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Victoria Falls Rainbow

Victoria Falls · Zimbabwe

PARKWAY Drive, 278View location

7.8/10Very good385 Reviews
Cleanliness8.0/108.0
Service8.2/108.2
Comfort7.6/107.6
Condition7.4/107.4
Location8.0/108.0
Neighborhood8.0/108.0
Quality8.0/108.0
Value8.0/108.0
Amenities8.0/108.0
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About Victoria Falls Rainbow

Everyone staying at this wonderful resort will truly appreciate its great location within walking distance from the city centre and a mere 2 kilometres from the popular and breath-taking Victoria Falls, as well as near many sites in which visitors can practice fun and interesting activities and a wide range of sports.

The luminous and spacious guest rooms are tastefully appointed in a luxurious and elegant style, all of them fully furnished with a wide range of useful amenities to ensure guests enjoy a pleasant stay.

For further comfort, they include coffee and tea making facilities as well as a mosquito net for those who might wish to use it. Guests may enjoy a refreshing swim at the on-site swimming pool or the mouth-watering local and international specialities served at the in-house restaurant.

Business travellers may also appreciate the conferencing facilities.

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A stay at Victoria Falls Rainbow Hotel places you in the heart of Victoria Falls, a short 3-minute walk from Victoria Falls National Park and within 2 minutes by car from Victoria Falls.

This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from David Livingstone Statue and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Zambezi River. Make yourself at home in one of the 88 guestrooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment.

Bathrooms have separate bathtubs and showers and bathrobes. Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Childcare
Business facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 10:00 AM

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • An effective city/local tax rate of 2.00 percent will be charged

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 22 for adults and USD 11 for children
    • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 (one-way)

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

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Victoria Falls National Park 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
David Livingstone Statue 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Zambezi River 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Victoria Falls 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Victoria Falls Bridge 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Victoria Falls Field Museum 4.4 km / 2.8 mi
Devil's Pool 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Zambezi National Park 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park 7.3 km / 4.5 mi
Livingstone Reptile Park 10 km / 6.2 mi
Maramba Cultural Museum 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Railway Museum 12.5 km / 7.8 mi
Livingstone Museum 13.6 km / 8.4 mi
Mukuni Park Curio Market 14.2 km / 8.8 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 88
  • Number of floors (main building): 2
  • Twin rooms: 64
  • Double rooms: 20
  • Suites: 4
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  • Golf course
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wi-fi
  • Local and international calls
  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Transfer serviceExtra charge
  • Secure parkingExtra charge
  • Airport ShuttleExtra charge
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Medical serviceExtra charge
  • Bicycle hire serviceExtra charge
  • Babysitting serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safe
  • Cloakroom
  • Lift access
  • Newspaper stand
  • Shop
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle storage
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Projector
  • Secretarial service
  • Printer
  • Photocopier
  • Business centre
  • Audio-visual equipment rental
  • Fax
  • Indoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Children playground
  • Entertainment programme for adults
  • Entertainment programme for children
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Continental breakfast
  • Buffet lunch
  • À la carte lunch
  • Set menu lunch
  • Buffet dinner
  • À la carte dinner
  • Special dietary options
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • WaterskiingExtra charge
  • Motor board rideExtra charge
  • Volleyball
  • Golf
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

DB

Buffet Breakfast

This meal plan may be available depending on the selected room/rate.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARDDOUBLE SINGLE USE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²DUS.ST
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    Victoria Falls Rainbow

    DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARD

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    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DUS.ST

    Room amenities

    • Internet access
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Alarm clock
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Living room: 1
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Soundproof room
    • Housekeeping
    • Smoke detector
    • Plug adaptor
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST-1

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    Victoria Falls Rainbow

    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST-1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    Victoria Falls Rainbow

    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST-1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • TWO BEDSDBT.2B

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    Victoria Falls Rainbow

    Double or Twin TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.2B

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²TWN.ST
    TWIN STANDARDPhoto unavailable5 photos

    Victoria Falls Rainbow

    TWIN STANDARD

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    5 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Room amenities

