Jollyboys Backpackers

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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 massage or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
The current price is ₩41,956
₩49,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27

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A room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a bedside table, a green backpack, and a metal rack with bags.

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, mosquito nets, an air conditioning unit, and a person reading a book.

Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a hanging mosquito net, a quilted window treatment, and a standing fan.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with two beds, a fan, a wooden table, and a window.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a bedside table with a radio, and a potted plant.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A room with bunk beds, a sink, and two paintings on the walls.

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with brick walls, a window, and a trash bin.

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

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a bedside table, a green backpack, and a metal rack with bags.

Single Room Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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A room with bunk beds, a sink, and two paintings on the walls.

Triple Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a hanging mosquito net, a quilted window treatment, and a standing fan.

Single Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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A room with a brick wall, a bunk bed, a red wardrobe, and a wooden door.

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A room with a brick wall, a bunk bed, a red wardrobe, and a wooden door.

Room, Multiple Beds (9 Bed Private Dorm)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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A bunk bed room with brick walls, a window, and a trash bin.

Room (7 Bed Private Dorm)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with brick walls, a window, and a trash bin.

Room (6 Bed Private Dorm)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with brick walls, a window, and a trash bin.

Room, Multiple Beds

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
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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. Visit our Livingstone travel guide
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34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone

What's nearby

  • A large waterfall cascading down a steep cliff, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.
    Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
    4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Livingstone Museum
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mukuni Park Curio Market
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Railway Museum
    2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Devil's Pool
    12 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Livingstone (LVI)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sea Spice
    11 min walk
  • The Travelers Bar
    10 min drive
  • The Lookout Café
    13 min drive
  • S'lo Lounge
    4 min walk
  • The Boma
    16 min drive

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 massage or a manicure/pedicure. 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 a gift shop
    • Books, an elevator, and table tennis
    • 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

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₩71,447 total
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Frequently asked questions

Does Jollyboys Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Jollyboys Backpackers?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jollyboys Backpackers on Oct 26, 2026 start from ₩41,956, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Jollyboys Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Jollyboys Backpackers Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 212 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheerful helpful staff created a welcoming environment from arrival to departure. Clean well kept room and grounds. Close to all amenities. One of the best backpackers I have stayed in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a great price. The room was comfortable. The staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Third time I have stayed there and will be back, great place for a few days rest. Food is good there but takes a small lifetime to come out
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for exploring the area. Accommodations were unique and gorgeous! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best hostel experience. The staff was great and I enjoyed the vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay with interesting company

Great time, delicious breakfasts, I loved the relax zone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved my time at Jollyboys, everyone was so friendly and helpful, the food was amazing and the room was spacious, clean and comfy. I'll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel itself is great and I really like it. Is very well located, has great vibe and very helpful staff. There is a kitchen, bar/restaurant, swimming pool, lots of sitting space available, very clean and well maintained bathroom and toilets and lots of power sockets available. The internet is decent. Really lots of very positive things about the hostel. There is one negative thing though. We stayed in a private room. The room itself is pretty bad and needs urgent renovation. The mattress was good, but that's it. Doors have an issue closing it, no air conditioning (luckily we were in winter time), dirty walls and ceiling, pretty bad other furniture and quite tight room for a couple. I'd have given 5* if the private room is better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is well run and private rooms at the back are good.The reception staff were efficient and friendly. The bar staff will be extra nice to female guests and extra grumpy with males. Food was generally good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great feel about place and very helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful with booking transfers and activities. Lots to do in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in a room with on suit, which was well equipped and had every thing one would need. Place had a good chilled vibe with offering for get togethers in the evening which is ideal for solo travels. Staff friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good stay in nice place

The staff was very friendly, rooms and infrastructure were clean. Place with good style. Only drawback was that we had to wait around hour for breakfast. It is a safe place that I can recommend to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jolly’s

Absolute bliss!! It’s my home away from home! The staff is amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciated the free airport pickup, although I did have to wait a little while. The hostel is quite close to the airport, so the transfer wasn’t long. I booked a private room and believe I was upgraded, it had air conditioning and a spacious bathroom, which made my stay very comfortable. Since I had to leave early most days, the staff kindly prepared takeaway breakfasts for me, and they were tasty. The only downside was that coffee wasn’t included with the free breakfast. The location is convenient, with a grocery store within walking distance, and I felt safe and secure throughout my stay. Overall, I had a great experience here. In fact, I would have preferred to stay here for my entire trip rather than splitting my stay with the Zimbabwe side, mainly because of how good my experience here, and it’s very affordable too!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jolly’s

Absolute bliss!! It’s my home away from home! The staff is amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Understandable why Jollyboys is a back-to-back top hostel champ. Great staff. Chill space.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well run and nice amenities. A/C in the dorm was a huge plus. It’s a very social place, great for meeting other guests and locals. Staff is fantastic. You can’t help but enjoy it here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very safe and quiet area. Good vibes. Clean and the workers were friendly and helpful all the time. Will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Stay

Really good stay. Great value for money. Brought the family which is not what one usually does with a hostel/backpackers type place, but it was great and I would do it again. Well run and managed by staff - very helpful all around. I will probably need to go back down to Livingstone again in December and will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good price-quality ratio!

Very nice experience! Good location, clean rooms, nice territory, affordable prices, both - rooms and kitchen/bar. Price-quality ratio is high. You get quality for the price you pay here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

awesome stay

It was amazing , the receptionist has the best service. the outside showers need to be washed every now and then because they were dirty
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best Hostel in Zambia

The service of the hostel was excellent, I am very hoary to choose stay with them, everything clean, nice rooms, they have a lot of options, for couples, friends, backpackers, families, has everything, if you want party, if you want relax, any plan they have. The staff sooooo friendly, RUTH!!! was amazing she helped us with some requirements, The atmosphere is so nice, we were sad to don't stay longer because deserves stay minimum 5 days, and also because they have a lot of activities!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay

Cheap beer at the bar and air-conditioned room was nice except for mosquitoes. Gardener and housekeepers were more friendly than bar n reception staff. Overall, we had a good rest after long camping trip through Africa. The hotels.com booking said one way transfer is free. But, only pick up is free, drop off is USD 5 per person. The listing info is wrong and hotels.om agent didn't care to honour the service. As a long term customer of hotels.com , I was really disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice time

Our room was very nice - the beds were comfortable and the room was nicely decorated . The downside was that the bathroom door did not have a latch, so it would not stay closed. Also the bath mat was not very clean. The breakfast was good and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024