Title: Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar Lodge with free parking, near Victoria Falls ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898842/d2f0cdbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898842/46d8d093.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898842/1ebc9c1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898842/ab0e64ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Teak Rooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898842/260e3bcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar offers a relaxed atmosphere with practical comforts. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool and dine at the on-site restaurant. The helpful staff receives praise, and free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast available - Pool - Laundry - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 31 - Nov. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=24898842&PinnedHotelID=24898842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=24898842&PinnedHotelID=24898842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 1 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=24898842&PinnedHotelID=24898842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=24898842&PinnedHotelID=24898842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=24898842&PinnedHotelID=24898842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=24898842&PinnedHotelID=24898842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=24898842&PinnedHotelID=24898842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=24898842&PinnedHotelID=24898842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Masasa Rooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898842/16e455cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Masasa Rooms ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Teak Rooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898842/79beb569.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Teak Rooms 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Desk Desk chair Daily housekeeping - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898842/6b56aea5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Mopane Dorm ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Rainfall showerhead 4 bathrooms Daily housekeeping - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 3 Twin Bunk Beds ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898842/6b56aea5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Acacia Dorm 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Rainfall showerhead 4 bathrooms Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 5 Twin Bunk Beds ![Dome Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898842/837c2804.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Dome Tent ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Rainfall showerhead 4 bathrooms Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898842/ea14c5c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Shared Dormitory ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Rainfall showerhead 4 bathrooms - Sleeps 1 - 5 Twin Bunk Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - A billiards/pool table, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar include thoughtful touches such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Parking included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 150 reviews CA $204 CA $238 total includes taxes & fees Nov 10 - Nov 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=22633054&PinnedHotelID=22633054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 10 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Billiards/pool table - Outdoor pool - Playground ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground - Separate in-room dining area ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Mosquito nets - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Separate dining area ### More - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Guests booked in the "Campsite" room type are required to bring their own tent and bedding. Tents, beds, and linens are not available for rent or purchase onsite. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 10 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, debit cards, and cash Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Shoestrings Backpackers Bar Lodge Victoria Falls Shoestrings Backpackers Bar Victoria Falls Shoestrings Backpackers Bar Shoestrings Backpackers Bar V Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar Lodge Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar Victoria Falls Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar Lodge Victoria Falls ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar? > As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar on Nov 10, 2025 start from CA $59.59, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Falls-Hotels-Shoestrings-Backpackers-Bar.h24898842.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar located? > Situated in Victoria Falls, this lodge is within 1 mi (2 km) of Victoria Falls National Park and Victoria Falls. David Livingstone Statue and Zambezi River are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.6 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 7.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 23 8 - Good 13 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 4 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANNA LOUISA Sep 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Lovely stay. Amazing, helpful and Friendly staff. Walking distance to Victoria falls and town. Will definitely advise if you like casual travelling. ##### ANNA LOUISA Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura Jun 9, 2025 Liked: Amenities Other than a couple of bugs in our room (somewhat expected), we had a great overnight stay at Shoestrings. Staff was nice, location was great (walkable to the falls!), and the restaurant/bar were great additions. ##### Laura Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### heather May 21, 2025 Liked: Staff & service You get what you paid for It’s reasonable Close to all the Downtown main event ##### heather Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Yukino Aug 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Great place to walk around the city and Victoria falls. There’s loud music and song/shouts until midnight every night, so it may be not good for people who want to be calm, or sleep well for early morning activities. Using washing machine is expensive(us$10). ##### Yukino Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ALEX Sep 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Straight forward Hostel with extra amenities like swimming pool, bar, little restaurant and the friendliest staff ever ##### ALEX Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl Feb 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fun in Victoria Falls I had a fantastic stay at Shoestrings Backpackers. The accommodation, staff, and atmosphere were all excellent. My stay was so enjoyable that I decided to stay three extra nights. I highly recommend. