Lodge
Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel
About the lodge
An overview of Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel.
Stanley & Livingstone is Victoria Falls first luxury boutique hotel, primely located 15 minutes from the falls themselves and surrounded by Victoria Falls Private Game Reserve. This makes it the ideal base from which to explore, as well as a quiet retreat in one of the continent’s most-loved destinations.
Highlights
- Stylish 5-star boutique hotel located in the Victoria Falls Private Game Reserve, just 15 minutes away from Victoria Falls.
- The outdoor terrace offers elevated views of the waterhole, frequently visited by elephants.
- Relax in the swimming pool set amidst beautifully landscaped gardens.
You Should Know
- Children of all ages are welcome. Two sets of interleading suites can comfortably accommodate families of up to five guests.
The Detail
Stanley & Livingstone is Victoria Falls’ first luxury boutique hotel, located just 15 minutes from the falls themselves and nestled within the Victoria Falls Private Game Reserve. This serene setting makes it an ideal base for exploration, as well as a tranquil retreat in one of Africa’s most beloved destinations.
The hotel’s design embraces a fresh and easy-going take on colonial style, creating an inviting atmosphere that encourages guests to relax and feel at home. Thoughtful comforts, attentive service, and excellent food enhance the experience, ensuring guests are well cared for – a hallmark of Stanley & Livingstone.
The hotel features 16 luxurious suites, each privately situated within the lush gardens. Every suite is elegantly appointed and equally exquisite, featuring a canopied king-size bed, a minibar, a slipper bath, a walk-in shower, a TV lounge, and a terrace – perfect for morning coffees or intimate private dinners.
Two sets of suites are interleading, catering especially to families, offering them their own space while allowing them to enjoy the hotel’s signature Zimbabwean warmth and hospitality. Guests can enjoy personalized amenities such as in-suite spa treatments and dining. Children, in particular, are treated to the Mack & Madi Kids’ Adventure Explorers programme, ensuring their stay is as memorable as that of their parents.
The Hotel Concierge is always available to assist with arrangements, while complimentary transfers conveniently link guests to Victoria Falls. Days here can be as action-packed or as restful as desired. Choose from adrenaline-fueled activities, up-close wildlife encounters, and insightful cultural experiences or simply unwind poolside with a lounger and enjoy the tranquility.
Price Includes
- Luxury accommodation and breakfast.
- Scheduled shared transfers to Victoria Falls town.
- 15% VAT and a 2% Government Levy.
- Emergency medical evacuation coverage.
- Wi-Fi access.
- Mack & Madi Kids’ Adventure Explorers experiences.
The same as booking direct
Rates and pricing.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 31 Jan 2027
Why book through us
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel personally, looks after every detail of the trip, and stays reachable on WhatsApp from the moment you enquire to the day you come home.
By season
Green season
1 May 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
All-inclusive - All meals, beverages, shared round-trip transfers from Victoria Falls Airport, 3 scheduled round-trip transfers shared Victoria Falls town daily, 2 activities per night booked and round-trip transfers
$1,860
Shoulder
1 Nov 2026 – 31 Jan 2027
All-inclusive - All meals, beverages, shared round-trip transfers from Victoria Falls Airport, 3 scheduled round-trip transfers shared Victoria Falls town daily, 2 activities per night booked and round-trip transfers
$1,090
Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Exclusive offer
Available right now.
Stay & Pay
Stay 3 or more consecutive nights ➢ Get 20% off the nightly rate - Stay 5 or more consecutive nights ➢ Get 25% off the nightly rate
Honeymoon offer
For couples celebrating a wedding.
Documented from Minor Hotels Resorts Spas's 2026 rate sheet. A formal offer you can claim, not marketing language.
Honeymoon Offer
- Minimum stay
- 4 nights
- Valid
- 1 December 2024 – 31 January 2027
- Proof
- Copy of wedding certificate or proof of marriage dated not more than 12 months prior to guests' stay; failure to present will result in the advertised BAR rate being charged at check-in
- Combinable
- Not combinable with any other offer; not valid during Peak Season and Blackout dates
Honeymoon Collection – 5 nights
50% off selected Cape Town, Durban and Victoria Falls Journeys for residents of South Africa and neighbouring countries
A curated 5-night Honeymoon Collection combining 3 nights on the Rovos Rail Victoria Falls Journey with 2 nights at Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel Zimbabwe (or in reverse order), available to residents of South Africa and neighbouring countries at 50% off selected journeys.
