The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls by Anantara

Livingstone, Zambia

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Deluxe Room
Deluxe Corner Room
River Deck Restaurant
River Deck Restaurant
Royal Livingstone Express Dining
Express Bridge Crossing Parallel to The Victoria Falls
Devils Pool
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Corner Room
River Deck Restaurant
River Deck Restaurant
Royal Livingstone Express Dining
Express Bridge Crossing Parallel to The Victoria Falls
Devils Pool

The hotel

Bathed in the shade of Acacia trees, the raw splendour of this special environment blends beautifully with this exceptional hotel. Reaching new levels of luxury and sophistication, this is the place for the discerning traveller, with every detail crafted to capture all the opulence of a bygone Africa. Set inside the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, zebra, giraffe and monkey roam freely through the grounds. Stretched along the forested banks of the River Zambezi, you can pass lazy days on the magnificent sun deck overlooking the river with the deck seemingly within touching distance of the rainbow-infused mist of the magnificent falls. Enjoy a sumptuous traditional high tea served every afternoon on the terrace taking in that view again, you may even catch a glimpse of hippos. The thatched-roof buildings have handsome rooms with cream-coloured walls and dark wood, and they all point the right way - towards the Zambezi. The restaurant serves renowned international cuisine and the Anantara Spa offers all kinds of treatments including Ukuchina - a traditional Zambian massage.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Safari
  • Spa
  • Babysitting service
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Near National Park
  • Restaurant

Where is it

On the banks of the Zambezi, a short stroll to the Victoria Falls and within Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Transfer time from Livingstone International Airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

173 rooms on 2 floors. All rooms and suites face the Zambezi River and have balcony/terrace, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, satellite TV, tea/coffee maker, mini-bar* and safe. Deluxe Rooms with private veranda have 1 king-size bed or 2 single beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe Corner Rooms have a private enclosed patio and lounge area, with 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Restaurant (breakfast, lunch and à la carte dinner, International and African cuisine), The Sun Deck with fall views, The Lounge (drinks, high tea, pastries), The Travellers Bar. Swimming pool. Anantara Spa* with massages, body and beauty treatments. Various massages* also available at the pool or in your room. Laundry service*. Babysitting service*. 24-hour room service*

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

*Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating CERTAINLY ROYAL!

Sep 13, 2020 houseofd969

I have always admired The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara since i was younger, for its prestige and design. I was lucky enough to be invited over as a travel influencer to experience the hotel first hand, and i will be honest (not that i was sponsored), the Hotel surely does maintain it’s Royalty prestige! I didn’t complain about anything as… Read more
I have always admired The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara since i was younger, for its prestige and design. I was lucky enough to be invited over as a travel influencer to experience the hotel first hand, and i will be honest (not that i was sponsored), the Hotel surely does maintain it’s Royalty prestige! I didn’t complain about anything as the staff was always a step ahead of me. The food is Delicious! The premises are clean and constantly maintained, the view of the Zambezi river and the smoke from the Victoria Falls is breathtaking, and the activities attached to your desired stay are satisfying! I definitely recommend your next stay during your visit to Livingstone to be with The Royal Livingstone Hotel, you’ll get value for your money. Read less
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Jul 21, 2020 edithchisuwasekeseke

The trip was very exciting and the sites were plenty to see everything there was very very beautiful.The hotel is services and hospitality was very good ,I would recommend this place to all my friends
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best place in Livingstone by a milestone

Jun 26, 2020 georgediakogeorgiou

Ive been going to livingstone for many years.All these years after staying in many places, i've come to notice that the royal livingstone has everything I want and need to make my stay pleasurable. It's the most beautiful luxury hotel there it's truly five stars compare to others and the animals are living in the hotel without being disturbed. I… Read more
Ive been going to livingstone for many years.All these years after staying in many places, i've come to notice that the royal livingstone has everything I want and need to make my stay pleasurable. It's the most beautiful luxury hotel there it's truly five stars compare to others and the animals are living in the hotel without being disturbed. I love that place I'd be there again in a heartbit Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating AMAZING

Jun 24, 2020 N9828OCgeorged

Had an amazing time at the royal it was exquisite as always. The staff always super friendly and helpful and the managers super polite! Still remains the best hotel livingstone has to offer. Would gladly visit again and stay at the same hotel of course.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent stay at Royal Livingstone

Jun 18, 2020 882kcll

We had the best time of our life at the Royal Livingstone which is truly an oasis of tranquility , to top it up chef Darwin Fdes gave personal touch to us and is a wonderful person who will go out of his way to deliver A+ service .The hotel staff are the most friendly and helpful people you will ever meet, i would highly recommend a… Read more
We had the best time of our life at the Royal Livingstone which is truly an oasis of tranquility , to top it up chef Darwin Fdes gave personal touch to us and is a wonderful person who will go out of his way to deliver A+ service .The hotel staff are the most friendly and helpful people you will ever meet, i would highly recommend a visit .Thank you team Royal Livingstone we had a lovely time and would not hesitate to return you mad us feel special . Read less