Jollyboys Backpackers

Hostels
8.8
/10
Very Good
195 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Georsadd

10.0
/ 10
I appreciated the free airport pickup, although I did have to wait a little while. The hostel is quite close to the airport, so the transfer wasn’t long. I booked a private room and believe I was upgraded, it had air conditioning and a spacious bathroom, which made my stay very comfortable. Since I had to leave early most days, the staff kindly prepared takeaway breakfasts for me, and they were tasty. The only downside was that coffee wasn’t included with the free breakfast. The location is convenient, with a grocery store within walking distance, and I felt safe and secure throughout my stay. Overall, I had a great experience here. In fact, I would have preferred to stay here for my entire trip rather than splitting my stay with the Zimbabwe side, mainly because of how good my experience here, and it’s very affordable too!

Emily

10.0
/ 10
I loved my time at Jollyboys, everyone was so friendly and helpful, the food was amazing and the room was spacious, clean and comfy. I'll definitely be back.

Carl

10.0
/ 10
Fitst class hostel with all mod cons. Stayed here at the end of a 20 day motorcycle trip from Cape Town and it was the perfect location to relax following that
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34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone, Southern, Zambia

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Swimming Pool
Parking
WiFi
Elevator
Near Livingstone Museum
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34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone, Southern, Zambia
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Near Livingstone Museum

Location


A stay at Jollyboys Backpackers places you in the heart of Livingstone, steps from Livingstone Museum and a 3-minute drive from Railway Museum. This hostel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and 6 mi (9.6 km) from Victoria Falls Field Museum.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Livingstone Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Mukuni Park Curio Market - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Railway Museum - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Maramba Cultural Museum - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Livingstone Reptile Park - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Zambezi River - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Victoria Falls Field Museum - 9.6 km / 6 mi
Victoria Falls Bridge - 10.7 km / 6.6 mi
Devil's Pool - 11 km / 6.8 mi
David Livingstone Statue - 12.5 km / 7.8 mi
Victoria Falls - 12.6 km / 7.8 mi
Victoria Falls National Park - 17.8 km / 11 mi
Zambezi National Park - 19.1 km / 11.8 mi

The nearest airports are:
Livingstone (LVI) - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Victoria Falls (VFA) - 33.6 km / 20.9 mi

The preferred airport for Jollyboys Backpackers is Livingstone (LVI).

Facilities


Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is complimentary (available 24 hours).

Dining


You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Jollyboys Backpackers, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to noon for a fee.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 30 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Conveniences include safes and sofa beds, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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Things to Do

  • TV lounge
  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Barbecue

General

  • Refrigerator (shared)
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace

Public Facilities

  • Safety deposit box
  • Elevator

Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage

Transportation

  • Area shuttle with surcharge

Food and Drinks

  • Snack bar

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Accessibilty

  • Accessible parking

Nearby Facilities

  • Gift shop

Sports and Recreations

  • Table tennis

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Jollyboys Backpackers

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
14:00 - 20:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00

General Check-in 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
  • Long-term renters welcome
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
, 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. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

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Popular Facilities
Swimming Pool, Parking, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 14:00 - 20:00 - to 10:00
Available rooms at Jollyboys Backpackers
30
Another facilities in Jollyboys Backpackers
TV lounge, Spa, Outdoor pool, Picnic area, Garden

Frequently asked questions about Jollyboys Backpackers

What are available facilities at Jollyboys Backpackers?
There are top facilites at Jollyboys Backpackers such as Swimming Pool, Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Jollyboys Backpackers?
The standard check-in time at Jollyboys Backpackers is starting from 14:00 - 20:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00
What is the star rating of Jollyboys Backpackers?
Jollyboys Backpackers has a 3.0-star rating.
How many rooms are available at Jollyboys Backpackers?
Jollyboys Backpackers has 30.
What do past guests say about Jollyboys Backpackers?
Traveloka users who have stayed at Jollyboys Backpackers have praised its Service and Facilites, Cleanliness, Room Comfort.

