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Jollyboys Backpackers
Hostels
8.6
/10
Very Good
165 reviews
What Guests Say About Their Stay
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
Thomas
10.0
/ 10
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.
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34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone, Southern, Zambia
Main Facilities
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Parking
WiFi
Elevator
Available Room Types in Jollyboys Backpackers
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34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone, Southern, Zambia
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General
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.
All facilities in Jollyboys Backpackers
Bar, Cafe and Lounge
Swimming Pool
Entertainment Facility
Common Space
Lobby
Things to Do
- TV lounge
- Spa
- Picnic area
- Garden
- Barbecue
General
- Refrigerator (shared)
- Smoking area
- Parking
- Terrace
Transportation
- Area shuttle
- Storage
Food and Drinks
- Breakfast
- Snack bar
Public Facilities
- Safety deposit box
- Elevator
Connectivity
- Free WiFi
Accessibilty
- Accessible parking
Hotel Services
- Laundry service
Nearby Facilities
- Souvenir 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!
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hostel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Check-in/Check-out Time
Check-in:
14:00 - 20:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: 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.
Pets Not Allowed
Professional property host/manager, No cribs (infant beds) available, No rollaway/extra beds available, Cashless transactions are available, Children not allowed, Essential workers only - NO
General Information
Popular Facilities | Parking, WiFi, Elevator |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 14:00 - 20:00 - to 10:00 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast |
Available rooms at Jollyboys Backpackers | 30 |
Another facilities in Jollyboys Backpackers | TV lounge, Spa, Picnic area, Garden, Barbecue |
Frequently asked question in Jollyboys Backpackers
What are available facilities at Jollyboys Backpackers?
There are top facilites at Jollyboys Backpackers such as 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
Does Jollyboys Backpackers provide breakfast?
Yes, Jollyboys Backpackers provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
How many stars does Jollyboys Backpackers have?
Jollyboys Backpackers is a 3.0-star hotel.
How many rooms does Jollyboys Backpackers have?
Jollyboys Backpackers has 30 rooms in total.
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Overall Ratings & Reviews Jollyboys Backpackers
Other sources (165)
8.6
Very Good
From 165 reviews
Cleanliness
8.2
Room Comfort
7.8
Service and Facilites
8.8
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Ankit
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Good
JAIME
6.0
/10
Reviewed 24 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
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 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
Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 28 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
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 29 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.
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Christopher
Business and Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Jolly Boys is the best in Livingstone for a hostile.
Carl
10.0
/10
Reviewed 37 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
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 40 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
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 43 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
10.0
/10
Reviewed 53 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
The place was amazing
I travelled solo and was worri
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Friends and Family with Friends
6.0
/10
Reviewed 55 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
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 66 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Great time, delicious breakfasts, I loved the relax zone.
Wojciech
Friends and Family Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 67 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
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 70 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
6.0
/10
Reviewed 71 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
Leisure Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 72 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 73 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Great
Mercy
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 73 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
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 75 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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Keri
Business and Leisure with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 76 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Great if you’re a backpacker. Facilities are very good for that type of tourist to be fair.
We however are not backpackers - we booked an en suite room out of desperation because we left it too late to book and are on a budget.
Never again.
We didn’t expect the Ritz but stained sheets and tide marks where the cleaner didn’t clean surfaces thoroughly are not my idea of good accommodation.
The one good thing was that the air con was fab and they were generous with their generator hours during load shedding.
Oh, and the guard waa very helpful when we needed help with a puncture!
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