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Jollyboys Backpackers

3.0 star property
Suburban hostel with spa services and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Lobby lounge
Bar (on property)
Property entrance
In-room safe, bed sheets
Jollyboys Backpackers provides a peaceful getaway with practical amenities for travelers seeking comfort. Guests can book massages and manicures, cool off in the outdoor pool, and use free WiFi in common areas while enjoying the garden setting.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Room, Multiple Beds (9 Bed Private Dorm)

Highlights

Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Room (6 Bed Private Dorm)

Highlights

Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Room (7 Bed Private Dorm)

Highlights

Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 7
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Dormitory)

Highlights

Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Single Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Single Room Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Livingstone, Jollyboys Backpackers is in the city center and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and Devil's Pool, while Livingstone Museum and Railway Museum are cultural highlights. Victoria Falls Field Museum and Victoria Falls are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.
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Map
34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone

What's nearby

  • Livingstone Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mukuni Park Curio Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Victoria Falls Field Museum - 10 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Devil's Pool - 12 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Livingstone (LVI) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Munali Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Royal Livingstone Lounge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kubu Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Old Drift - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Vix Falls Sports Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Jollyboys Backpackers

Hostel near Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
Located close to Livingstone Museum and Railway Museum, Jollyboys Backpackers provides free airport pick-up, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure or a massage. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Jollyboys Backpackers offer amenities such as safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to noon for a fee: USD 5 to 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Books
  • Outdoor pool
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Single sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 9 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 8 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel Livingstone
Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel
Jollyboys Backpackers Livingstone
Jollyboys Backpackers
Jollyboys Backpackers Livingstone
Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Jollyboys Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Jollyboys Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Jollyboys Backpackers?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Jollyboys Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Jollyboys Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Jollyboys Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request.

Where is Jollyboys Backpackers located?

Located in the heart of Livingstone, this hostel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Livingstone Museum and within 3 mi (5 km) of Railway Museum and Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Victoria Falls Field Museum and Devil's Pool are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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