Top 10 Lodges in Southern Province, Zambia

June 11, 2023 Madelene Haan

Discover the best Lodges in Southern Province including Camp Nkwazi, Ravine Lodge, Taita Falcon Lodge, Okavango Lodge, Cypress Executive Lodge, Mosi-O-Tunya Executive Lodge, Kaazmein Lodge and Resort, Woodlands Lodge And Tours, Sunset Junction Lodge, White Rose Lodge.
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1. Camp Nkwazi

Plot 749 B, Nakatindi Rd, Livingstone 10101 Zambia
Excellent
83%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 168 reviews

Camp Nkwazi

20 Minutes drive from Livingstone on the Zambezi river. Platinum awarded with 10 luxury en-suite "tented" chalets and 11 luxurious campsites. 2 Chalets are wheelchair accessible. A restaurant,bar, and activity centre on site. Camp Nkwazi: "It's not a stopover, it's your destination."

Amazing stay!

Reviewed By KMPMD

Stay here! Beautiful luxury tented Villas on the Zambezi River surrounded by an abundance of wildlife and incredible views. The rooms are spacious and extremely clean with very comfortable King Beds, excellent Wi-Fi and fantastic bathrooms and showers. There is an open air deck for meals with a fully-stocked bar. The pool is perfect and welcoming during the hot months. The entire place is great, but the staff really takes it to a next level. Communicating with Salome during booking was a pleasure and Fisher, our waiter/bartender was attentive and kind. Definitely would stay here again.

2. Ravine Lodge

110 Mosi-Oa-Tunya Road, Livingstone 20100 Zambia
Excellent
16%
Good
63%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 43 reviews

Ravine Lodge

Ngolide Lodge is a thatched Lodge in the heart of Livingstone with a truly ethnic feel. The Lodge has an excellent restaurant offering Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at our spacious restaurant called The Golden Leaf Restaurant serving Indian and Continental cuisine. Our friendly and efficient staff are ready to welcome you to make your stay happy and memorable.All rooms are well appointed and En-Suite with hot/cold showers and toilets, Air – Conditioners, LCD TV’s with 12 DSTV channels, Mini Fridges, Tea/Coffee making facility, Direct Dial out Telephone, Mosquito Nets and Room safes.Ngolide Lodges’ superb and accessible location on Mosi-oa-Tunya Road, offers a comfortable and affordable choice for exploring the mighty Victoria Falls, located only 8kms away and experiencing the wildlife and activities that Livingstone has to offer. Ngolide Lodge is 10 minutes walk from Livingstone town centre, close to bars, restaurants and only 2kms away from Mosi-oa-Tunya Square shopping mall.The Lodge has a Fully Licensed Bar where you can enjoy an Ice cold beer and imported wines of your choice while relaxing in our comfortable, quiet and peaceful lounge.There are intimate conference facilities, Wi-Fi access throughout the Lodge, safe car parking onsite with 24 hours security.We can arrange for any activities in the Livingstone area from the comfort of your room.Come and share the experience of an excellent restaurant and accommodation giving a home-away from home feeling.

"Quiet and Convenient"

Reviewed By Abhijeet J

Fantastic location and very convenient. Loved the restaurant in-front of the lodge. I have been staying frequently during my business visits and never disappointed. I also opted for the family room when I visited with my parents last year. Awesome Choice.

3. Taita Falcon Lodge

60012 Batoka Gorge Mukuni, Livingstone 10101 Zambia
Excellent
67%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 148 reviews

Taita Falcon Lodge

Nestled above the Zambezi River, overlooking its winding waters and the dramatic cliffs of the Batoka Gorge lies Taita Falcon Lodge. This wilderness retreat is located in the heart of Zambia, downriver from the mighty Victoria Falls. This secluded lodge has a total of 7 en-suite chalets all of which are designed and built using local materials, with stones from the gorge and reeds from the river. Each chalet is named after a bird of prey that can be seen soaring the skies. Décor is simple, yet stylish, with hints of handmade crafts and natural features, keeping in tune with its wilderness surrounds. The lodge itself was designed to showcase the dramatic views that surround it. With its vast viewing platform, open-air bar and lounge perched over the sheer cliffs, it’s the perfect place to sit and take in Zambia’s scenic vistas. Winding stone lined pathways lead the way through the grounds from the main lodge, bar, pool and boma area around to the secluded chalets. There are various walks to explore the gorge and the indigenous forests, where ancient mopanis, white seringas, marulas, leadwoods and African star chestnuts dot the diverse landscape. Beyond the lodge there are a vast array of activities to suit everyone, from thrill seekers to wildlife lovers. Experience the falls in all its wonder on foot, on the water and even from the air, there are more ways than one to discover this part of wild Zambia.

