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Jollyboys Backpackers

Property class: 3
Suburban hostel with outdoor pool, near Livingstone Museum

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Jollyboys Backpackers is just 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from the airport and offers free pick-up service (available 24 hours). Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages or manicures and pedicures, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport pick-up
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Sofa bed
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
The current price is £35
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

Room options

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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 Single 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 Single 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 Single Bed and 1 Single 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 Single 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 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Single Room Ensuite

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 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Ensuite

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

Triple Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single 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 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only

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 Single 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 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single 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 Single 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 Single 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 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Map
34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Devil's Pool - 12 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Livingstone (LVI) - 8 min drive
  • Victoria Falls (VFA) - 53 min drive
  • Free airport pickup
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea Spice - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kubu - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Munali Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Olga's The Italian Corner - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Comfort Catering - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Jollyboys Backpackers

  • Jollyboys Backpackers is just 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from the airport and offers free pick-up service (available 24 hours). Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages or manicures and pedicures, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (9 years old and younger) are not allowed
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport pickup on request (available 24 hours a day)*
DONE

Off-site

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–noon
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Ping pong
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Segway hire/tours nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Single sofa bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and manicures and pedicures.

Dining

On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 8 per person
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel Livingstone
Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel
Jollyboys Backpackers Livingstone
Jollyboys Backpackers
Jollyboys Backpackers Livingstone
Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Jollyboys Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Jollyboys Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Jollyboys Backpackers?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Jollyboys Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Jollyboys Backpackers?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Jollyboys Backpackers?

Yes, a free shuttle from the airport is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Jollyboys Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Jollyboys Backpackers and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, boat tours and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives, game viewing and safari tours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostel's other amenities, which include spa services and a picnic area. Jollyboys Backpackers also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Jollyboys Backpackers?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Jollyboys Backpackers like?

Jollyboys Backpackers is a short 8-minute drive from Livingstone (LVI) and 2 minutes' walk from Livingstone Museum.

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