Livingstone, ZambiaMosi-oa-Tunya National Park
Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara
Riverside safari estate
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park Livingstone, Zambia
Renovated
2026
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Resort Local LuxeOutside the door
The house
AnantaraRiverside safari estate
The property functions as an open-air river manor, orientated toward the mist of Victoria Falls and life along the Zambezi.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Private footpaths lead directly into Victoria Falls, ending at riverside sun decks.
Remarkable
Evenings bring traditional Toka Leya hospitality and fireside barbecues at Mukuni Boma.
What they say
UK Readers' Choice Awards – Eastern and Southern Africa
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
As the undisputed grande dame on the Zambian side of the falls, the grounds are a tranquil oasis, complete with resident giraffes, monkeys, zebras, and impala that roam the grounds.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Along the Zambezi River inside Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, a five-minute walk from Victoria Falls.
The rooms
Bedrooms have vintage furniture and illustrated jungle wallpaper, and private verandas open onto the river lawns.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The swimming pool sits along the riverfront lawn, where sun loungers look out across the Zambezi.
The spa
Thatched treatment gazebos stand directly on the water's edge, opening massage tables to the breeze off the Zambezi.
Restaurant
Kubu
A raised timber deck serves drinks and wood-fired pizzas as evening sets over the Zambezi.
At the table
Veranda tables serve indigenous Zambian dishes and breakfast, and afternoon tea is laid out on the riverfront lawn.
How it began
The estate was built in 2001 as a classic river homestead, planned in consultation with Toka Leya leader Chief Mukuni.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
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.
The eight vibes
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.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
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.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.