Jollyboys Backpackers reviews and ratings

8.8
Very Good
From 195 reviews
Cleanliness

8.4

Room Comfort

8.0

Service and Facilites

9.0

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Georsadd
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I appreciated the free airport pickup, although I did have to wait a little while. The hostel is quite close to the airport, so the transfer wasn’t long. I booked a private room and believe I was upgraded, it had air conditioning and a spacious bathroom, which made my stay very comfortable. Since I had to leave early most days, the staff kindly prepared takeaway breakfasts for me, and they were tasty. The only downside was that coffee wasn’t included with the free breakfast. The location is convenient, with a grocery store within walking distance, and I felt safe and secure throughout my stay. Overall, I had a great experience here. In fact, I would have preferred to stay here for my entire trip rather than splitting my stay with the Zimbabwe side, mainly because of how good my experience here, and it’s very affordable too!
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Ankit
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good
JAIME
6.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hostel is well run and private rooms at the back are good.The reception staff were efficient and friendly. The bar staff will be extra nice to female guests and extra grumpy with males. Food was generally good.
Emily
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I loved my time at Jollyboys, everyone was so friendly and helpful, the food was amazing and the room was spacious, clean and comfy. I'll definitely be back.
Jia Dan
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Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hostel was fine and the single room with AC is quite nice for Africa. There’s widespread power shortage and the hotel has backup generators to make up for it. Internet is from starlink so it’s pretty fast. The downside is they’re cash and crypto only for the restaurant, bar, and travel. The ATMs are quite far and having to withdrawal 100s of USD worth of money just to pay for an activity is super annoying. The restaurant food is mediocre and kind of expensive for what it is but there’s really nothing else around in town. The transport they offer is significantly more than what you’d get off the street but at least they are very timely and responsive. The tour prices are a bit higher and you’re better off booking some of those online through other operators, especially if you don’t have cash. In Zambia it’s about $8-10 USD per ATM withdrawal so things do add up. Lastly, Zimbabwe side seems to have more bars, restaurants, and a more lively atmosphere than Livingstone but Zambia side has more activities like rafting and rhino trek so it’s better to split your time between both sides.
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Mei Fang
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

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Cheap beer at the bar and air-conditioned room was nice except for mosquitoes. Gardener and housekeepers were more friendly than bar n reception staff. Overall, we had a good rest after long camping trip through Africa. The hotels.com booking said one way transfer is free. But, only pick up is free, drop off is USD 5 per person. The listing info is wrong and hotels.om agent didn't care to honour the service. As a long term customer of hotels.com , I was really disappointed.
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Christopher
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Business and Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Jolly Boys is the best in Livingstone for a hostile.
Carl
10.0
/10
Reviewed 44 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Fitst class hostel with all mod cons. Stayed here at the end of a 20 day motorcycle trip from Cape Town and it was the perfect location to relax following that
Thomas
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I stayed in a room with on suit, which was well equipped and had every thing one would need. Place had a good chilled vibe with offering for get togethers in the evening which is ideal for solo travels. Staff friendly.
Lucy
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 50 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I first stayed at Jollyboys 20 years ago when I was part of an overland truck trip. This time I brought my husband and children and will most definitely be back again, hopefully in less than another 20 years! The staff are so helpful, the rooms are very clean and comfortable and we had an amazing 4 days here.
Esther
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The place was amazing I travelled solo and was worri
Verified traveler
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Friends and Family with Friends
6.0
/10
Reviewed 62 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The place is okay but not worth the money. The common areas are nice and have lot of areas to relax. However, over 50USD per night is too pricey for a room without wifi. The communal kitchen is lacking equipment and only has one portable stove. The whole place could need some freshening up. The activities they offer are overpriced.
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Pawel
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great time, delicious breakfasts, I loved the relax zone.
Wojciech
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Friends and Family Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The staff was very friendly, rooms and infrastructure were clean. Place with good style. Only drawback was that we had to wait around hour for breakfast. It is a safe place that I can recommend to everyone.
Selma
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 76 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Ett ställe med skön atmosfär. Här finns allt du behöver för att koppla av eller ta dig till nya äventyr.
YONGHO
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 78 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

When I made the reservation, it said breakfast was included, but when I asked the reception, they said there was no breakfast service. How will Hotels.COM be responsible for this? I was disappointed that.
Matt
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 78 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The property was not good for my family. The room’s door had cracks allowing bugs in and the concrete floor was in very poor condition. They refused to give us a refund despite the fact we were there for 30 minutes before leaving to a better location.
Christopher
10.0
/10
Reviewed 79 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great
Mercy
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Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 80 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I had an absolute blast at JollyBoys. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. The atmosphere was vibrant and relaxed, with a wonderful vibe that's hard to find elsewhere. The highlight of our stay was definitely the paint and sip session with Eric Miti, what a fantastic experience. The reception staff and entire team were amazing, going above and beyond to ensure our stay was memorable. I wouldn't hesitate to return to JollyBoys. If you're looking for a warm, lively, and unforgettable experience, look no further! Highly recommended,
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Javier
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Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 81 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The service of the hostel was excellent, I am very hoary to choose stay with them, everything clean, nice rooms, they have a lot of options, for couples, friends, backpackers, families, has everything, if you want party, if you want relax, any plan they have. The staff sooooo friendly, RUTH!!! was amazing she helped us with some requirements, The atmosphere is so nice, we were sad to don't stay longer because deserves stay minimum 5 days, and also because they have a lot of activities!!!
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8.8
Very Good
From 195 reviews
Cleanliness

8.4

Room Comfort

8.0

Service and Facilites

9.0

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Traveller Reviews Jollyboys Backpackers

