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Palm River Hotel

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Victoria Falls National Park

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Stand 1403, Parkway Drive, Victoria Falls, Matabeleland North Province
  • Place, Victoria Falls National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Zambezi National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Victoria Falls Bridge
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria Falls (VFA)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Honeymoon Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa

Villa

  • River view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Executive Double Room

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Executive Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Victoria Falls

On river.Stay at this Victoria Falls hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Victoria Falls National Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Zambezi National Park. Victoria Falls and Devil's Pool are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Victoria Falls National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Zambezi National Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Devil's Pool - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Victoria Falls Bridge - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park - 25 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Livingstone (LVI) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shungu Pool Terrace - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Boma - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Victoria Falls Waterfront - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Lookout Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Three Monkeys - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Palm River Hotel

5-star luxury hotel near Victoria Falls National Park
Palm River Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The luxury Palm River Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Victoria Falls hotel.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Palm River Hotel offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with private pools and safes. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 20-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Victoria Falls hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Private pool

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 2:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 2.00 percent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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 accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Palm River Hotel Hotel
Palm River Hotel Victoria Falls
Palm River Hotel Hotel Victoria Falls

Frequently asked questions

How close is Palm River Hotel to the airport?

Palm River Hotel is 14.1 mi (57-min drive) away from the Livingstone (LVI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palm River Hotel?

As of Apr 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palm River Hotel on Apr 3, 2026 start from CA $702, excluding 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.

Does Palm River Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Palm River Hotel.

Does Palm River Hotel offer free breakfast?

Palm River Hotel offers free English breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Palm River Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Palm River Hotel?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Palm River Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Palm River Hotel have a pool?

Palm River Hotel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Palm River Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Palm River Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages, facials, and mani/pedis.

How close is Palm River Hotel to downtown Victoria Falls?

Palm River Hotel is 2.3 mi away from Victoria Falls.

Palm River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had a beautiful location along side the Zambezi River. We were looking forward to a relaxing 3 night stay coming off a 9 night safari. Unfortunately during our stay, the pool area was taken over by several large families with loads of children. If you are looking for a hotel with a peaceful setting, the Palm River Hotel may not be for you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanaka

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless the staff was exceptionally top notch esp Viola,overally l was very impressed for someone based in the US working in the hospitality industry and seeing the standards comparable to the US standards.Me and my wife we really enjoyed l would love to come back again we had a great time at the Palm river.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, excellent service, nice surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great service, wonderful caring staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was fabulous! We missed the elephants, but the hippos in the evening ---- amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you want a nice hotel on the Zambezi River this is the place to stay. It is not in town and about 10 to 15 minutes away depending on where you are going. But very relaxing on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked food and service although turn down didn’t turn up on our second night . Beautiful grounds and view of river Rooms a bit basic cold bathroom heating didn’t work. No magnifying mirror in bathroom . Shower very good but would also like a separate hand shower so as not to get hair wet especially for women .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aminata

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

Terrible service

Terrible customer service. Had an emergency out of my control. Contacted hotel to try to reschedule. They flatly declined and would not oblige. Buyer beware. There are way too many great options in the area with better customer service.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryada

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and staff. Large grounds with lot of greenery and Zambezi river as back drop. River cruise right off back of hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property Right on Zambezi river. You will want to stay forever. Staff is attentive and the ground's are magnificent!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular property with dedicated service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, New York

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was far above expectations. Spacious rooms, large balcony and huge luxurious bathroom. Bar area was right by the river with incredible views. Outdoor dining in beautiful grounds. Lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emil, Bushnell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Chef, comfortable rooms, excellent service.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

patrick

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian, Harare

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best experience I’ve had in Victoria Falls and worth the price. The rooms are top class, meals excellent. The views on the Hotel are perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location on Zambezi river is stunning. Sunset cruise leaves from hotel jetty. Some animals in hotel grounds. Staff very polite and helpful. Courtesy bus to town. All in all beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gail

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful place with friendly and efficient staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It really is a unique and beautiful hotel. The staff are all extremely helpful and the ambience is lovely. We were also blessed to have seen an elephant literally almost next to us whilst having a drink in the grounds.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful grounds, fantastic facilities and very attentive wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property. The staff was great. The rooms beautiful. Breakfast and Dining faciliites were very good. We enjoyed High Tea, served as it should be. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic and luxurious hotel it was just what we needed after a long safari. You will not be disappointed 5 Star place and the restaurants is excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024