    • Soundproof room
    • Housekeeping
    • Smoke detector
    • Plug adaptor
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Alarm clock
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathroom: 1

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDSDOUBLE • TWO DOUBLE BEDSDBL.2D

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    Victoria Falls Rainbow

    DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

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    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    TWO DOUBLE BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2D

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Victoria Falls Rainbow

    Room STANDARD

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN GARDEN VIEWTWIN • GARDEN VIEWTWN.GV

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    Victoria Falls Rainbow

    TWIN GARDEN VIEW

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    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.GV

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²DBL.ST
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    Victoria Falls Rainbow

    DOUBLE STANDARD

    Room photos

    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Safe
    • Smoke detector
    • Plug adaptor
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Alarm clock
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Balcony
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub: 1
    • Shower: 1
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Soundproof room
    • Housekeeping

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Victoria Falls Rainbow

7.8
Very good
385 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.0 /10
Service
8.2 /10
Comfort
7.6 /10
Condition
7.4 /10
Location
8.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.0 /10
Quality
8.0 /10
Value
8.0 /10
Amenities
8.0 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
25 Jun 2026
Brendan
Nice quiet and well established hotel with a lovely architecture. Very helpful staff. Easy walk to town and shops.
Self
2/10
Poor
19 Jun 2026
Eduardo
I would not recommend staying at the Rainbow Hotel in Victoria Falls.

The experience started poorly when I discovered that the toilet in my room was only partially functional. While the staff eventually moved me to another room, they seemed reluctant to do so and acted as though accommodating a legitimate maintenance issue was an inconvenience.

The basic amenities were also disappointing. The soap provided appeared to be heavily diluted with water, and the rooms lacked important security features. There were no interior safety locks on the doors and no in-room safes or safety deposit boxes for securing valuables—something I consider essential for travelers.

What made the stay even more frustrating was the hotel's pricing. Rather than offering value, it seemed designed to extract as much money as possible from guests. Meals were significantly overpriced, and the hotel charged inflated rates for airport transfers, tours, and tourist packages. Given that the city center is only a short walk away, guests can often find better and more reasonably priced options elsewhere.

Overall, the combination of poor maintenance, inadequate security, reluctant service, and excessive pricing made this a disappointing stay.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
07 Jun 2026
Rebecca Grace Ladd Claude Dunstan
Great position to walk into town. Polite and helpful staff. Overall clean but looking worn in places. Could do with replacing the bath towels and some maintenance on the two bathrooms we had use of. We didn’t eat on site so can’t comment on the quality of the food. A good place to stay if you are trying to keep to a smaller budget.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2026
Karen
Free shuttle to and from the fall. Beautiful landscape and swimming pool. Friendly and helpful staff. I saw monkeys and birds from my patio. A small refrigerator, insect repellent, canopy mosquito nets for bed are provided in the room. There is guard at gate. Felt safe and relax. Highly recommend.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2026
Regina
Would happily stay there again
Friends
8/10
Excellent
06 May 2026
Gregory
Basic hotel. Limited food options. Room was a bit sub standard. Walkable to shopping. Pool was small and unheard.
Partner
4/10
Poor
23 Feb 2026
Zandra
We were disappointed with the green pool and lack of ability to get change of our USD when activities needed change , the hotel is very dated but appreciate it is only 3 star, we tried for several days to contact hotel on phone prior to stay with no answer , only positive was staff were friendly
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Feb 2026
Philip
They’re doing their best. It’s a kind of pay as you go hotel. They make you pay for each step because they are very decentralized. The restaurant for breakfast, the bar, the shuttle to the airport, etc. It’s not a bad place to stay, but don’t expect a lot. The stuff were pretty nice, but things move at a slow pace. Shout out to the laundry staff and house keeping. They were very professional and timely.
2/10
Poor
07 Jan 2026
Steven Evans
Did not reach
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Oct 2025
Glenn
The shuttle was handy and made everything close.
Rooms while a bit dated were nice and we really enjoyed the balcony and pool area

Every staff person we encountered was totally service oriented especially the fellow in the lobby with the headdress and horn, he always went out of his way to help, even weighed our bags in preparation for the airport
.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Oct 2025
Glenn
The staff was very attentive and helpful. Rooms a little dated but nice in size and we really enjiyed the deck and pool
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2025
Gitanjali
Good overall
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2025
ALICE
A wonderful outing
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2025
John
The hotel was well above average, but the staff was extraordinary.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jul 2025
Aaron

Amazing Staff, not so amazing shower.

