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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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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Breakfast info

    • Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
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

  • Ania
    Poland Poland
    This was already our return stay here, and once again I can only rate it highly. Excellent value for money, great location – you can walk to the waterfalls, fun evening activities and parties. The crew is fantastic – always helpful with arranging...
  • Bachini
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    The pool, music, food and Odin. Great staff, great place loved it walking distance to town
  • Richard
    South Africa South Africa
    The tented accommodation was comfortable with good lights and ample plugs for telephones
  • Ania
    Poland Poland
    This is our return stay at this place – and each time I truly appreciate the flexibility and openness of the staff. Airport transfers or arranging extra activities are never a problem. Of course, we’ll be coming back!
  • Matakaiwai
    Fiji Fiji
    The location was an excellent one along with the amazing people we get to meet in an open social able enabling environment.
  • Dirk
    South Africa South Africa
    Location is perfect, showers and toilets kept very tidy, pool is clean.
  • Deepika
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Good location. Walking distance to the town even not far away to the falls .
  • Irina
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    I decided to stay in a tent - as to "experience the safari and camping", without really compromising on the comfort I enjoyed my stay - the tent had everything I needed and the bathrooms and showers were always clean The lady at the reception was...
  • Lisa
    Australia Australia
    Great vibe, helpful & friendly staff with good food
  • Lee
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Value for Money The staff , Angie was fantastic, answering questions promptly, giving great suggestions on what to do during our stay .

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.

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