Many people have a visit to the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls on their bucket list - and for good reason! Very few experiences in the world can compare to being so close to one of the most beautiful and monolithic natural wonders of the world. Victoria Falls is located on the Zambezi River, right on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, and was first visited by Europeans on November 16th, 1855, by the Scottish explorer, David Livingstone. Of course, the indigenous Tonga people already had a name for the falls - Mosi-oa-Tunya - which means the “Smoke That Thunders”.
Victoria Falls is the world’s largest falling sheet of water and is comprised of several gorges. There are many natural parks nearby, as well. Victoria Falls is truly a wonder of nature, so go ahead and check it off your bucket list. When visiting, you’ll need a place to stay, so read on for our list of top Airbnb vacation rentals in the area, and start planning your trip!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.
1. Comfortable apartment with shared pool (from USD 158)
A refreshing countryside experience awaits you at this comfortable apartment suitable for bigger groups. The place is one of the four pet-friendly apartments that share a lovely outdoor pool and a separate kiddie pool to enjoy the Zimbabwean sun. There is also a communal garden within the premises where you can enjoy alfresco dining, cooking, and appreciating the tranquil neighborhood.
Your indoor stays will be equally satisfying, thanks to the modern conveniences appointed in the unit such as WiFi, TV, and air-conditioning. When it’s time to doze off, you can head to any of the three bedrooms equipped with beds ranging from single-size to queen-size.
Top guest reviews
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the wifi was greatgreat family apartment with all the amenities we neededwhat a wonderful place very friendly staff easy to locate good wifi cant wait to come back againit has plenty bed space and could easily host more than the 5 we were when we wentCleanliness:
clean quiet and relaxingit was very clean and well keptclean updated & stylish staysusan‘s place is very clean and spaciousa very great and very clean place to stayHost:
collen was a great host and his hospitality made us feel at homethe host was very approachable and helpfulthe hosts were very helpful and nicecollen her onsite manager and his staff were so very lovely kind and thoughtfulcaretaker collen was very friendly and took good care of usRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location in a quiet neighborhood close to the town center and the fallsthis is in perfect location for the activitiesa great place to stay that is near to townit was a peaceful 20-minute walk into the city centerlocation was good and i would definitely use the place again
2. Gorgeous home with amenities good for two families (from USD 440)
You’ll be spoiled with views of Zambezi River and beyond in no time when you stay at this gorgeous home. The open-air design of its spacious living area makes it easy for you to admire the scene. The outdoor experience is further enhanced by the swimming pool just off the veranda, which is also an equally great spot for alfresco relaxation.
The available air-conditioning, WiFi, and cable TV here make any indoor stay highly cozy and entertaining. Featuring a sizeable interior, this property can comfortably accommodate two vacationing families. Airport transfers and food catering are the add-on services that you can avail of should you wish for a more pleasing stay.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
place was excellent and very cleanthe house is clean spacious and comfortablethe home and grounds are well kept clean spacious and an easy trip to down townit is a lovely spacious house with a nice poolHost:
staff are so helpfulthe staff are wonderfulstaff in house were fantasticand staff were all very welcoming and helpfulvery spacious and has wonderful staff that make you feel at homeRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is excellentlocation is fantastic and close to the fallsthe house is in a good locationgreat location and possible to get pickups for activities which is amazingalso in a great position so close to everything
3. Quiet accommodation in Lokuthula Lodges (from USD 147)
One of the two accommodations in the peaceful establishment of Lokuthula Lodges, this retreat promises a quiet haven for family relaxation. You can kick off your unwinding pursuits in the three-tiered swimming pool while the little ones enjoy the on-site playground. Alternatively, the terrace with views of indigenous bush and landscape is a great spot to hang out at.
This air-conditioned vacation home comes with a fully equipped kitchen so you can prepare all your family’s getaway favorites. But meals are offered at the premises if you wish to skip the kitchen chores. Complimentary WiFi completes its awesome set of amenities.