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5D576F65924EC7F65A642380A1274568958E26831738662223349.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Carl Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sofia Oct 11, 2023 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good location, friendly staff ##### Sofia Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Noemi Mar 15, 2024 Liked: Amenities Love the food and the staff ##### Noemi Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy Duckett Jul 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The staff are very nice and helpful! ##### Amy Duckett Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Arlene Estelle Dec 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We had an awesome stay. I travelled with my friend staff was friendly and helpful ##### Arlene Estelle Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Nov 30, 2018 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities It's a very popular place and good for the evening and night life ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 7, 2018 Liked: Staff & service #### Exactly what you’d expect at a backpackers Great staff. Close to town and the Falls. We would definitely stay again! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pune Apr 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Highly recommended and good value This place is such a green oasis for a very reasonable price. The staff were friendly and helpful. The pool area was very comfortable but could be bigger and have more lounge chairs. ##### Pune Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Eurico Jun 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very safe and quiet area. Good vibes. Clean and the workers were friendly and helpful all the time. Will come back. ##### Eurico Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abigail May 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I stayed in one of the tents with beds in. It was super comfy and great value for money. I had dinner and breakfast which were both lovely and great value for money. The staff were friendly. Would recommend. ##### Abigail Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Constance Jul 4, 2022 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The doom tent was classic and adventurous. ##### Constance Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah May 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay at shoestring We absolutely loved staying at shoestring. The staff was wonderful and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Ann made sure we had some great adventure booked and was happy to arrange them for us. The food was good. We are vegan and they were able to modify some meals that worked for us. I would definitely recommend shoestrings to friends and family. ##### Sarah Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Elisa Mar 13, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Chill and Fun A great hostel to hang out and relax while in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Was an easy walk from the petrol station where I dropped on the Intercape bus. Was easy to organize tours and activities and conveniently located walking distance to shops and grocery stores. Also, about a 15-20 minute walk to the entrance to Victoria Falls. Has a self-serve kitchen and good vibe with a bar, pool, and pool table. ##### Elisa Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky May 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Loved, loved, loved it! If you're a hostel traveler, this place is amazing!! We loved it... from the accomodations to the central gathering place, the food and friendly staff, the ambience and security measures, plus walkable to Vic Falls. As with most anywhere, could use some upgrades, especially in the few ensuite bathrooms (and maybe some pop-in screens for the windows to allow enjoyment of the cooler night air), but even the least-best about this place was acceptable... and the best-best more than made up for slight shortcomings. Obviously, anyone used to upscale hotels probably should not stay here, but if Motel6, hostels, camping, etc., are an acceptable mode of travel for you, I cannot imagine you would not also love Shoestrings Backpackers. We would absolutely stay again! ##### Becky Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Jorge Fernando Nov 14, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Poor accommodation, dirty showers, poor food.... No further comments.... ##### Jorge Fernando Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mia Nov 7, 2018 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities overall experience was very average with breakfast being the redeeming feature. the shower was broken and the hot water tap didn’t work, and it was barely more than a trickle. room was smaller than it looked. kinda glad i only stayed one night. ##### Mia Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Marion Aug 16, 2019 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Poor comfort, nice outdoors More care is given to the garden than the comfort of the rooms. Beds and dorms are poorly maintained, mattresses are way too thin. Bathrooms are outdated and in poor condition. But staff is pretty friendly and the outdoors are nice. ##### Marion Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Michael May 4, 2019 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Mosquitos in room, algae in pool The dorm was not worth the price. More like camping for high price. Mosquitos get inside room . Shower and toilet are basic. Pool is unusable - algae. WiFi only in bar area. ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Jul 29, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cheap but you know why... We were given a room much smaller than the one advertised. We did not even have enough room to put our luggage. No charm whatsoever. Bed sheets dirty. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Dec 17, 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities No electricity as far as I could tell, no lights in the dorms anyway, terribly dirty bathrooms, no warm water or pressure, no WiFi, the dorms are tiny there is no where to put your stuff. Tha staff wasn’t able to locate my reservation or a key to the dorm so check in took ages. None of the staff were friendly which, for Zimbabwe, is incredibly rare. 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