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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.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Germany“Very good hostel with nice garden and common area, easy to meet people there; good restaurant; staff was helpful with everything” - Margarete
Austria“its a nice place to hang out, nice community, food and drinks very available” 
Joy
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“Staff were friendly and helpful, nice atmosphere around the pool with music, good food from the bar” - Ndabezinhle
South Africa“Quite an experience, lovely place, nice and friendly staff” - Gough 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“Very friendly in a perfect position and facilities were very good, loved the tents with beds. Bathroom spotless really good” - Stanford United Kingdom“Comfortable room, in town centre, good food, friendly staff”
- Sevasti
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“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
- Shoestrings Cafe
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
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.
The fine print
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.