Top guest reviews
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had an amazing time there very nice pools and restaurantsthe pools were great and we loved seeing the wild animals so closethe lodge was spacious and had a nice well-equipped kitchen and a grill outsidewifi was included in our room which was a nice surprise as the listing said it wasn’t includedour kids really enjoyed the pool and we also enjoyed the vulture feedingCleanliness:
very clean and quaint would recommendcozy and clean sharing spacecleaned every day staff very friendly and helpfulrooms were clean comfortable and well servced though a little basicthe setting is beautiful the cottage was clean and had everything we needed the staff were kind and helpfulHost:
thank you to all the staffincredibly nice staff :)the staff were all very friendlyfriendly staff and clean facilitiesthe rooms are cleaned every day and staff are friendly and polite and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
convenient location and beautiful surroundingsthe scenery was great and the lodges are in a great locationthe complimentary bus into and out of town is a real bonuslovely location lots of warthogs and monkeys around which was fun
4. Charming circular cottage that welcomes pets
Nestled within a verdant garden setting, this charming circular cottage is the place to be for communing with nature and wildlife encounters. It is a uniquely spacious home where Wood Road adjoins the National Park, so you’ll be greeted by African animals and birds every day.
The interior is adorned with an elegant queen-size bed but additional single or bunk-style beds can be arranged upon request. It features a kitchen where you can whip up your daily meal plans. However, you easily tick breakfast off the kitchen duties if you take advantage of the continental meals offered at an extra fee. Free WiFi is also available at this pet-friendly retreat.
Victoria Falls, Matabeleland North Province, Zimbabwe
3.39 km (2.2 mi) from Victoria FallsSuperhost
Accommodates: 3
Top guest reviews
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big bed with fan make sleeping comfortable nice warm shower smal kitchenette with gas cooker+fridge good wifi outdoor sitting in nice gardenthe room is fun and unique not like a boring generic hotelspacious quaint with and a beautiful comfortable bedCleanliness:
everything was clean ant better then discribednicely decorated and clean with a great showerwe had a wonderful stay the place is cosy and very cleanthe facilities were clean and the bed super cosygood place very clean great customer service will surely come backHost:
friendly welcoming staffher staff is very helpful and kind toojaclyn and her staff were very helpful and friendlywe even got our laundry made for free and the property caretaker offered to wash our carvery helpful and friendly staff and very cosy roomRead more reviewsLocation:
great location just a short walk from townnear to town and you can easily walk to the fallsvery comfortable quiet and scenic stay close by the townperfect stay in rondavel at the border of zambezi park-close to the fallsthe location is very convenient quiet and peaceful and an easy walk into town
5. Spacious cottage boasting a private pool (from USD 200)
This spacious cottage provides the best of both worlds as it is close to downtown conveniences and natural African scenery. It benefits from having a location near the border of the National Park and Game Corridor, offering up-close wildlife encounters. The host has a longtime experience in providing tours and transfers if you wish to enjoy a go around town.
A self-catering accommodation, the rental features a year-round outdoor pool and a lovely terrace overlooking a garden for open-air leisure. Indoors, you’ll be entertained by modern fittings such as a 35-inch cable HDTV and speedy WiFi. The available heating and central air-conditioning make this vacation rental comfortable throughout the year.
