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Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar

2.0 star property
Lodge near Victoria Falls in Victoria Falls

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Teak Rooms | View from room
Masasa Rooms | Free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Shower, rainfall showerhead, towels
Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
12 West Drive, Victoria Falls
  • Popular LocationVictoria Falls National Park6 min walk
  • Popular LocationDevil's Pool3 min drive
  • Popular LocationVictoria Falls Bridge3 min drive
  • AirportVictoria Falls (VFA)20 min drive

Room options

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Masasa Rooms | Free WiFi

Masasa Rooms

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Dome Tent | Free WiFi

Dome Tent

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Teak Rooms | Free WiFi

Teak Rooms

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi

Mopane Dorm

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi

Acacia Dorm

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Exterior
Victoria Falls Backpackers
Pool
Spa
Parking included
Free WiFi
4.2 out of 5, Very Good, (76)
The price is $21
per night
$24 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Victoria Falls Backpackers

About the neighborhood

Victoria Falls

In Victoria Falls .Stay at this Victoria Falls lodge and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Victoria Falls National Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Victoria Falls. Zambezi River and Devil's Pool are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Victoria Falls National Park - 6 min walk
  • Devil's Pool - 3 min drive
  • Victoria Falls Bridge - 3 min drive
  • Victoria Falls Field Museum - 5 min drive
  • Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Livingstone (LVI) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Three Monkeys - 10 min walk
  • The Lookout Café - 4 min drive
  • Ocean Basket Livingstone - 12 min drive
  • Rainforest Cafe - 2 min drive
  • The Boma - 5 min drive

About this property

Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar

Lodge near Victoria Falls in Victoria Falls
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar. Free self parking is available.

This Victoria Falls lodge is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar offers 12 accommodations. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. This Victoria Falls lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 5 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in the "Campsite" room type are required to bring their own tent and bedding. Tents, beds, and linens are not available for rent or purchase onsite.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5–10 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Contactless check-in is available.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar to the airport?

Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar is 12 mi (46-min drive) away from the Livingstone (LVI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar?

As of May 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar on May 25, 2024 start from $20.36, 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 Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar have an airport shuttle?

Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar offers an airport shuttle.

Does Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5 and 10 per person.

Is there a casino at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar have a pool?

Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar features an outdoor pool.

Does Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar to downtown Victoria Falls?

Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar is 0.9 mi away from Victoria Falls.

Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 37 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Docile

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Arlene Estelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an awesome stay. I travelled with my friend staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Karin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay at shoestring
We absolutely loved staying at shoestring. The staff was wonderful and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Ann made sure we had some great adventure booked and was happy to arrange them for us. The food was good. We are vegan and they were able to modify some meals that worked for us. I would definitely recommend shoestrings to friends and family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Inexpensive but every friendly and helpful. Superm
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in one of the tents with beds in. It was super comfy and great value for money. I had dinner and breakfast which were both lovely and great value for money. The staff were friendly. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023