Our visit to Victoria Falls was beautiful as always. The location to the downtown attractions was perfect, we walked most of our trips. The staff at the Rainbow Hotel were all very friendly and welcoming and were there to help us with all of our questions and needs with a smile on their faces. The only thing I was not 100% pleased with was our shower. There was barely a trickle and no door on the shower, so water went everywhere when you showered and it took awhile with no pressure. Overall, we are very pleased with our stay and would most definitely return. Thank you Rainbow Hotel for a great week.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jul 2025
Dena
Super friendly knowledgeable staff, convenient location. would stay here again
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2025
Teresa

Great place to stay

The Victoria Rainbow Falls Hotel was a great place to stay at. The rooms were clean. The breakfast was convenient. The grounds were kept immaculate. The staff were so friendly. It was close to everything.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2025
Veritas
Lovely staff, hotel has great vibe, beautiful sorroundings, nice room and restaurant. Close to everything. Overall just a very nice, comfortable hotel.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2025
Barbara J
Very friendly and helpful
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Apr 2025
Alex

Victoria Falls adventure

Great location hotel staff excellent and friendly.
Security 24h and secure parking.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 Dec 2024
Ian
Closer to town, friendly staff, clean
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Nov 2024
Brendan
I often stay at the Rainbow Hotel for the usual reasons. Safe. Friendly and helpful staff. Good value for money
8/10
Excellent
23 Sep 2024
Brendan
Nice central place with friendly staff and efficient service. Very pleasant
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
Nancy D L
Location near all places of interest
8/10
Excellent
28 Jul 2024
Shelly
Really nice overnight stay here. Staff are super friendly. Room comfortable and clean. Food was good. Really liked the free shuttle from the hotel to Victoria Falls!!
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
29 Jun 2024
Brendan
Very friendly staff and good value for money
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2024
Jacob
Great experience!!
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
09 Feb 2024
LEELIN
Staff were friendly
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Aug 2023
Tiffany
Great spot, conveniently located and for the price, it was great. Concierge was fantastic. Rooms were good. Would definitely recommend if yiu dont want to pay 1k at a fancier place.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2023
Jessica
All of the staff members were wonderful. Breakfast and dinner was wonderful. I don’t have much to say aside from everything was perfect. Thank you so much Rainbow Hotel for making my first visit to Africa comfortable and memorable ♥️
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
01 May 2023
Timothy
Room - no shower door, broken door handles, no safe or mini bar that was advertised . Need to walk through area with any homeless men who harassed you for money or other so no going out at night safely.Meals took 30 to 45 minutes even when only person in the restaurant.
The place is dated and does not deserve a 3 star. Other than that some of the staff were great if you tipped them well .
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Apr 2023
David
First off, I would have given them only 3 stars but the staff was wonderful so made it 4. The hotel itself is not as convenient to the falls as it seemed when scheduling. You will need to have transport to most places. This is available without much effort. The closest shopping it at least a quarter of a mile away and there is no sidewalk and on a main road. It is an older hotel but is in fairly good shape. Our room had some problems but as we were only there 2 nights and already settled it was not worth changing. Biggest was the bath had a leak so any time you took a shower there was a good deal, of water on the floor. I did inform them of this when we left. Some lights were not functioning and the bathroom exhaust fan did not work. The phone had no labels so you couldn't tell how to call any services. Had to go out and find someone to help with luggage when checking out. A fair number of steps and would not consider ADA friendly. Breakfast buffet was pretty good. Not a huge selection but what they had was good. Only bar was poolside but it sufficed for us. The staff really made up for any shortcomings. They were very friendly and helpful. Never had a problem. I would probably stay again but would request another room if I found similar problems.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Nov 2022
Shannon
Staff were great. Kenny and Nyasha at the bar were very friendly and helpful. Front desk staff could have been friendlier. The greeter in the lobby was so fun and happy. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Restaurant service was very slow and breakfast buffet charges changed on a daily basis, when I tried to clear up charges it was to no avail. Pool was very clean , enjoyable to swim in.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
31 Oct 2022
brendan
Friendly and welcoming
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
10 Sep 2022
Beatrix
We were pleased with our choice of this hotel. Quiet, clean and friendly. The price was lower than other advertised hotels of the same category. We did not choose the breakfast option but if you are ok not having the buffet style, then the price is reasonable. We had to walk an extra block to the main street which is fine except of the street vendors constant offerings.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2022
Verified traveler
It was pleasant
Business
8/10
Excellent
07 May 2022
Edith
This is the second time I’ve stayed in this hotel. It is accessible easily to the town. Walkable distance and safe to do so at night.
Staff were attentive and responded promptly to requests.
The food was ok.
Would stay here again.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
21 Apr 2022
Jailos and Nompilo
My room was wonderful, no complaints. I think you need to improve on your breakfast. Your standard is extremely low , rate of 2 out of ten. Especially your baked goods are terrible.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2022
Dave
Greta hotel, friendly staff
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2022
Amy
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Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2022
Roberta
Friendly, courteous and helpful staff.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2022
Alan
Great hotel. But what sets it apart was the great staff! Everyone was very friendly and helpful and made our staff very enjoyable!
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2022
Terence