- Minimum stay
- 5 nights
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Terms and eligibility may change. Your specialist confirms all offers at the time of booking.
Family policies
Travelling with children.
What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel: minimum ages, activities, family rooms and child rates, current as of May 2026. They plan family trips here all the time, so anything below that needs arranging, they will sort. For the bigger picture, see our guide to safari with children .
Minimum ages
- Stay
- All ages
- Game drives
- 6+
- Walking safari
- 12+
Programmes & care
Kids' programme
Accommodation
Family unit available.
Child rates
Children 0–5 stay free; 6–15 charged 50% of adult per person sharing nightly rate; 16+ charged full adult rate. Parents' meal plan applies. If two children aged 15 or younger share a room alone, one is charged the full adult rate, the second per child policy. Children 8 and younger must share with at least one parent. 3rd person in a triple Suite is 50% of per person sharing rate.
Notable exceptions
- Inter-leading Reserve View Suites (2 sets) accommodate up to 5 guests including children; 6 Reserve View Suites configure as triples for 2 adults + 1 child (0–15) with cot/rollaway. Children 8 and younger must share with at least one parent. Impact Levy applies to adults and children 6+ (US$25 pppn, valid to 31 Jan 2027); Rhino Conservation Levy US$5 per activity for adults, 50% for children 6–11.
Walking safari
Built for walking.
Documented walking safari options at Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel. Distinguishes short bush walks from dedicated walking trails and overnight wilderness journeys.
Half-day walk
Morning Walking Safari Guided
A guided morning walking safari lasting approximately 3.5 hours, available August to December. Limited to a maximum of 6 guests and open to adults only (minimum age 12). A Rhino Conservation Levy of US$5 per person applies in addition to the activity cost. Guests aged 60 and over require a doctor's certificate of good health.
Duration: 3.5 hours (approximate, includes hotel transfer time). Maximum group size: 6 guests. Minimum age: 12 years (adult rate applies). Season: August to December. Additional charge: Rhino Conservation Levy US$5 per person. Guests aged 60+ require a doctor's certificate of good health.
- Cost
- US$175 (2025). US$195 (2026/27) per person
- Availability
- Seasonal August to December; advance booking required; subject to availability
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Horseback
Saddle up.
Horseback riding options at Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel. Rider experience and age requirements vary; check the details on each ride before booking.
Guided ride
H01 - Scheduled 2 Hour Horse Trail
A scheduled two-hour guided horse trail departing from the Victoria Falls area, accommodating a maximum of 7 guests per session. Priced per person at USD 158 (solo rider USD 79), with park fees of USD 10 per person charged as an extra. Transfers are not included in the price.
Duration: 2 hours. Group size: max 7 pax (solo surcharge applies — USD 79 for 1 pax, USD 158 for 2–9,999 pax). Park fee: USD 10 extra. Transfers excluded. Valid 01-Dec-2025 to 30-Nov-2026.
- Cost
- USD 158 per person (USD 79 solo); Park Fee USD 10 extra
- Availability
- Scheduled; subject to availability; advance booking recommended
Half-day ride
H02 - Scheduled Half-Day Horse Trail with Lunch
A scheduled half-day guided horse trail including lunch, designed for small groups of 2 to 7 guests. Transfers are not included in the price. This is a structured horseback experience in the Victoria Falls area, combining game viewing on horseback with a bush lunch.
Duration: half-day. Group size: min 2, max 7 pax. Includes lunch. Transfers excluded. Pricing period and exact per-person rate not fully captured in available excerpts.
- Availability
- Scheduled; min 2 pax required; subject to availability
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Water safari
Out on the water.
Mokoro, canoe, kayak and boat options at Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel. The silent dugout mokoro is a different product to a motorised sundowner cruise — check the category on each.
Canoe safari
Half Day Canoeing Upper Zambezi
A half-day canoeing excursion on the Upper Zambezi River, available per person with a minimum of 2 guests. Pricing is tiered based on group size, with a solo rate of USD 192 and a reduced per-person rate of USD 96 for groups of 2–12.
Half-day duration; minimum 2 guests; per-person pricing; 1-person rate USD 192, 2–12 person rate USD 96 pp; operated on the Upper Zambezi River.
- Cost
- USD 192 (1 person). USD 96 pp (2–12 persons)
- Availability
- subject to availability; minimum 2 guests
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Imagery
A closer look.
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