Easter holiday at Taita falcon Lodge

Reviewed By TouristAMG7

Thankyou so much for your good hospitality.great staff you have,so welcoming and understanding.we loved the lodge set.it made us really rest from our busy lives as couples.The walk in the mountains down to the Butoka gorge was great and challenging.

4. Okavango Lodge

Area Limulunga Road, Livingstone 20100 Zambia
Excellent
43%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
29%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 7 reviews

Okavango Lodge

African Lodge in the centre of Livingstone, just off the main road Mosi oa Tunya, close to the Shoprite shopping centre and the Zambezi Cafe. All rooms have a fridge, TV and airconditioning. There are 4 studios/suites with a separate living and bedroom, perfect for extended stays. Rates include breakfast. Dinner can be served on request. We'd be happy to book tours for you like the Mosi O Tunya National Park (just 15 min from the lodge), the Victoria Fall, The Big Five, Mukuni Village or an exciting day trip to Chobe National Park just across the border in Botswana.

Big smiles, nice courtyard, excellent location

Reviewed By HugoLing56

This is my fourth time at Okavango in 6 years. I love coming back to this place: the owners big smile, the lovely, quiet courtyard and the central location being the main features. Simple, yet very tasty meals are available on request. Great value for money.

5. Cypress Executive Lodge

Plot 4424/141 Highlands off Lusaka Road, Livingstone 10101 Zambia
Excellent
25%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
50%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 4 reviews

Cypress Executive Lodge

we offer first class lodging facility in zambia and at a very affordable price value for your money.our personalised service give you all you deserve in a state of home away from home above all our fully equipment spacious room give you that confort that you need.Cypress Executive Lodge offers full hospitality pakage ranging from accommmodation,food and tour pakages like game drive and safaris.Be here and name it we will provide it to you with our well trained professional staff.

VERY BASIC but very nice stuff

Reviewed By Shaul

The attitude of the stuff is outstanding. They try being helpful etc and you really feel "at home". If you aim at finding a VERY BASIC hotel to be used as a base for sight seeing in Livingstone, and want to pay as little as possible, it is a nice place to stay. A bonus is a free wifi and an onsite parking (locked and guarded gate at night).. This is a VERY BASIC hotel, that looks nice on the internet but offers very little beyond that. You must have a car to get there (or rely on expensive taxis). The hotel street is a gravel road off the main road. It is located a few KM of the main Livingstone amenities hence the need for a car. The rooms are VERY BASIC and things like shampoo are not offered. Breakfast is "continental" and even less.

6. Mosi-O-Tunya Executive Lodge

Plot No 4424/37, Highlands, Livingstone 10101 Zambia
Excellent
20%
Good
60%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 5 reviews

Mosi-O-Tunya Executive Lodge

Comfortable and Very Clean

Reviewed By K4349WZmichaelm

Myself and my wife stayed here for 3 days/2nights The manager was very accessible and staff are very welcoming and friendly. Place is very clean with good temperature water though pressure isn't very high. Location is somewhat off-road but overall quite close to town and the falls. Breakfast is provided and we enjoyed our breakfast every morning. We didn't make use of the pool, and i don't think at that point it was well maintained. We travelled there November/December 2020 at which time, tourism was heavily down due to COVID. Unfortunately, if you need wifi, this was a challenge for us at the time we were there. I would recommend statying here as it is a quite, peaceful and safe place. Bed is comfy and nice though facilities are generally average. There is AC that works. Ours was making a lot of noise though so we tried not to have it on all night but used to keep room very cool then go to bed. For the price you pay, this is a good place to stay though our budget, travelling from UK, may be different to locals.

7. Kaazmein Lodge and Resort

Maina Soko Street 2764 Plot Number 2764, Livingstone 10101 Zambia
Excellent
18%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
12%
Terrible
21%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 33 reviews

Kaazmein Lodge and Resort

Kaazmein Lodge and Resort is a beautiful safari lodge in Victoria Falls, Livingstone, Zambia with accommodation of high standard.

