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23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Zambia hostels

An open-air lounge with wooden pillars, colorful seating, and a thatched roof.

1. Jollyboys Backpackers

Jollyboys Backpackers
3.0 star property
Livingstone
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (205 reviews)
"Great location for a great price. The room was comfortable. The staff was helpful."
United States
Adam
The price is ฿1,353
฿1,589 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Jollyboys Backpackers
A patio area with wicker furniture, a pool, and lush greenery.

2. Natwange Backpackers

Natwange Backpackers
2.0 star property
Lusaka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Everything was good,from the rooms and the service"
Italy
Alessandro
The price is ฿1,108
฿1,302 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Natwange Backpackers
A spacious living area with large windows, a sofa set, a coffee table, and decorative vases.

3. Fawlty Towers Guest House

Fawlty Towers Guest House
3.0 star property
Livingstone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (199 reviews)
"We won’t stay anywhere else. The rooms are beautiful, the staff is friendly and helpful, it is a fun and relaxed place to stay while you see the sites and you always meet fun and interesting people there. Their tour guides are the best as well."
United States
Steven
The price is ฿1,819
฿2,137 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Fawlty Towers Guest House
A poolside area with a table and chairs, surrounded by plants.

4. Café Zambezi House of Africa - Hostel

Café Zambezi House of Africa - Hostel
2.0 star property
Livingstone
7.0 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"Lovely staff, cute cottage with a working bathroom and bug net. Wifi didn't really work, but we're here to unwind, read a book instead "
United States
Mitch
The price is ฿761
฿894 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Café Zambezi House of Africa - Hostel
An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and benches, a thatched-roof structure, and a striped umbrella.

5. Flintstones Backpackers

Flintstones Backpackers
1.5 star property
Lusaka
6.0 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"Great area it’s near everything "
United States
Jesse
Flintstones Backpackers
A bed with white bedding in a room with dark walls and a small window.

6. Che-Joy

Che-Joy
2.0 star property
Kitwe
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"A very good, innovative, ecological, and peaceful place that is still developing. Friendly people. I recommend it wholeheartedly."
United Kingdom
Bogdan
The price is ฿1,234
฿1,450 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Che-Joy
A dining area with a table set for two, a thatched roof, and a mural on the wall.

7. Simoonga Village Backpackers and Cafe

Simoonga Village Backpackers and Cafe
1.0 star property
Livingstone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The manager was very welcoming. The place was clean, quite n a good vibe. "
United States
Travis
The price is ฿906
฿1,065 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Simoonga Village Backpackers and Cafe
A rustic house with a wooden porch and a garden with various plants.

8. Livingstone Guest Farm - Hostel

Livingstone Guest Farm - Hostel
2.0 star property
Lusaka
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"THIS IS A SCAM!! THE PROPERTY DOES NOT EXIST!"
United States
Kenneth
The price is ฿1,763
฿2,071 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Livingstone Guest Farm - Hostel
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Top Zambia Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Mosi-oa-Tunya Livingstone Resort

Radisson Blu Mosi-oa-Tunya Livingstone Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Overall the greatest experience. Staff is reponsive, rooms are amazing (highly recommend the river view rooms), excellent selection of local and international menus. Amazing view of the Zambezi river."
Faith 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Radisson Blu Mosi-oa-Tunya Livingstone Resort

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Zambia Hostels information

Number of reviews
470
Accommodation
8 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿894
Highest Price
฿2,137