Victoria Falls Hotel

Hotel Overview

For almost 100 years, visiting members of Royal families, international and local statesmen, and celebrities worldwide, have prefered to stay at The Victoria Falls Hotel, where they are assured of privacy and care. An atmosphere steeped in history, combining the charm of the old with the comfort and convenience of today. It is one hotel that can truly claim to be unique.

The courtyard entrance to the hotel was completed in 1915 and is magnificently reflected in the lily ponds. Picturesque, with flowering shrubs, bright cottage flowers, palms and stately mango trees, the courtyard has many tranquil and shady places in which to relax. The elegant main hotel entrance and marbled lobby.

Location

Situated in a prime location overlooking Victoria Falls bridge and gorge in acres of gardens. Private path to the Falls. 20 minute drive from the airport.

Food & Beverages

LOUNGES:

The main lounge with its old fashioned traditional elegance and decor, has a warm welcoming style, providing a perfect backdrop for relaxing with friends. The Bulawayo Room offers serenity and seclusion in surroundings of exceptional comfort and luxury, going back to the turn of the century. The hotel has two beautifully appointed curio shops, one specialising in colonial memorabilia.

The palm lounge, bright and cool, is a delightfully quiet and secluded corner in which to relax, read or write. The Hotel's long history, is depicted in all corridors by pictures and posters, revealing the past glories of the Empire. The Hotel Chapel, built in1929, was consecrated by the Bishop of Southern Rhodesia, the Reverend E.F. Paget in 1932. Weddings and weekly Anglican services are conducted in the Chapel.

CAFE:

Traditional high tea is served every afternoon on the Terrace, with spectacular views onto the Victoria Falls bridge, and the Falls themselves. Later, enjoy one of the hotel's famous Livingstone cocktails or a gin and tonic whilst listening to the mighty roar of the Falls.

Enjoy dinner and dancing in the elegant Edwardian Livingstone Room, with a classic a la carte menu. In a fine dining roomsuch as this, everyone dresses for dinner, jacket and tie essential for gentlemen and smart cocktail wear, for ladies.

The Terrace (Stanleys) - 120 pax - Buffet Breakfast, A la carte Lunch, High Tea, A la carte Dinner Livingstone Room - 120 pax - Full English Breakfast, A la carte / Table d'hote Dinner Jungle Junction - A la carte Lunch, - 180 pax - Barbecue Dinner Poolside (served all day) - Light menu's

BARS:

Bar services available in most public areas.