Azambezi River Lodge

Hotels
8.5 (273 reviews)
308 Parkway Drive , Victoria Falls , zw

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional staff
Beautiful riverside location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues noted
High price for overall quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Generally good, but there are areas to improve like check-in and check-out times.
Service
9
Staff was exceptional and went above and beyond to ensure a great experience.
Location
9
Very well located on the banks of the Zambezi River, close to many attractions.
Room Quality
8.5
Rooms were comfortable and well-maintained with good air-con.
Amenities
8.5
Facilities generally good with some areas for improvement.
Value for Money
8
Quite expensive for the overall standard of accommodation and facilities.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Food was generally good, with an amazing breakfast buffet.
Overall Experience
8.5
Had an amazing time and experience; highly recommend for a relaxing escape.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 08:29

Property Description

River Frontage and Jetty: Experience the tranquility of the Zambezi River with our property's river frontage and private jetty.

Dining and Relaxation: Indulge in delightful meals at our two on-site restaurants and unwind with a drink at our bar and lounge areas, all while enjoying breathtaking views of the Zambezi River.

Outdoor Amenities: Take a dip in our outdoor swimming pool, explore unique finds at the gift shop, or embark on a boat cruise from our private jetty.

Book your stay at Azambezi River Lodge today and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Victoria Falls.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: VFA

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 273 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 8.5
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hazvineikapfunde Business
8
Azambezi Review
Pros:

Excellent location, Lots to see in the Zambezi river. A number of extra activities available such as boat cruises and fishing. Suitable place to family and friends.

2026-03-02 via Tripadvisor
H
hadelle2021 NONE
2
Bad experience
Pros:

Poor food, more than 2 hours waiting periods for dinner to be served. For being South African to pay R580 for a bottle of wine that retail in South Africa for R90 is day light robbery! All prices elevated in dollars. Display of food of poor quality and you are very lucky if you order something from the menu and it is available. The setting is great though and rooms a bit dated. The hotel is also busy with renovations as the thatched roof urgently needs attention. Rooms are clean and linnen fresh. Sunset cruise was the highlight

2026-03-02 via Tripadvisor
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tchagwenha Business
10
Tango02
Pros:

The place is absolutely beautiful and the location along the banks of the Mighty Zambezi River is refreshing. The rooms are always clean and protected from insects.

2026-03-01 via Tripadvisor
2
226dalev Couples Cape Town, Western Cape
2
DEFINITELY NOT 4 STAR. WOULD NOT RETURN.
Pros:

DEFINITELY NOT 4 STAR. WOULD NOT RETURN.

This place was not up to standard. Management decided last minute to do maintenance without informing potential guests or travel companies. Contractors and black bags covering many of the areas, total invasion of privacy.

Room was small, unkept amenities made it very uncomfortable. 1 toilet roll, broken toilet paper holder, no hand soap etc etc

No Buffett breakfast due to low occupancy as per management - inexcusable

No water at breakfast and tried to then charge me for a bottle of water 🤬

While Richard & Lucy and his management team tried to resolve the matter by giving us a bigger room we also managed to see many of the other hotel options and would’ve no doubt chosen a different place to stay.

There was nice touches like a birthday cake, message on the bed and a bottle of bubbles after laying complaints however this hotel needs serious TLC.

I feel that management at times were embarrassed and avoided us after laying complaints with our travel agent, they also claimed to be looking for us to rectify the situation and could not find us- we were basically the only people on site at the pool on the day. We then had to approach them to resolve the matter.

While the staff and welcoming and friendly this resort is not 4 star, 3 a most.

Tranquil afternoons along the river are nice however most of the jetty’s are broken and a health and safety hazard.

Definitely would not recommend or Return.

2026-02-24 via Tripadvisor
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riccardoo618 Solo travel
10
Nice hotel in a beautiful location
Pros:

Very nice hotel located right on the river which makes it a very peaceful location. It's slightly outside of town (5 mins by car) but they have free shuttles to the centre and all tours I used offer free pick up from this hotel. Rooms might need a bit of modernization but they are spotless clean. Food is ok and the good thing is that they accept cards for all payments without any commissions. The staff was incredibly friendly and willing to help. Overall, a very good stay and definitely an hotel to consider when in the area.

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
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Persuadance extended_group us
5
Stay was okay but not worth the money at all I would not rebook this hotel for the money they charge and the service the
Pros:

The property was nice pool was clean everything about the building was nice

Cons:

I did not like the restaurant food was about 200% overpriced. I ordered a sandwich and a couple of drinks the bill came to $90. This is very unreasonable and far beyond price gouging. Anything you needed at the hotel they were charging more than 4x other places were charging. We paid $325 per night when we went for breakfast we were told we needed to pay $35 per head for breakfast that only work about $10 so we had to go to restaurants in town to eat because this hotel is a fraud in my own opinion.

