The Victoria Falls Hotel
Iconic Edwardian-style hotel built in 1904 with a private walkway to the falls. Known as "The Grand Old Lady of the Falls."
A Legend Since 1904
The Victoria Falls Hotel is not merely a hotel — it is one of the most iconic properties in African hospitality. Opened in 1904 to accommodate passengers on Cecil Rhodes' Cape-to-Cairo railway, the hotel has hosted royalty, heads of state, and generations of travellers drawn to the spectacle of the falls.
The Setting
The hotel occupies an elevated position overlooking the Victoria Falls Bridge and the gorge beyond, with the spray of the falls visible from the manicured gardens. A private pathway leads through the bush to the falls entrance — a 10-minute walk that allows guests to visit the falls without ever leaving the hotel's grounds.
Accommodation
The 161 rooms and suites range from Gracious Rooms in the original Edwardian wing to the Stable Rooms (converted from the original stables) and Premium Suites with gorge views. Each room blends colonial-era character with modern comfort.
Dining and Experiences
- The Livingstone Room — fine dining in an elegant colonial setting, offering a sophisticated menu of international and Zimbabwean cuisine
- Stanley Terrace — the iconic terrace overlooking the bridge and gorge, famous for afternoon tea with views of the spray
- The Jungle Junction — casual dining with an African bush atmosphere
- Swimming pool — a large pool set in the gardens with views towards the bridge
The Victoria Falls Hotel is the kind of place where history seeps from the walls — where you can sit on Stanley Terrace with a gin and tonic, watching the spray rise from the gorge, and feel connected to a century of African travel.