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40
Top reviews
Georsadd
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I appreciated the free airport pickup, although I did have to wait a little while. The hostel is quite close to the airport, so the transfer wasn’t long. I booked a private room and believe I was upgraded, it had air conditioning and a spacious bathroom, which made my stay very comfortable. Since I had to leave early most days, the staff kindly prepared takeaway breakfasts for me, and they were tasty. The only downside was that coffee wasn’t included with the free breakfast. The location is convenient, with a grocery store within walking distance, and I felt safe and secure throughout my stay. Overall, I had a great experience here. In fact, I would have preferred to stay here for my entire trip rather than splitting my stay with the Zimbabwe side, mainly because of how good my experience here, and it’s very affordable too!
Read More
Ankit
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good
JAIME
6.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hostel is well run and private rooms at the back are good.The reception staff were efficient and friendly. The bar staff will be extra nice to female guests and extra grumpy with males. Food was generally good.
Emily
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I loved my time at Jollyboys, everyone was so friendly and helpful, the food was amazing and the room was spacious, clean and comfy. I'll definitely be back.
Jia Dan
icon-Leisure
Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hostel was fine and the single room with AC is quite nice for Africa. There’s widespread power shortage and the hotel has backup generators to make up for it. Internet is from starlink so it’s pretty fast. The downside is they’re cash and crypto only for the restaurant, bar, and travel. The ATMs are quite far and having to withdrawal 100s of USD worth of money just to pay for an activity is super annoying. The restaurant food is mediocre and kind of expensive for what it is but there’s really nothing else around in town. The transport they offer is significantly more than what you’d get off the street but at least they are very timely and responsive. The tour prices are a bit higher and you’re better off booking some of those online through other operators, especially if you don’t have cash. In Zambia it’s about $8-10 USD per ATM withdrawal so things do add up. Lastly, Zimbabwe side seems to have more bars, restaurants, and a more lively atmosphere than Livingstone but Zambia side has more activities like rafting and rhino trek so it’s better to split your time between both sides.
Read More
Mei Fang
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Cheap beer at the bar and air-conditioned room was nice except for mosquitoes. Gardener and housekeepers were more friendly than bar n reception staff. Overall, we had a good rest after long camping trip through Africa. The hotels.com booking said one way transfer is free. But, only pick up is free, drop off is USD 5 per person. The listing info is wrong and hotels.om agent didn't care to honour the service. As a long term customer of hotels.com , I was really disappointed.
Read More
Christopher
icon-Business and Leisure with Partner
Business and Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Jolly Boys is the best in Livingstone for a hostile.
Carl
10.0
/10
Reviewed 44 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Fitst class hostel with all mod cons. Stayed here at the end of a 20 day motorcycle trip from Cape Town and it was the perfect location to relax following that
Thomas
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I stayed in a room with on suit, which was well equipped and had every thing one would need. Place had a good chilled vibe with offering for get togethers in the evening which is ideal for solo travels. Staff friendly.
Lucy
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 50 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I first stayed at Jollyboys 20 years ago when I was part of an overland truck trip. This time I brought my husband and children and will most definitely be back again, hopefully in less than another 20 years! The staff are so helpful, the rooms are very clean and comfortable and we had an amazing 4 days here.
Esther
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The place was amazing I travelled solo and was worri
Verified traveler
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
6.0
/10
Reviewed 62 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The place is okay but not worth the money. The common areas are nice and have lot of areas to relax. However, over 50USD per night is too pricey for a room without wifi. The communal kitchen is lacking equipment and only has one portable stove. The whole place could need some freshening up. The activities they offer are overpriced.
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Pawel
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great time, delicious breakfasts, I loved the relax zone.
Wojciech
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The staff was very friendly, rooms and infrastructure were clean. Place with good style. Only drawback was that we had to wait around hour for breakfast. It is a safe place that I can recommend to everyone.
Selma
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 76 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Ett ställe med skön atmosfär. Här finns allt du behöver för att koppla av eller ta dig till nya äventyr.
YONGHO
icon-
6.0
/10
Reviewed 78 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

When I made the reservation, it said breakfast was included, but when I asked the reception, they said there was no breakfast service. How will Hotels.COM be responsible for this? I was disappointed that.
Matt
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 78 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The property was not good for my family. The room’s door had cracks allowing bugs in and the concrete floor was in very poor condition. They refused to give us a refund despite the fact we were there for 30 minutes before leaving to a better location.
Christopher
10.0
/10
Reviewed 79 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great
Mercy
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 80 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I had an absolute blast at JollyBoys. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. The atmosphere was vibrant and relaxed, with a wonderful vibe that's hard to find elsewhere. The highlight of our stay was definitely the paint and sip session with Eric Miti, what a fantastic experience. The reception staff and entire team were amazing, going above and beyond to ensure our stay was memorable. I wouldn't hesitate to return to JollyBoys. If you're looking for a warm, lively, and unforgettable experience, look no further! Highly recommended,
Read More
Javier
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 81 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The service of the hostel was excellent, I am very hoary to choose stay with them, everything clean, nice rooms, they have a lot of options, for couples, friends, backpackers, families, has everything, if you want party, if you want relax, any plan they have. The staff sooooo friendly, RUTH!!! was amazing she helped us with some requirements, The atmosphere is so nice, we were sad to don't stay longer because deserves stay minimum 5 days, and also because they have a lot of activities!!!
Read More
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