Fantastic

Fantastic experience! It took a while for the hotel to receive our booking from hotels.com, but once that was sorted, everything went perfectly. Delicious food and a very short walk from the Falls - no need for a taxi!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2021
Verified traveler
I got very lucky! Due to lack of tourists, I was upgraded to their sister hotel, A'Zambezi River Lodge, which is right on the Zambezi. Gorgeous property, fantastic service and food. Elephants, hippos and baboons right outside your room!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2020
Felicity
Staff were friendly and efficient even while holiday makers were being evacuated in droves. I hope this lovely hotel and its staff manage while we’re not visiting. I’ll definitely stay again when all this global chaos is over.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
17 Feb 2020
Verified traveler
very friendly staff. rooms were of a good standard
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
23 Jan 2020
Sydney

Poor value for money

Booked for 3 days' stay.
Hotel staff seem to lack leadership. Hotel seems to lack management.
Considering what they charge, the offering represents poor value for money.
Inadequate lighting in rooms for reading.
Very little general info available for tourists.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
08 Jan 2020
Verified traveler

Nice room, pricey amenities.

The room was nice. However, the price for breakfast changed every time we asked, from $20 to $28 per person for what looked like a regular breakfast. $28 can buy you breakfast for 6-8 people at the local store. They also wanted $6 per kg for laundry service.
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
28 Dec 2019
Eveline

not value for money, bad customer service

It stated clearly that the 2 rooms will have bathtubs when I booked and there is no bathtub at all in any of the room. When I asked to change the room the lady in front desk (ms future) was not helpful gave us a hard time and we were in hurry for a tour program in the morning, so we just gave in.

The air cond is Not cold in the first 2 nights in room no. 36, but they sent someone to repair. It was ok on the 3rd night. There was no towel in room 38 after they cleaned it, and when we requested for the towel, it took quite a while to arrive, after 2-3 reminder calls. Also, there was no bathroom mat too on the last night of our stay too, we didn’t bother to request anymore.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
22 Dec 2019
Verified traveler
When the hotel Manager offers to move your room due to air con not working great, follow through on your word. Very disappointed. developed a heat rash and had to sleep with wet towels to keep cool and be able to sleep. They did try and offer a free breakfast perk one morning, which we are greatfull for but that didn't make up for the aircon issue.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Dec 2019
Verified traveler
The location was great. The rooms and staff were nice The spa was nice. The room didn’t have a refrigerator but it had a place for one. We thought the restaurant was way overpriced for the quality. The breakfast, had we booked it, was $25.00 a person. A light lunch was $17.00. Overall it was a nice stay.
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
Room clean, updated bathroom, staff friendly, well manicured garden
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
The rooms were very comfortable and clean. The staff were always very polite and pleasant. The pool was very nice with an 'in-pool' bar. However, the restaurant was very over-priced and there was no food service between meals, so you couldn't get a snack or sandwich if you were late for breakfast, for example.
Friends_and_family Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
Great value for money. Excelkant location. Staff went above and beyond duty of call to make our staff memorable
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2019
Shane