2026-01-08 via Nuitee
B
bradleypH7912JN Couples
10
Amazing Stay! 10/10
Pros:

Our stay at A’Zambezi River Lodge was absolutely wonderful and the perfect base for exploring Victoria Falls.

The lodge is beautifully set along the Zambezi River, with lush grounds and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Seeing wildlife roaming the property and enjoying river views throughout the day made the experience feel truly special and immersive.

The rooms were comfortable, clean, and well-appointed, offering a peaceful retreat after full days of activities. The staff stood out the most—everyone was warm, attentive, and genuinely eager to ensure our stay was exceptional. From check-in to dining to activity coordination, the service was seamless.

Breakfasts and dinners were consistently excellent, with a great variety of fresh, well-prepared options. Dining with views of the river—especially at sunset—was a highlight of our stay.

The location is ideal: close enough to Victoria Falls and local excursions while still feeling tranquil and removed from the crowds. It struck the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation.

We would highly recommend A’Zambezi River Lodge to couples, families, and anyone looking for a memorable and comfortable stay in Victoria Falls. We would happily return.

2026-01-03 via Tripadvisor
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ndsinati NONE
8
Nyasha
Pros:

Excellent location for a peaceful & relaxed holiday.
Service from all members of staff is excellent. Will visit again.

2026-01-02 via Tripadvisor
J
JessoEspresso7 NONE
10
Outstanding lodge on the river!
Pros:

A true Vic Falls experience, thank you! It had everything from animal sightings, pool to cool down in the hot weather and great service all round.

2025-12-29 via Tripadvisor
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stevedE816FX NONE Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
10
Paradise in Zimbabwe
Pros:

We had an excellent short stay here. The location is ideal on the banks of the Zambezi, and although a little out of town, there is a complimentary shuttle bus every hour. The food was excellent and the staff very friendly and helpful. An ideal base for doing the many sightseeing activities around Victoria Falls.

2025-12-22 via Tripadvisor
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morganbmoodie1 NONE
10
Amazing A’Zambezi!
Pros:

Definitely recommend. Helpful, attentive and friendly staff. Beautiful location and facilities.
Everything went amazingly and the staff went above and beyond. Great food at the restaurant.

2025-12-20 via Tripadvisor
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paulp89 NONE London, England
10
amazing
Pros:

lovely African theme next to the river with exceptional staff, food and quality. Good, clean rooms with good air-con

2025-12-10 via Tripadvisor
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Talethia solo_traveller us
10
Very good location
Pros:

Staff was exceptional Patience and Trish to name a few went above and beyond

Cons:

Nothing

2025-12-08 via Nuitee
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Regina family_with_children at
4
Pros:

Die Lage am Sambesi war schön

Cons:

Das unseren Erwartungen bei weitem nicht entsprochen.Frühstuck hat

2025-12-02 via Nuitee
M
mcneild70 NONE
10
Amazing time in Zimbabwe
Pros:

I had an amazing time and experience. This was a beautiful place. You felt like nature was at your fingertips. Very very peaceful. Great place for a honeymoon!

2025-11-27 via Tripadvisor
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cchinyepe Business Harare, Harare Province
10
5/5 Stars - Nature Lover’s Paradise!
Pros:



- "Absolutely loved my stay! 🌟 The lodge’s riverside location is _breathtaking_, with hippos, warthogs, and monkeys strolling by. Staff are super friendly & bouncy—made it feel like home. Food? Delicious! Perfect for a relaxing escape."

*5/5 Stars - Perfect Blend of Luxury & Wildlife!*
- "A’Zambezi is _luxury by the Zambezi_. 😍 Balcony views, amazing breakfast buffet, and elephants grazing nearby? Yes, please! The team goes above and beyond. Ideal for nature lovers and chill vibes."

2025-11-23 via Tripadvisor
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resttmanhongo Business Harare Province
8
A'Zambezi accommodation review
Pros:

Generally, the facility is good but there are some areas you need to improve like check in and check out time.

2025-11-19 via Tripadvisor
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Tinashe couple zw
7
2025-11-17 via Nuitee
couple zw
9
Splendid place to book for accommodation
Pros:

The room was great with good linen, breakfast and dinner was good as well.
I also liked that the room is located on an area that you can view the nice garden and the mighty Zambezi river. We enjoyed our stay.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-11-14 via Nuitee
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chirumef Business Harare, Harare Province
10
My amazing stay at Azambezi
Pros:

Had an amazing stay at Azambezi. The place was refurbished from the last time I was there. Loved the conducive quiet environment, the staff- all of them, the food was amazing too. I highly recommend the place

2025-10-29 via Tripadvisor