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Palm River Hotel

Palm River Hotel

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Palm River Hotel is a modern hotel situated along the banks of the Zambezi River, just four kilometres from Victoria Falls. The property has influences from the east coast of Australia, and all artwork and architecture have been designed by local Zimbabwean artists. The property is split into several hotel blocks named after local tree species, each built over three levels and designed to give families and couples space.

OUR OPINION:

In addition to the top-notch service and comfortable rooms, what we love about Palm River is its commitment to sustainable practices within the hotel, including solar power and hydroelectricity, sustainable borehole water sourcing, waste reduction, and an extensive recycling system. The hotel also supports humanitarian causes that raise funds to support schools and local elderly communities.

OUR RATING: First Class

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Rooms

There are four room categories, each offering riverside garden views designed to bring you close to the sights and sounds of the Zambezi. Palm River also has a three-bedroom private villa for those seeking extra space and a slightly more intimate setting, located furthest from the main section of the hotel. Please note that none of the rooms here has mosquito nets.

Location

The hotel is in a prime location upstream of Victoria Falls, on the banks of the Zambezi. A complimentary shuttle bus runs on a schedule throughout the day, transporting guests between the Palm River Hotel and Victoria Falls Town.

Food and drink

There are two options for breakfast: an extensive buffet and a hot breakfast served à la carte. A menu of lighter fare is offered for lunch, including salads, pasta, and sandwiches. High tea is served in the late afternoon, where an assortment of sweet and savoury snacks is served alongside tea, coffee, and iced tea. An ever-rotating dinner menu with hearty and diverse courses ensures a satisfying end to the day.

Facilities and activities

In the main areas, you can find plenty of garden space and a swimming pool surrounded by loungers for a place to relax and cool off from the heat of the day in between exploring Victoria Falls.

Your activities at Victoria Falls will be booked in advance. However, should you want to add any additional activities during your stay, the staff at the Tours Desk can assist with making arrangements.

Tour ideas in Victoria Falls

Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Palm River Hotel as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.

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    Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.

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    Price range

    We create trips as individual as you, so you won't find any set prices on our website. Your specialist will design your journey from scratch, selecting every element around your passions and preferences. The result is a unique itinerary with a unique price. This itinerary is just an idea, and our guide pricing is an indication of how much this kind of trip might cost, depending on factors like when you travel, how far in advance you plan, where you stay, and what you choose to experience.