The Victoria Falls Hotel

We booked two nights at this hotel at the end of an almost three week trip through South Africa and Zimbabwe. We wish we had booked a longer stay. It is not hard to understand why the Queen Mother considered this to be her favourite place on earth. Everything from the accommodation to the food to the staff was 5 star.

The Victoria Falls Hotel was such a memorable and unique place to stay during our trip. There is something incredibly special about being able to stay at a property with so much history and character while still feeling comfortable and well cared for. From the moment we arrived, the hotel felt timeless — elegant, peaceful, and full of old-world charm that you simply don’t find very often anymore. My dad and I stayed here as part of our journey through Southern and East Africa, and it was the perfect complement to the more immersive safari camps and lodges we experienced along the way. The grounds are absolutely beautiful, meticulously maintained, and offer stunning views toward the Victoria Falls Bridge and the mist rising from the falls in the distance. Walking through the property truly feels like stepping into another era. One of the things we appreciated most was the atmosphere. There is such a calm and classic feeling throughout the hotel, whether you’re having drinks on the terrace at sunset, or simply wandering through the historic hallways and reading about the hotel’s past. The location is also unbeatable. Being able to easily access Victoria Falls and explore the surrounding area made everything very convenient while still allowing the hotel to feel like a peaceful retreat away from the crowds. We stayed for 1 night and were able to do the falls walk (we just walked on the road to the entrance and gave ourselves a self guided tour), and we did a helicopter tour in the morning before leaving. Which was amazing- we even saw elephants, giraffes and zebra from above! The service throughout our stay was warm, professional, and welcoming. Everyone we encountered made us feel genuinely cared for, and the staff clearly take great pride in maintaining the legacy and experience of such an iconic property. What makes the Victoria Falls Hotel so special is that it doesn’t try to be ultra-modern or overly flashy. Instead, it fully embraces its history, elegance, and sense of place — and that is exactly why it stands out. It felt authentic, refined, and deeply connected to the incredible destination around it. Looking back on our trip, staying here with my dad added such a meaningful layer to the overall experience. It was relaxing, beautiful, and full of character — the kind of place that becomes part of the story of your journey rather than just a place to sleep.

We really enjoyed our stay at the hotel. Within walking distance of Victoria Falls and we are really glad we have been able to experience the ambience and decor of the hotel. Like going back in time. We felt very relaxed.

We did not stay at the hotel, however came past to see the view and have a beer. Landed up staying for a late lunch, and it was superb. strange that they don't offer vegan meals as a 5-star hotel, but we just ask to remove any cheese or buttermilk from the meals chosen. The service is first rate and the hotel itself is accommodating and welcoming. The view is worth it all!

The VFH is fantastic, beautiful room, grounds, pool, restaurants, we absolutely loved our stay and are just sorry that we only had a 2 night stay, amazing staff too