Reviews of Sprayview Hotel
Wildlife sightings and reviews
16 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Sprayview Hotel and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
Wildlife sightings by our travellers
Starting in Nov-2021, 1 of our travellers have recorded their wildlife sightings at Sprayview Hotel.
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Thor & Deb
BC Canada
"Sprayview Hotel review"
2 nights Arrived 4 Nov 2021
"Sprayview Hotel at Livingston Falls was my discovery on line, so Expert Africa has no responsibility for our mediocre experience (at best).
It is well past its 'best before' date, the staff are young and untrained (but very nice), stuff in the room didn't work -- and the price was high! There are far better deals, and I recommend one of the many B&Bs, or a better hotel.
Its location was pretty good: walking distance to the town, and to the Falls. We weren't too excited about visiting Victoria Falls, but are very glad we did. It was wonderful. There's no need to hire a guide at the park. Yes, we sighted elephants--in the middle of the town!" See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia; 10n in Zimbabwe
It is well past its 'best before' date, the staff are young and untrained (but very nice), stuff in the room didn't work -- and the price was high! There are far better deals, and I recommend one of the many B&Bs, or a better hotel.
Its location was pretty good: walking distance to the town, and to the Falls. We weren't too excited about visiting Victoria Falls, but are very glad we did. It was wonderful. There's no need to hire a guide at the park. Yes, we sighted elephants--in the middle of the town!" See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia; 10n in Zimbabwe
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Poor
Location:
Good
Service:
Poor
Activities:
Average
Rooms:
Poor
Food:
Average
Facilities:
Average
Sightings Report
Ms L
Elma
"Sprayview Hotel review"
2 nights Arrived 15 Oct 2017
"This is a nice hotel to enjoy Victoria Falls.
The Three Monkey's was a great place to eat.
High tea at the Vict Falls hotel was just OK." See all these reviews: 10n in Zimbabwe; 3n in Botswana
The Three Monkey's was a great place to eat.
High tea at the Vict Falls hotel was just OK." See all these reviews: 10n in Zimbabwe; 3n in Botswana
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Mr H
BloomfieldHills
"Sprayview Hotel review"
2 nights Arrived 24 Sep 2017
"Was pleasant enough for our stay at VF."
See all these reviews: 7n in Botswana; 6n in Zimbabwe; 1n in South Africa
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Average
Food:
Good
Ms G & Mr F
London
"Basic and far from falls but good"
2 nights Arrived 23 Sep 2017
"Looks a bit dilapidated but actually very nice and very comfortable rooms.
Helpful staff, tour bookings on site and tasty food. Main downside was that it is a bit in the middle of nowhere and they recommend not walking back at night. Was a long walk to the falls but very easy none the less.
Because of distance we ate dinner both nights in the hotel which was actually very good so no complaints from us and very happy to recommend to others." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe
Helpful staff, tour bookings on site and tasty food. Main downside was that it is a bit in the middle of nowhere and they recommend not walking back at night. Was a long walk to the falls but very easy none the less.
Because of distance we ate dinner both nights in the hotel which was actually very good so no complaints from us and very happy to recommend to others." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Poor
Service:
Good
Activities:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Mr A
Belize Park
"Sprayview Hotel for Vic Falls"
3 nights Arrived 13 Aug 2017
"Very good location, reasonable service and rooms."
See all these reviews: 4n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe; 2n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Average
Facilities:
Good
Mr & Mrs S
Wellington
"Sprayview Hotel review"
2 nights Arrived 23 Jul 2017
"A pleasant hotel but obviously not a Lodge. Nice breakfasts.
Good pool..warmest swim on the trip.
Impressed by the Falls." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia; 2n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
Good pool..warmest swim on the trip.
Impressed by the Falls." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia; 2n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Mr & Mrs H
Woodbridge
"Sprayview Hotel review"
2 nights Arrived 22 Nov 2016
"Modern comfortable room
Good meals by the pool with friendly competent service.
Easy walking distance to Vic Falls centre, but more comfortable by taxi." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
Good meals by the pool with friendly competent service.
Easy walking distance to Vic Falls centre, but more comfortable by taxi." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Good
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Good
Mrs A & Mr J T
Essex
"Sprayview and the Falls"
2 nights Arrived 18 Sep 2016
"An average big chain hotel with motel style rooms. Staff were friendly enough, but we were surprised as residents to have to pay for our dinners in cash at the table rather than have them on the bill. Breakfast was very good.
Location was right at the edge of the town, about 20 minutes walk from the centre. In retrospect, we should have taken the Expert Africa advice and stayed at one of the lodges in town. The town itself is well serviced by persistent hawkers on almost every street.
After the Falls, we did the 'Zambesi Loop' walk mentioned in the Rough Guide. The staff at the Tourist Information office stated that it was safe provided you were sensible (as did a guide from one of the local tour agencies). However, we were sensible, but still ended up closer to elephants on foot than was perhaps a good idea, and some local residents were certainly shocked that we were on that road on foot." See all these reviews: 21n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe
Location was right at the edge of the town, about 20 minutes walk from the centre. In retrospect, we should have taken the Expert Africa advice and stayed at one of the lodges in town. The town itself is well serviced by persistent hawkers on almost every street.
After the Falls, we did the 'Zambesi Loop' walk mentioned in the Rough Guide. The staff at the Tourist Information office stated that it was safe provided you were sensible (as did a guide from one of the local tour agencies). However, we were sensible, but still ended up closer to elephants on foot than was perhaps a good idea, and some local residents were certainly shocked that we were on that road on foot." See all these reviews: 21n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Average
Location:
Average
Service:
Average
Rooms:
Average
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Average
Ms H
Washington
"Sprayview Hotel review"
2 nights Arrived 25 Aug 2016
"The rooms don't have mosquito nets. Instead, the staff spray insect killer in the room each night, then there are ear mosquito bodies covering the beds, floors, etc. Even with mosquito repellent I was bitten while I slept."
See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana; 2n in South Africa; 2n in Zimbabwe
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Average
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Poor
Food:
Average
Feedback Response
Sprayview Hotel thanked this traveller for her feedback. They advised that when there are a lot of mosquitoes around (which isn't all the time), they constantly spray the rooms to try and keep the effects on their guests to a minimum. Based on this feedback they will now ensure that the rooms are swept after spraying to clear away the insect bodies. The hotel noted that they also plan to put mosquito nets in the rooms and are working towards that now.
Mr F
Montreal
"Sprayview Hotel review"
2 nights Arrived 3 Aug 2016
"Fit for purpose."
See all these reviews: 3n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Average
Service:
Good
Activities:
Poor
Rooms:
Average
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Average
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