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Reviews of The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa

Riverside Drive, 10101 Livingstone, Zambia

#8 of 39 hotels in Livingstone

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 230 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit noisy at times & the occasional issue with shower water temperatures

    Beautiful location, lovely facilities & very friendly, attentive staff. Fantastic breakfast & good food overall

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    10
    Perfect for visiting Vic Falls
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Wonderfully authentic hotel that, unlike its pretentious and crowded neighbours, fits into the surroundings of the Zambezi perfectly. Wonderfully friendly staff and the most amazing deck to view the sunset from.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not necessarily a dislike, but be ready to battle mosquitoes off after sundown. This is expected though as it is by the river.

    Infinity pool by the river. Just breathtaking

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing really, you just need to be mindful of the fact that it is a bit away from the city centre but just a quick taxi ride away (and the Zambezi view compensates for that!)

    Nice rooms with everything you would expect. The infinity pool is spectacular and so are the views. However. the true asset is the staff they even helped me in getting a train ticket which is way beyond my expectations. All in an excellent choice in Livingstone.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    9.0
    A wonderful place
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Na

    Gym pool

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful Zambian experience close to the Falls
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can't really complain about anything

    Great everything, I'll stay there again when showing my family the great falls

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    10
    We had a very short stay which was the only disappointing part of our stay. Everything was catered for and nothing was a
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to not like

    What is there not to like about this property. The facilities, food and staff were amazing

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    We had an awesome stay at the David Livingstone, highly recommend to anyone visiting Livingstone
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location right on the river, the comfort at the hotel, the food & variety of options

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    10
    Awesome stay overlooking the Zambezi
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Our stay was stunning with a spacious clean room, comfortable bed and lovely views over the garden. We were on the edge of the Zambezi River with views of the spray from the falls. Swimming pool was awesome. Breakfast was included and had everything plus more. We also had dinner and drinks which was stunning. We will definitely be back.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    8.0
    excellent stay and service from staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Breakfast can be improved

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast was amazing and really enjoyed our whole stay at the lodge. Will definitely do it again.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    10
    Amazing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was nothing we didn't like, The only thing which would be a good add would be some halal food in the restaurants menu.

    Everything in the lodge from the time of check in to check out was amazing, The resort is an absolute worth to visit within Livingstone and probably one of the best things we did in. We visited in back to back in 2 weeks, The views of Zambezi river from the rooms, Room being cleaned twice every day and with the little sweet savories,

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    8.0
    enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    One night's dinner was not good and we told the waiter that the ribs were very very tough and the second dinner also was not terrific. It would have been a good idea to have the chef talk to us. Nothing was done, there was no compensation at all and no one came to talk to us about the 2 poor quality dinners. The night before the dinners were very good.

    Breakfasts were excellent! Staff were excellent. Beautiful location. We were very happy with the service

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    8.0
    I actually extended to an additional night. They have invested well in Customer service as the Customer experience is th
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some food portions are little

    The ambiance and the customer service from the staff. It starts at arrival but I would like to say Clement stands out the most.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    10
    excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    a bit isolated, you have to rely on overpriced taxi, suggesting to establish contact via whatsapp in advance with someone from the city or border to pick you up as you need

    very nice location, clean, excellent staff, very friendly and helpfull, highly recommended

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice pool directly on the river bank, excellent rooms and food.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful stay with river view rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cost of the cruise is a bit on the higher side.

    I like the location and the facilities

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    10
    perfect choice
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    only positive experience from this hotel

    amazing views from all parts of the property, design is just awesome, beautifully built in the nature around it. workers are top notch, they did outstanding job making us feel welcomed and taken care of. restaurant is a amazing both on breakfast (fresh waffles were a blast) and dinner. sunset view are a killer. incredible offer all together

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location taxi to go anywhere

    Great staff anf room

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    10
    Lovely staff, beautiful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn’t charge waterfront food and drink to the room.

    Excellent location, friendly staff.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fridge very noisy in the room

    Top location Deck is perfect to watch sunset on the river Food is amazing Staff very nice Bed absolutely super comfortable and view on the river worth it Bathroom top 👍🏼

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    breakfast was amazing

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    9.0
    very recommendable definitely visiting again with this year with family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night

    would have liked to stay longer! check out to be a bit later :)

    Friendly accommodable staff.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The access road is bumpy, muddy and uninviting. The rooms did not include a face towel. The stool for the convinience/study table is too low and makes it uncomfortable to use your laptop while sitting on the stool.

    I liked the location, cleanliness and attitude of staff. Aircon also worked very well. The rooms are roomy, giving you a sense of adequate space. Although I didn't use the gym, I was delighted to note there is one that I can use next time.

    Stayed in January 2024

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