Honeymoon in Victoria Falls

My wife and I stayed here for our honeymoon in Vic Falls. Great place to stay, service is top notch. Very close to everything in Vic Falls. We were able to walk to restaurants. Would definitely recommend for anyone visiting Vic Falls
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Staff was helpful and seemed to go out of the way to help. Pool was great and room and grounds were nice. Furniture was a bit dated but no big deal
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
12 Oct 2019
Jody
The location was central and very close to in da belly restaurant. The hotel offered free shuttles to the falls but it was easy and safe to walk there. The staff was excellent, especially Future.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
08 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Very nice place with cute little meercats running around everywhere. Overall, the place is in good condition and the staff are very nice. Only downside is that breakfast at the restaurant is quite expensive for the variety and food that is provided.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
29 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Close to town and good restaurants. Hotel is a little dated in places but room is spacious with TVA d fridges. The main down side is that tour groups are constantly arriving, which gives it a impersonal feel and single travellers have to wait a long time (especially when eating). Also meals and drinks are particularly expensive but the staff, particularly housekeeping and security are especially welcoming and helpful which makes up for it.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
05 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Location was good.
Good value for money.
The room was clean.
I did not like house keeping staff who made unnecessary loud conversations in the corridors especially in the mornings.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Staff were very nice and the service was great. There was some small construction work going on which made it noisy at times. There is a tourist office attached to the hotel which was convenient to book activities and shuttle services. The hotels bus service to the falls was convenient and reliable. The spa was ok only - while the ladies did a good job, they allowed 3 men (not sure who they were) to come and sit in the spa, which made it slightly uncomfortable to get treatment while they were just sitting and watching
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
05 Jul 2019
Madekn
The property was well maintained and quite nice. The location was excellent for accessing shops, grocery store, craft markets and the falls. As a vegan the breakfast options were limited. There was lots of meat options.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2019
Xtal
Liked: the male choir that sang at the dining room at dinner.
Didnt like: Room #2 shower screen leaked a lot and made a puddle of bathroom floor!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 May 2019
AbbeyDale
It was an above average hotel. Our stay was relaxing and comfortable with no issues at all.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Amazing hospitality, great facilities and delicious meals served at their restaurant.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Everything was good and the staff exceptionally helpful.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2019
Chip
Had a great stay at this hotel in Victoria Falls. The staff are exceptional! The bed was comfortable. Good food options available as well. Organized a driver for us to get to the Falls as well.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Very beautiful stay at the Rainbow Hotel. The staff always catered for our needs and made sure we were happy. Helped us with a small problem we had and the rooms were wonderful with good space to stay.

Would definitely recommend to friends and family who want to visit.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Jan 2019
Verified traveler

Great location

A very nice hotel within a walking distance to the town and only a few minutes from the falls (taxi 5-10$). The hotel takes credit cards but make sure to bring cash when you go to Zimbabwe, preferably USD but euros and any cash from the neighboring countries are also good, as there might be no cash in ATMs and the card readers wouldn’t always work. Don’t let that stop you from going though, it’s an amazing place and Rainbow hotel was a great base for exploration.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
03 Jan 2019
Verified traveler

