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Jollyboys Backpackers

3.0 star property
Comfortable suburban hostel, walk to Livingstone Museum
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
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Jollyboys Backpackers

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Outdoor pool
Room, Multiple Beds (9 Bed Private Dorm) | Executive lounge
Point of interest
In-room safe, bed sheets
Poolside bar

Overview of Jollyboys Backpackers

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
The price is AU$77
Price available on 20/4/2024

Explore the area

Map
34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone
  • Popular LocationLivingstone Museum2 min walk
  • Popular LocationMukuni Park Curio Market9 min walk
  • Popular LocationRailway Museum3 min drive
  • AirportLivingstone (LVI)7 min drive
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Room options

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Room, Multiple Beds (9 Bed Private Dorm)

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Room (6 Bed Private Dorm)

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Room (7 Bed Private Dorm)

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 7
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Single Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Single Room Ensuite

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Livingstone

Located in Livingstone, Jollyboys Backpackers is in the city centre 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.
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What's nearby

  • Livingstone Museum - 2 min walk
  • Mukuni Park Curio Market - 9 min walk
  • Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park - 6 min drive
  • Victoria Falls Field Museum - 9 min drive
  • Devil's Pool - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Livingstone (LVI) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Three Monkeys - 11 min drive
  • The Lookout Café - 13 min drive
  • Ocean Basket Livingstone - 10 min walk
  • Rainforest Cafe - 10 min drive
  • 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 deep-tissue 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), a local area shuttle and a water dispenser
  • A gift shop, a front desk safe and a lift
Room features
All guest rooms at Jollyboys Backpackers offer amenities, such as safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM–noon for a fee: USD 5–8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Books
  • Outdoor pool
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 9 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 5 to 8 per person

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

You need to know

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Jollyboys Backpackers?

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jollyboys Backpackers on 20 Apr 2024 start from AU$76.89, including 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 at Jollyboys Backpackers?

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?

Checkout 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).

Jollyboys Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 130 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 130 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 130 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 130 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 130 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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

2/10 Terrible

Milan

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not worth it, best years have passed
I recommend to avoid this place. The hotel/hostel has passed its best years, now it is rusty and dirty place with typical slow service. We got a room with filthy, beaten-up mattresses, incorrectly placed mosquito nets which smell musty and are full of holes. Upon request of the room change we were offered an upgrade for 35$/night, without a receipt and update of hotels.com booking. The shared bathroom is disgusting, no soap provided (even at the shared toilets). The restaurant service was slow, offering nothing special. Avoid paying extra 8$ for a breakfast through hotels.com - the price only includes one dish from the menu where the most expensive one is 4,5$ and coffee is 1,5$. It’s just a rip off. They do not offer any compensation of unused breakfast or package in the morning before departure for activities (despite organised via the hotel).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kallie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

8/10 Good

Rirhandzu

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

10/10 Excellent

Mr M

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff here were amazing and always helpful with booking and suggestions. Loved the bar/restaurant in Jollyboys, made lazy days so easy
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ms vivian

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Safety & Great Location
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
3.0