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Hostel
# Shoestrings Backpackers

Victoria Falls, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

8.3 ·  Very good 131 reviews ·  #18 #18 of 19 in Victoria Falls ·  5.4 Location score
## About Shoestrings Backpackers

Shoestrings Backpackers is a hostel in Victoria Falls, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Guests rate it 8.3 out of 10 across 131 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar, free parking. It is 1.3 km from the centre of Victoria Falls. The nearest airport, Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI), is 12 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 30

- **Floors:** 1

- **Opened:** 1997

- **Last renovated:** 2021

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 7

12 West Drive

## How Shoestrings Backpackers scores

Better rated than 3% of hotels in Victoria Falls

-   Guest rating **8.3**
-   Location **5.4**
-   Public transport **6.5**

Victoria Falls average

## Amenities

Swimming poolBarFree parking

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool

### Food & drink

-   Bar

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Balcony

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **5.4**/10

- **Walk grade:** **44**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **8**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **4**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Victoria Falls Railway Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">800 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">13 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">12 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">26 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Victoria Falls</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">22 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Elephants Walk Shopping and Artist Village620 m
-   Jafuta Heritage Center630 m
-   Domboshava Monument Rock Site790 m
-   Bumbusi790 m
-   The Crocodile Park Victoria Falls1.2 km

## Shoestrings Backpackers: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. Experience the wonders of Victoria Falls with ease by utilizing the services provided at taxi. The hostel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with express check-in or check-out and luggage storage provided by the front desk services. During your stay at this fantastic hostel, experience comfort and warmth from the delightful on-site fireplace on those chilly days and nights. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For an elevated experience at hostel, select rooms are equipped with linen service to improve your stay. At Shoestrings Backpackers , a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. Maintain your cleanliness and feel revitalized using toiletries available in select guest restrooms. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hostel to enhance your experience. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Shoestrings Backpackers . Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool.

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## Questions about Shoestrings Backpackers

### How do guests rate Shoestrings Backpackers?

Shoestrings Backpackers has a guest rating of 8.3 out of 10 from 131 reviews, which is better than 3% of rated hotels in Victoria Falls.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Shoestrings Backpackers?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Shoestrings Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, Shoestrings Backpackers has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Shoestrings Backpackers?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Shoestrings Backpackers from the airport?

The nearest airport, Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI), is 12 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Shoestrings Backpackers have?

Shoestrings Backpackers has 30 rooms on 1 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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