Service needs improvement

1st night been sent away, even though was paid and book months in advance. 2nd day return, had to wait for hours to get a room. We were told rooms would be ready when we were back.
Friends
2/10
Poor
29 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
Service was bad i will not recommend this hotel two off us in one room there were one bath towel ,all bath room items the room service was very bad
8/10
Excellent
14 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
Good location on the edge of town. Helpful staff with lots of suggestions of local activites. $25 breakfast is way over priced.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2018
Verified traveler
We loved this hotel, the staff were amazing and the show on the first night was lots of fun. Only problem we had was alcohol running out, so if you have a favorite drink or vodka maybe bring a bottle and they put it behind the bar for you. They even ran out of the local beer, problem with supplies.
6/10
Pleasant
20 Oct 2018
Rosalie
The staff provided excellent service and always helpful and smiling.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2018
Verified traveler
Staff very friendly and efficient Food was excellent and we really had an excellent time and would stay there again if visiting VIc Falls . Negatives. The hotel Wifi was not great.and I found after booking having to deal with the hotel after booking through Expediia was very poor and various requests not actioned
8/10
Excellent
11 Oct 2018
Jon
Very helpful and friendly staff.
Hotel was within short walking distance if Victoria Falls town and had a shuttle bus.
The room was perfect for me travelling on my own. Comfortable bed, clean bathroom and a safe for my valuables. A/C worked fine and room had good wifi connection.
I was really pleased with my choice in accommodation in VF!
8/10
Excellent
05 Oct 2018
Harald

Relocated on check in to different hotel/resort

Due to a plumbing issue, we were sent to A'zambezi hoel/resort around 4km further out of town. This hotel was a step up from the Rainbow, with wonderful grounds on the Zambezi River, nice rooms, on site restaurant, pool, wildlife, and a free hourly shuttle bus to town and the Falls. We would recommend A'zambezi over Rainbow Falls
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2018
Mark
The hotel was older, but in nice shape. The location is near everything. We always felt safe there. The spa is awesome. The restaurant is okay and a little expensive for what you get.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2018
Damian

The Victoria Falls Rainbow Hotel

It was an amazing stay. We were warmly welcomed by the staff and were treated so well. All the staff are so friendly and helpful. Our room was cleaned every day and they came and turned down our bedcovers and the moquito nets in the evenings. The food was of a very good quality. We also enjoyed the swin-up bar at the pool. We also enjoyed the entertainment in the evenings with tribal dancers and singers each night. It was our home away from home, I highly recommend this hotel for anyone staying in Victoria Falls.
Partner
4/10
Poor
28 May 2018
Verified traveler

Location and amenities very overrated

The hotel says it is recently updated and refurbished but my room was very shabby and had ants in the bed. For just $40 more (and breakfast included) we should have stayed at the Safari Lodge.

Very disappointing and overpriced!
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2018
Max

Great Hotel Staff

This is not a review of the hotel per se, but the staff at Rainbow.
The hotel had a challenge accommodating my family last month due to renovation work. The front desk staff (Liberty, in particular) was kind to let us know of the situation a week in advance and offered to upgrade us to a different hotel keeping the rate flat. They also still honored our transfer from the Vic Falls airport to the hotel.
Thanks again!
8/10
Excellent
12 Apr 2018
Verified traveler
Not the fanciest, but nice, clean and kind, responsive staff. Would recommend. Lovely, clean pool area with swim up bar.
8/10
Excellent
24 Feb 2018
Shirley

Great value and convenient for the Falls.

Enjoyed a 3 day stay at the Rainbow. Walked to the Falls which took about 25 minutes going via the Lookout at the Gorge from the hotel. The Falls are totally amazing. Also walked to Zambia over the bridge, you will need your passports. The walk over the bridge is just incredible and well worth doing. Just be aware that as tourists there are street vendors who can be a bit irritating but we didn't feel threatened by them. The baboons are definitely threatening though! don't carry food with you or keep it well hidden.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2018
CLYDE

