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Royal Livingstone

5.0 of 5
Mosi-Oa-Tunya Road, Livingstone, Zambia
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Benoni, South Africa
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18 reviews 18 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

Stayed for 3 nights in this lovely Hotel. The Hotel itself is stunning, you arrive and greeted by Edward in his lovely colourful outfit (Rooi Rokie as he called the red one as we left) he was the best employee there, athough the rest are vert helpful and friendly, he always went that 1 step more. On arrival, we checked... More

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Cape Town
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Spot well chosen for celebrating an anniversary, very romantic, peaceful and beautiful location. Though everything is very costly at this hotel, every meal and drink comes with an usual steep charge, it is worth spending a couple of nights there as the service is good, the rooms are nice, the gardens are very well looked after, many activities are available.... More

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Bedford, United Kingdom
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41 reviews 41 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013 via mobile

If you want to be close to nature and the Victoria Falls this is the place. As we lounged by the pool, overlooking the Zambesi river, a couple of wild zebras just ambled past, stopping from time to time to munch the grass by our lounger. They were quickly followed by a giraffe lolloping along the river bank right by... More

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Brisbane, Australia
Top Contributor
121 reviews 121 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This was the best choice to walk to the falls at all times. We were so happy being that close and went in different times to take pictures, walked up till the end of one trail, down to the river and and across the bridge getting all wet and even went to the market and bought very inexpensive souvenirs. The... More

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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

We stayed at the Royal Livingstone for 2 nights in April which was the end of the rainy season so the Zambezi river was at capacity, the falls were raging and the grounds were extremely green. The weather was in the mid-80's and sunny. This is a lovely oasis in Zambia, it is hard to believe that one is in... More

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livingston, nj
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Beautiful grounds along Zambezi River and you can walk to Victoria Falls (free admission during your stay-- saves you $25 fee pp). The rooms with balconies are truly luxurious and spacious -- great linens, teas, bathroom with hot tub and shower. Breakfast buffet is not to be missed and dinner was delicious as well -- view of river and animals... More

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Scarsdale, NY
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23 reviews 23 reviews
20 hotel reviews
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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This place had one of the worst staff we have ever experienced. When we arrived, they did not have a record of the restaurants we requested so we asked the concierge and activities people for recommendations. They didn't know any restaurants in the area! We found two great local African and Indian restaurants on our own. The glass door of... More

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Perth, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

From the moment I walked into the hotel, it was WOW. It was absolutely gorgeous and the staff were very welcoming. The room was lovely and the views over the Zambezi River were awesome. It was in an ideal location for seeing the Victoria Falls, just a short walk away. The staff were tremendous and the food was gorgeous. Would... More

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Pasadena, California
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

Recently travelled to South Africa and Victoria Falls. On advice of SAA travel agent we stayed on Zambia side in Royal Livingstone. Although it was significantly more expensive, we felt that the level of service was well worth the cost. Grounds are directly on banks of Zambesi River several hundred yards upstream from Falls. Wild animals (zebra, giraffe, impala) walk... More

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Singapore
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32 reviews 32 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

We loved our stay at the Royal Livingstone and would highly recommend it purely because of the unrivalled location - and that is really what you are paying for. Sun International have really capitalised on this where the mosi oa tunya never really did. I liked our room but in all honesty it was not worth the $650 US a... More

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What travelers say

  • Victoria Falls(31)
  • Zambezi sun(22)
  • Hand massage(12)
  • Star hotel(7)
  • High tea(6)
  • Very expensive(5)
  • National Park(5)
  • Activity desk(4)
  • Beautiful hotel(3)

Additional Information about Royal Livingstone

Address: Mosi-Oa-Tunya Road, Livingstone, Zambia
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Region: Zambia > Southern Province > Livingstone
Amenities:
Business Center Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
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Price Range: $$$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Royal Livingstone Hotel in Zambia will appeal to the traveller in search of luxury, extravagance and sheer indulgence. It is set in the lush riverine belt on the banks of the Zambezi River with the dramatic torrent of the Victoria Falls a 10 minute walk away. In the cool lounges and shaded verandas of the Royal Livingstone Hotel, you will encounter the elegance and luxury of an earlier time. ... more   less 
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