Top guest reviews
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the furnishings were high quality and really comfortablethe breakfast there was delicioussuch an amazingly beautiful place to stay quiet we’ll-appointed and so comfortablethe breakfast was lovely the beds were so cozy they even feed wild warthogs at the gateliz was super helpful with local recommendations and the breakfast served in the morning was a nice touchCleanliness:
clean comfy with everything we needed as a familythe gardens are a nice green oasis during the dry seasonthe place was beautiful - clean and stylish and set in a lush garden with an abundance of birdlifegreat hospitality and cleanliness very cool animals tooHost:
the staff are very welcomingamazing host and a great placeliz is a wonderful hostliz is an amazing hostliz and her staff are welcoming and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s a very peaceful location and very convenientgreat place with a short distance to the centre of the townbeing right across the street from wildlife was very specialgreat place to stay in victoria fallswe truly enjoyed our stay at liz's place
6. Lorrie's bed & breakfast cottage (from USD 180)
This is a lovely cottage space, perfect for families or large groups of travelers, as it can accommodate up to six people. The cottage overlooks a large tropical garden, where guests can enjoy some quiet time and observe nature. The space comes with washing facilities and WiFi, as well as free parking on the premises. Make sure to take a dip in the pool on those really hot days!
Top guest reviews
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we stayed in the cottage and it was very comfortablethe breakfast is yummy and the warm atmosphere is lovelywe loved having a cooked to order breakfast (with some buffet items too) includedthe bar and breakfast area made you feel like familythe rooms were great and were perfect for our familyCleanliness:
it was large and very cleanHost:
lorrie is an wonderful hostlovely host always available with very insightful recommendationslorrie clive and their staff were excellent host and made us feel at homelorrie and clive were amazing hostslorrie is much more than a perfect hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the distance to downtown was not walkable but transportation was easy to arrange and inexpensivelocation is good too just 5 mins ride in a taxi to the main town and victoria fallsloved the place adorable dogs close to falls tolorries b&b is a lovely place to stay with a good location and great serviceher b&b is so cozy and the perfect location to stay at the vic-falls
7. Flatdog Lodge - Victoria Falls (from USD 80)
This space is located super close to all the best local amenities like restaurants, shops and of course Victoria Falls. Flatdog Lodge is a very family friendly, affordable spot and has a great atmosphere, allowing for a lot of natural light to come through. It is large and spacious and perfect for families, or any other kind of traveler. A small breakfast is included, as is WiFi and parking.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the accommodation is very good the room and bathroom large and cleanHost:
the staff is very welcoming and helpfulgreat staff and comfy roomseveryone was very helpful and accommodatingwe had a positive experience with the staff at flatdogthe staff were all very helpful with arranging all our needs thank you for a great holidayRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to stay around a 20 - 25 minute walk from town but it's a nice walkwe loved staying at this place
8. The Elephant House (from USD 60)
This is a truly amazing accommodation, perfect for people looking to truly immerse themselves in an African adventure. The entrance of the house leads guests into the house and their bedroom borders the natural garden, which many tropical birds call home. It is called the “Elephant House” because elephants roam the grounds nearby and are known to pay some nocturnal visits.
This tranquil retreat is only a few minutes away from Victoria Falls and is perfect for any kind of traveller looking to get close to the African bush.
Top guest reviews
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lovely quaint room in a house on a gorgeous tree-filled shaded lotthis a lovely room with a bathroom that includes a bath & a showerwhile mosquito's weren't a problem it was nice having a net over the bed for extra protectionthe room was clean and spacious and had a fridge tea coffee sugar and milk availableyou can relax in a nice private room and enjoy a colorful garden in a very quiet neighborhoodCleanliness:
all was very clean and comfortable exactly what we were looking forthe room is spacious and clean and the overall property is beautifulthe room was lovely and clean and the location was greatthe room is spacious cool and cleanthe room itself is spacious clean and contains all the basics you would needHost:
sandy the host is very helpful & friendlycommunicative and friendly hostsandi was a very nice hostvery nice host and very good valuethank you sandi for beeing a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great place with a great location close to the main area and activitiesthr house and the garden are beautiful and well locatedquite and peaceful place 10 minute walk from the city centerwe strongly recommend sandi's elephant walk residencelovely room set in beautiful tranquil garden a short taxi ride from central victoria falls
9. Eagles House (from USD 150)
This space is great for families or groups of people travelling together on an African adventure. The space can sleep up to six people comfortably and is located in a quiet suburb. It is fully furnished and a great place to come back to after a busy day of being outdoors. But most importantly, it is only a seven-minute drive to Victoria Falls.