Magnificent Vic Falls

amazing
Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Feb 2018
Ennie

Taking the my daughter-old folks to Victoria Falls

It’s was great connecting with my mom, mother in law,grandmother ,wife, daughter, sister and nephew in such a tranquil environment. The falls were really amazing with all the beautiful scenery. The smoke that thunders. The weather is as perfect and the intermittent rain cooled us of when it gets hot. It was the first tom taking my daughter there
6/10
Pleasant
10 Jan 2018
Mychelle

Stay because of the staff

I booked the hotel because I thought it was in the main street. It was not. We had to walk 3 blocks in 100° temps through less than ideal conditions to get to the main street. However, the staff was very friendly and accommodating and Lovemore who helps you book your day trips and such, was amazing!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2018
YU

the best restaurant, good travel support

This hotel restaurant is the best taste in Victoria Falls.
We had lunch, dinner and ordered in-room dining there. Every time it's over expectation. ( Breakfast is normal)

Once we went to famous restaurants in The town, we were disappointed a lot because the hotel restaurant was much better.

You should try Crocodile dish!!
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2018
Irene

Best location to the falls.

Awesome best for families. Everything is so close you can walk to the falls.
Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Dec 2017
Pinimidzai

A holiday to remember at Rainbow Victoria Falls

It was an amazing and wonderful experience at Rainbow hotel. The only small challenge was the delayed check-in which only got finalised around 15:00.
Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Dec 2017
Verified traveler
close to the action in Vic Falls, can see the mist from the room
8/10
Excellent
05 Dec 2017
Terence
The staff were amazing considering the current economic climate. Although the place needs a little refurbishment the staff went all out to make home away from home
Family
8/10
Excellent
21 Nov 2017
grif

African 5 star Hotel

It is Africa so expect African standards, the staff are friendly and will do their very best to please.The building is old but recently upgraded.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2017
Janet

Close to town

Very comfortable room with friendly staff. The hotel is an easy distance to town and the falls.
Family
2/10
Poor
27 Oct 2017
Susie

Beware

I can really only rate the overall experience because the reservation wasn't honored and I never saw more than the lobby (expedia won't post if you don't complete all). We were shuttled off 3 miles out of town the first night. They insisted we come back to the Rainbow the second night but again, after a very long day, we were shuttled off to another hotel. Our luggage wasn't at the hotel as promised. By the time we were settled, our evening plans were ruined. Since we weren't part of a tour, I'm afraid we were low priority. The hotels we were sent to were ok but for a short visit we wasted hours on trying to get settled.
8/10
Excellent
25 Oct 2017
Michael

Lovely hotel with good traditional values

Our stay there was beautiful and the staff made every effort to make the stay most memorable. The evening entertainment was perfect and appeared to have a cultural significance.
8/10
Excellent
12 Oct 2017
Verified traveler

Convenient location with pool

Spacious rooms and a short walk into town. Hotel was clean and staff helpful. Nice pool area but not enough sunbeds or fresh towels.
6/10
Pleasant
27 Sep 2017
Verified traveler

Hotel hungry to make a buck

This hotel could be really good but they are hungry to make a buck. So, if you book through internet be ready to prove your payment and watch that they don't change price and add breakfast. My room had a poor functioning AC. Though they came to recharge it, they would not move me to another room. I had to endure the poor performance. They also want to force you to eat their buffet even thought they offer a menu which items they do not have. Staff is overly friendly trying to influence your decision to eat in restaurant buffet. Breakfast functional but nothing to write home about it you want service and good food. But, what do we expect in a country that id 95% unemployment and a tourist gate way.
8/10
Excellent
18 Sep 2017
Verified traveler

A welcoming hotel.

A hotel with charming character, accommodating staff and good facilities. Excellent value for money.
6/10
Pleasant
14 Sep 2017
Barb

Mosquitoes

There were several mosquitos in the room which was a nuisance. We were able to sleep with the use of bug netting.
8/10
Excellent
11 Sep 2017
Plamen
Friendly staff, spacious rooms, quiet and communicative location. Breakfast and lunch menu is OK, dinner food quality could be better. Only disappointed with the lack of bathroom mirror, a probke which could not be resolved by staff by the time we left.

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Victoria Falls Rainbow
PARKWAY Drive, 278, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

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