines a luxurious, laid-back camp with a good location on the Zambezi River, with quick access to the Victoria Falls.