Top guest reviews
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wifi was goodglad it had air conditioningthe air conditioning and wifi was greatthe wi-fi and dstv were also goodunlimited wifi was a bonus and we also had fresh fruits as a welcomeCleanliness:
clean and well decoratedclean contemporary and safegreat clean place to staythis house is very clean and cozyclean well maintained perfect for the familyHost:
they were so kindthe caretaker collen is really nice :)not fotgetting collen the care taker excellent service he provided so proffesional and always happycollen was such a great host he made sure we had everything we neededthe care takers collen and tenjiwe were extremely helpful and niceRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic close location to victoria fallsawesome location and very homelylovely place close to the fallseverything was absolutely perfect about this locationbeautiful stay in a beautiful location
10. Sheriff Family (from USD 47)
This home is set in a lovely and newly developed suburb, just outside the legendary Victoria Falls. The space is perfect for any kind of traveler, from solo and business travelers to families and everything else in between. The home can accommodate up to 12 guests, so make sure to bring some friends along during your travels.
The owners are very personable, so don’t hesitate to ask for anything if you need it. Parking is free on site and so is the WiFi. The area is guarded by a night guard and each room has a TV, air conditioning and a mini-fridge.
Top guest reviews
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my second floor rom was comfortable and all my needs were met including very reliable wifiit exceeded my expectations and the breakfast was greatby far best airbnb experience very clean home feel cute place with all you need amenities and facilitiesCleanliness:
the airbnb was clean and cozy loved the staythe place was very clean and perfect for a cozy night’s staythe room is super clean very nice decorated in a very quiet and safe areathere is stuff to help with cleaning if neededthe space was super clean safe and accommodating with everything one would needHost:
lesley is an amazing hostshe arranged from pick up to drop off even to zambian side with very friendly connections she hasthe host and staff are magnificentlesley is anamazing person and excellent hostlesley -anne and her staff are incredibly nice and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
we would definitely recommend staying here if you want somewhere quiet safe and comfortablethis is the best place via airbnb so far for me
11. Reynard House
This beautiful and spacious house is located in the heart of the area and is only about a 10-minute drive to the centre of town, where guests can pick up supplies and goods for their stay. There is enough room here for eight guests to sleep comfortably, making it great for families and friends.
This accommodation comes with a lot of great bonuses, like a pool for guests to enjoy at their leisure. It also comes with a morning maid, who will clean and prepare a meal should you request. Guests can also receive a personal itinerary, made for them by the owner if they don’t know where to head to first! A personal car hire will bring guests to and from town, by request, but this service is paid for upon each use. Satellite TV and WiFi are included.
Victoria Falls, Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe
3.84 km (2.4 mi) from Victoria FallsTop guest reviews
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the kitchen was well-equipped and the back patio and yard were peaceful and relaxingi enjoyed the style open space and lush garden and poolwe had some lovely days/evenings by the pool having bbqs and watching films on their tv/dvd playerthe house itself was beautiful with plenty of space and a lovely pool/outside areawe had an absolutely amazing stay the house is beautiful spacious and very comfortableCleanliness:
the property was immaculately clean beautifully decorated and perfectly appointed in every wayHost:
clive was the perfect hostthey were very welcoming and accommodatinghis helpful suggestions and care for all imaginable details were outstandingthey were not only a host but a tour guide as wellbruce and clive are the perfect hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
absolutely fantastic house in a very convenient locationthe house was beautiful and in a great location near the falls and the town centerwhat a beautiful place to staystaying at bruce's place in vic falls was the best experience via airbnb that i have hadthe neighborhood is nice and quiet green and quaint - and felt completely safe day or night
12. Victoria - Self-catering villa
This space is an entire villa available to rent. It can sleep up to 10 people, making it a great option for a large group of travelers looking to experience an amazing African holiday together. Best of all, it is only a short distance from the mighty Victoria Falls. Relax by the amazing pool after a long day of exploring the falls or book a tour with a local guide, which the owner can help facilitate. The villa is an old home that’s been renovated to modern standards and includes free parking and WiFi.