Excellent service, great accommodations

Reviewed By Tim E

My wife and I stayed at Kaazmein for 5 days while visiting friends in Livingstone. The staff were all helpful and friendly. The property is beautiful and well cared for. November is hot in Livingstone, but there is good AC in the rooms, and the property itself with the grass, trees, and ponds is cooler. We would gladly stay again. Thank you for a great visit.

8. Woodlands Lodge And Tours

No 6 Plot 4400 Gwembe Street, Livingstone 10101 Zambia
Excellent
13%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
39%
Poor
4%
Terrible
22%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 23 reviews

Woodlands Lodge And Tours

Woodlands Lodge of Livingstone, Zambia is situated in a quiet suburban neighbourhood just outside Livingstone city centre, with the Victoria Falls and the airport within just a short ride. Woodlands Lodge offers 16 self contained rooms with lost of extras for a relaxed and comfortable stay and an additional 10 standard/basic rooms The self contained units and most of the standard rooms come with an en suite bathroom, a fridge plus coffee and tea making facilities, a flat screen TV and airconditioning. There is a pool and on site secure parking. Rates include free WiFi and breakfast.

"The Mosi was cold!"

Reviewed By Brad D

We spent a couple of nights here on our stay in Livingstone. If you are booking a place to spend the majority of your time in your hotel/hotel room, this might not be the place for you. We were there to sightsee and spend as much time with locals as we could. It worked perfectly for us. Very quiet and the staff was super friendly. The beds were very comfortable and comparable to what would be expected at more expensive places. The staff were super friendly to us and were very helpful in booking a booze cruise that was perfect for our budget. As for as the amenities in the lodge...the Mosi beer was plentiful, cold, and cheap! A great catalyst for some nice conversations on the crisp June nights around the pool! And I'll say it again...the staff were awesome!

9. Sunset Junction Lodge

Plot No 2613/233 Off Airport Road Tumba Street, Livingstone 10101 Zambia
Excellent
0%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
25%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 4 reviews

Sunset Junction Lodge

Sunset Junction Lodge is ideally situated in the heart of Livingstone, Zambia, the home of the mighty Victoria Falls (Mosi-O-tunya), The Smoke that Thunders. Our lodge has a featuring innovative design that stimulates the senses and it has attracted clientele from both within the country and outside.

Extremely basic hotel

Reviewed By Arthur C

I was disappointed with my stay. The staff were extremely pleasant and helpful but most other things very average to poor. The door to my room was hard to shut as it scraped along the floor. It didn't lock properly and sometimes not at all. Not all windows would lock. There was virtually no furniture. A corner shelf - the leg kept falling off. There were no chairs - luckily I had a camp chair with me. The shower was hot but the shower head terrible. And nowhere in the bathroom to hand a towel or place clothes. The location is not as close or convenient as advertised. In the dining room one could hear three tvs on up loud and all on different channels. One was turned down on request. It was a noisy place to stay. I must commend the staff however on their pleasant demeanor, friendliness, and willingness to help.

10. White Rose Lodge

Plot No. 4424/17 Off Lusaka Road, Livingstone 10010 Zambia
Excellent
0%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
0%
Terrible
25%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 4 reviews

White Rose Lodge

Opened its doors to guests in September 2011. It caters for both local and international clients. It has 13 spacious, well designed, self-contained, and air-conditioned rooms all with hot water supply. The clean and well-furnished double rooms in the main building start from $ 25.00 per night and the more spacious rooms are just from $ 50 to $ 60.00 per night. This is inclusive of breakfast.

Traumatic Experience

Reviewed By VirtualJill1

I arrived. Lodge is far from city. Room I booked online was not the same. Bathroom had no decent shower and plumbing noisy. Moved to another room with interleading accessible door by staff and noisy plumbing. Shower slow goes cold, basin tap trickle of water. The most traumatic part of my spiritual journey was having money stolen from my wallet with me on the premises as there is no safe or even lockable cupboards. The person who robbed me had the gall to leave me only enough dollars for my transit journey to airport. The tour guide had to put my suitcase on truck in case the person decided to steal my suitcase due to lack of security. The owner showed absolutely no empathy didn't bother to call police and simply said its never happened before so that was that, he went from being a very considerate host to giving me the cold shoulder, charging me for dinner I wasn't able to eat because of my upset stomach, didn't bother to say thank you or goodbye or even find out if I had transport to airport. Very poor customer service and I found out there are hotels in the city for same rate he charges that has safes and lockable cupboards.

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