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Jollyboys Backpackers
3 stars

Jollyboys Backpackers

34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone, Zambia
Livingstone, Zambia
See location+260 213 324 229
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8.6
Very good
based on 136 reviews
136 reviews

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Overview

Suburban hostel with spa services and an outdoor pool This hostel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and free airport pick-up are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, massage/treatment rooms, and a refrigerator in a common area. Jollyboys Backpackers offers 30 accommodations with safes and ceiling fans. Accommodations are furnished with single sofa beds. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.6
Very good rating
Based on 136 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Jollyboys Backpackers

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Disabled Access
  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Books
  • Elevator
  • Grill

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Horse riding
  • Gift shop

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator

Outdoor

  • Grill
  • Garden

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fan

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Media and entertainment

  • Books

Dining

  • Bar/Lounge

General

  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Pool

  • Pool

Reviews of Jollyboys Backpackers

8.6
Very good
136 verified ratings
Wonderful
73
Very good
25
Good
25
Okay
7
Fair
3
Mediocre
0
Poor
3

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8.2
Very good
Teng, Jun 2018
Pros (+) We appreciated the continuous communication before our arrival and the in house activity office who can organize all the events and activities around Livingstone. We found this a great deal of convenience and their knowledge of the area and particulars were invaluable to our stay. A special mention to Mwila who arannged everything for us! We also loved the friendly, unpretentious staff who catered...
Cons (-) We didn't like the shared shower facilities which perhaps shared a common geysers hence running out on hot water and water pressure during showers at peak hours. We also found the heavily rusted soap trays in the showers a little disconcerting. Another problem was the Wi-Fi internet where you are confined to a small bar area where it is shared amongst all guests. This proved difficult during peak ...
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2018
Pros (+) Second time here and I am pleased as ususl.

Location

34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone

What's nearby

  • Livingstone Museum117 m
  • Maramba Cultural Museum1.2 km
  • Railway Museum1.7 km
  • Devil's Pool8.6 km
  • Victoria Falls Field Museum8.7 km
  • Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park8.7 km

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Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

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  • How long should you stay at Jollyboys Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Jollyboys Backpackers

  • Where is Jollyboys Backpackers located?

    Jollyboys Backpackers is located at 34 Kanyanta Road, 0.7 km from the centre of Livingstone. Livingstone Museum is the closest landmark to Jollyboys Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Jollyboys Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Jollyboys Backpackers.

  • Does Jollyboys Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Jollyboys Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Jollyboys Backpackers from the airport?

    Jollyboys Backpackers is 5.3 km from Livingstone. Jollyboys Backpackers is 27.6 km from Victoria Falls.

  • Does Jollyboys Backpackers have a pool?

    Yes, Jollyboys Backpackers has a pool on-site.

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    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Jollyboys Backpackers in Livingstone and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Jollyboys Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Jollyboys Backpackers.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

9.0
0.7 km
Livingstone
5.3 km