Victoria Falls, Matabeleland, Zimbabwe
2.96 km (1.9 mi) from Victoria FallsTop guest reviews
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our kids loved the pool and the view from the living room to the garden was amazingthe house was brilliant beautiful interior decor spacious rooms plenty of bathrooms i nearly didn't leavethe perfect place for a quiet breakfast or a mid-afternoon swim in the poolthe house is ideal - spacious quiet and private bathrooms for all the roomsthe pool was fantastic and my nephew who is four thoroughly enjoyed itCleanliness:
the house was tidy clean and comfortable and had everything we neededhis home is clean and well organisedthe property itself is spacious cleanHost:
the house staff were super friendly and efficientgreat stay and wonderful hostsgreat airbnb and superb hostsa great host and extremely knowledgeable about the areabruce and clive were amazing hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the property was located a short distance from local amenities and an easy walk into towngreat location fantastic hosts would definitely stay here againgreat house great location great hostswhat an amazing place to staya very relaxing place to be
13. Gecko Hideaway - Double room
This lovely accommodation is close to all the restaurants, art, culture and family-friendly activities of the area. There is also a lovely outdoor space in the back, for people to hang out in and relax and, on those hot days, make sure to jump in the pool. The Victoria Falls rainforest is also just a short ways off, for people looking to explore the natural wonders of Zimbabwe.
The accommodation is simple and affordable and perfect for families or solo travelers. The owner can even facilitate tour bookings for guests, should they require some assistance!
2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Victoria Falls
14. Inbound Outbound - Little place
This wonderful and cozy space is located close to beautiful Victoria Falls and is furnished to state of the art standards and has a fully equipped kitchen, large dining space and a large, comfortable living room area with TV. WiFi is included, as well as a private gym to use as you please.
3.57 km (2.3 mi) from Victoria Falls
15. Yebo! Elephant House
As you enter the property surrounding Elephant House, you’ll be greeted by the beautiful sounds of nature, as the property borders the Zambezi Nature Sanctuary. Exotic birds and night time visits from elephants are just a natural occurrence here. Another room in the same Elephant House property mentioned in our first recommendation, this rental puts you within a short distance from Victoria Falls and is perfect for solo travelers, couples, families and even business travelers. As the property is on the border with a nature sanctuary, guests should be comfortable with having up-close encounters with the bush.
Victoria Falls, Matabeleland North Province, Zimbabwe
3.23 km (2.1 mi) from Victoria FallsTop guest reviews
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wifi worked great and we loved victoria fallsi was out most the day so at night was nice the wifi was off turned off latewifi is turned back on early morning which worked perfect with early morning pick-upssandi is super helpful and the room in very charmingcomfortable room & bed - wouldn’t stay anywhere elseCleanliness:
clean comfortable and excellent communication from herclean casual and cosy spacethe property is clean and well-maintainedthe room is very clean and tidycommunication was easy and nearly immediate and the room was clean and comfortableHost:
sandi is a wonderful host always ready to answer your questionssandy was extremely kind and a helpful hostsandi is a wonderful hostlovely spot with lovely hostssandi is am awesome hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location was perfect for mea nice little walk to the main towneasy walk into townthe nielsen’s place was beautiful and very central to places of interestadorable airbnb with just a quick walk downtown
Thundering smoke
Legendary Victoria Falls is widely known throughout the world for its spectacular beauty. It’s been described by artists and poets but can never be done justice - it must be seen to be believed. So, cross this World Heritage Site and Natural Wonder of the World off your list and gaze on the glory of Victoria Falls.
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