One of eight vibes
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
4 hotels
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel
Direct access to black rhino tracking across the surrounding private reserve, alongside regional game reserve dining at 1871.
Batoka Zambezi Sands
Zimbabwean-owned eco-lodge featuring regional culinary dishes and immersive visits to local village craft collectives.
Matetsi Victoria Falls
Family-led wildlife conservation across private Zambezi savannah, guided entirely by local Zimbabwean trackers.
Palm River Hotel
Riverside braai dinners accompanied by traditional mbira music beneath native jackalberry trees.
Gold. Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver. Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze. They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed. A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
Design. Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe. Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local. It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Heritage. A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness. You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic. The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort. A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.