Shoestrings Backpackers Lodge Vic Falls

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.1

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About this property

Located in Victoria Falls, Shoestrings Backpackers Lodge Vic Falls is short walk from town and less than 2 km away from the falls. The hostel has a cafe, bar and outdoor pool. Shoestrings Backpackers Lodge offers double, twin rooms and family rooms with private bathrooms. The dorms with bunk beds, dome tents and campsites have access to a communal bathroom. Breakfast is available for a surcharge and light snacks and main meals including pizza are available at Shoestrings Cafe. Drinks can be enjoyed at the bar and the hostel hosts regular live music performances and events. Staff can assist you with the organisation of activities and transfers. The nearest airport is Victoria Falls Airport, 20 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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2 single beds
2 single beds
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1 double bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

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Germany Germany
“Very good hostel with nice garden and common area, easy to meet people there; good restaurant; staff was helpful with everything”
Margarete
Austria Austria
“its a nice place to hang out, nice community, food and drinks very available”
Joy
New Zealand New Zealand
“A little confuses during my arrival in Victoria Falls airport but was good that another company who were there to pick up there guest was good enough to give me a lift to Shoestring. They apologize and told me that he went to another airport...”
Zoe
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were friendly and helpful, nice atmosphere around the pool with music, good food from the bar”
Ndabezinhle
South Africa South Africa
“Quite an experience, lovely place, nice and friendly staff”
Gough
South Africa South Africa
“The location is fantastic; a walk away from the waterfall! The rooms are comfortable and clean with a lovely pool and communal area. It is a wonderful stay for those travelling alone or a group of friends travelling together. Simple but everything...”
Stefania
Zimbabwe Zimbabwe
“Very friendly in a perfect position and facilities were very good, loved the tents with beds. Bathroom spotless really good”
Stanford
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable room, in town centre, good food, friendly staff”
Sevasti
Greece Greece
“The best place to stay in Victoria falls on a budget. Chill but still some days there's party vibe. Clean, cozy, comfortable. Good food, tours to arrange, friendly staff, great to stay by the pool. Actually I'm getting back tomorrow!”
Camilli
Brazil Brazil
“I chose this hotel because it was close to the city center. However, upon arrival, I discovered that it is not safe to walk around, as baboons can attack during the day, and walking at night is strongly discouraged due to the risk of encounters...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Shoestrings Cafe
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Shoestrings Backpackers Lodge Vic Falls takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 17:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Shoestrings Backpackers Lodge Vic Falls in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property may host on-site functions and some rooms may be affected by noise.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.