
Victoria Falls · Zimbabwe
The Palm River Hotel
Hotel · 73 rooms
The Palm River Hotel offers unparalleled luxury accommodation on the banks of the iconic Zambezi River, just 4 kilometres from Victoria Falls. The hotel blends traditional East-Coast Australian design with the unique landscape of the upper Zambezi, creating a distinctive landmark. Guests can enjoy vast, unimpeded views while maintaining shelter and privacy, all within a tranquil bubble of peace and quiet. The hotel aims to provide a sense of home comfort within its luxurious setting. On clear days, guests can hear the thunder and see the spray of the mighty waterfall from their rooms.
The hotel offers a variety of accommodation options including Deluxe Rooms, Deluxe Suites, Executive Suites, Honeymoon Suites, a Presidential Suite, a Palm River Villa, and Accessible Rooms, all designed with modern international 5-star furnishings. Dining at the Palm River Hotel Restaurant offers a fusion fare with an à la carte menu, utilizing fresh, local ingredients. Guests can also experience fully-immersive riverside dining, al fresco bar and dining, and afternoon tea.
Beyond luxurious stays and dining, the hotel provides a range of activities and facilities to enrich the guest experience. An in-house Tours and Activities desk helps plan itineraries for exploring Victoria Falls. Onsite facilities include conference and event facilities, a fully-equipped gym, and a luxurious spa offering various treatments with tranquil views of the Zambezi River. The hotel is also committed to sustainability with initiatives like solar power, hydroelectricity, and waste reduction programs.
Highlights
- Riverside luxury only 4 kilometres from Victoria Falls
- Unique architectural blend of Queenslander style and local landscape
- Variety of luxurious accommodation options, including suites and a private villa
- Gourmet dining with local ingredients and immersive riverside experiences
- Onsite spa, gym, and conference facilities, plus a tours and activities desk
Why we love it
- Unparalleled luxury accommodation with a sense of home comfort
- Prime location on the Zambezi River with views and sounds of Victoria Falls
- Distinctive architectural design creating a new Victoria Falls landmark
- Commitment to sustainability with eco-friendly practices
- Wide range of experiences and activities available directly from the hotel
Facilities
- · Deluxe Rooms
- · Deluxe Suites
- · Executive Suites
- · Honeymoon Suites
- · Presidential Suite
- · Palm River Villa
- · Accessible Rooms
- · Restaurant
- · Al Fresco Bar & Dining
- · Conference and Event Facilities
- · Onsite Gym
- · Spa
- · Tours & Activities Desk
- · Private Balconies
- · Swimming Pool (Palm River Villa)
- · Private Car Park (Palm River Villa)
- · Shared Kitchen (Palm River Villa)
- · Dining Area (Palm River Villa)
- · Lounge Area (Palm River Villa)
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