Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar

2.0 star property
Lodge with free parking, near Victoria Falls

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Outdoor pool
Interior entrance
Teak Rooms | Free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Fireplace
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.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NT$705
NT$1,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27

Room options

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Masasa Rooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Dome Tent

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Rainfall showerhead
4 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Rainfall showerhead
4 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

Teak Rooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Desk chair
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Mopane Dorm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Rainfall showerhead
4 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Acacia Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Rainfall showerhead
4 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
12 West Drive, Victoria Falls

What's nearby

  • Victoria Falls National Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Devil's Pool - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Victoria Falls Bridge - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Victoria Falls Field Museum - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Zambezi National Park - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Livingstone (LVI) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Livingstone Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kubu Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Old Drift - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Vix Falls Sports Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shungu Pool Terrace - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar

Lodge near Victoria Falls
A garden, a playground, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar. 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, barbecue grills, 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.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

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

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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 2025/9/16, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shoestrings Backpackers & Bar on 2025/9/26 start from NT$705, 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 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).

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