Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara

With a total of 173 en-suite guestrooms offering splendid accommodation in 17 riverbank residences. The hotel exudes Victorian elegance and splendour down to the finest detail of the lamps, the magnificent paintings and the black and white photographs of early pioneers, this is a place to reflect and rejuvenate. The luxurious Presidential Suite has housed royalty, heads of state and celebrities, but each room is sure to inspire a similar feeling of prestige in all of our guests.

And you're so close to the top of the Victoria Falls, you can hear the water thundering down the gorge. The rooms are inspired by a combination of Victorian elegance infused with Africa's tribal warmth. Each room has its own private terrace overlooking the Zambezi River. All rooms are luxuriously furnished with crisp white linen and large comfortable beds to offer the perfect sanctuary after a day spent exploring Livingstone.

Luxury twin rooms – Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara is perfectly situated on the banks of the Zambezi River, and reflects the vibrant energy of the natural space. The Twin Rooms are luxuriously furnished and consist of 2 twin beds, a private veranda and Victorian style en-suite bathroom.

Luxury king rooms – Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara king rooms reflect the textures and moods of the majestic Zambezi river. These luxuriously furnished rooms are fitted with king size beds and Victorian style en-suite bathrooms. A private veranda completes the deluxe appeal of the room. Interleading rooms available on request.

Corner luxury twin rooms – These echo the majesty of mighty Zambezi River. These luxuriously furnished rooms are fitted with king size beds and Victorian style en-suite bathrooms. A private patio completes the deluxe appeal of the room. The patio is protected from the elements with a sliding door, appropriately fitted with refined mosquito netting, allowing for an extra sleeping and lounge area. Cool pastels mirror the colours of the outdoor scenery.

Paraplegic rooms – The paraplegic rooms reflect the textures and moods of the majestic Zambezi river. There are two paraplegic rooms – one with a king size bed and another with two single beds. These luxuriously furnished rooms are fitted with a comfortable shower stool with rails for easy accessibility. A private veranda completes the deluxe appeal of the room.

Luxury suite – These extend a superior exhibition of style and elegance to its guests, via classic and luxurious décor. These suites incorporate the natural textures of the surrounding Zambezi environment, with impeccable furnishings such as a king sized bed and Victorian style en-suite bathroom, dressing area, separate lounge, wet bar and private veranda.

Presidential suite – This is a testament to the immaculate class and style that is so prevalent throughout the hotel. The luxuriously appointed suite consists of a king sized bed, a Victorian style en-suite bathroom with a Victorian tub, twin vanities and walk in shower. Other luxury features include a dressing area, separate lounge, dining area and a private veranda.

The Lounge and Travelers' Bar caters for high teas and drinks against a backdrop of grand paintings of David Livingstone and décor harking back to an age of exploration and adventure. High Tea is served every day at 15h00 and it's simply unmissable. With restaurants and bars overlooking the mighty Zambezi and majestic Victoria Falls, you can expect nothing short of the best from these Royal Livingstone dining options.

High Tea – The tradition of high tea is celebrated daily at 15h00 at the Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara. Enjoy a selection of scrumptious cakes and confectionaries and the Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara's famous carrot cake.

Monkey Tree – According to African folklore, trees have their own spirits. The famous Monkey Tree will conjure up a spirit of romance and freedom as you enjoy a unique, 5-star candlelit dinner under its canopy.

The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara ‘s Dining Room – the dining room is the perfect start and end to a day of adventure. This fine à la carte restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in an indoor or outdoor setting. The chef caters for traditional European tastes, but also places a strong emphasis on a menu that will bring you the tastes of Zambia and a strong Indian influence to the menu.

The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara’s lounge – The lounge is the perfect place to soak up the paintings of Sir David Livingstone, hand-drawn maps of his African travels, and an array of artefacts and books that inspire a sense of adventure and travel.

The Travellers Bar – Every traveller needs a place to unwind, so celebrate the end of your adventure-filled day with cocktails, fine wines and whisky, or the time-honoured gin and tonic to a background of live piano music.

Royal Livingstone Boardroom – This classic executive boardroom can seat up to 12 attendees and is located in the lobby area of The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara.

Royal Livingstone Lawns – The Royal Lawns at The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara is a magnificent setting for a gala dinner or wedding, able to seat up to 250 in banqueting style. The thundering Victoria Falls can be heard and felt from this incredible venue.

The Stanley Boardroom – The Stanley Boardroom is located in the lobby area of the Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara and can seat up to 10 people.

The Sundecks – Located on the banks of the Zambezi River at the Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara, the sundeck with a capacity of 100 are the perfect location for private functions, intimate weddings, group check-ins, a canapé luncheon, sundowner cocktails and brainstorming sessions. African sunsets are legendary, and so much more a sunset right over the Victoria Falls. The Royal Livingstone's two Sundecks are the perfect location for sundowners. Located right on the Zambezi River, they offer unrivalled views of the river and the thundering Victoria Falls. A sundowner cocktail on one of Royal Livingstone's sundecks is a must do.

The Royal Spa offers massages overlooking the river. You can relax in exquisite tents and in the shade of ancient trees, and feel time slip by with a massage.

If your idea of activity is doing absolutely nothing at all, then any one of the hammocks dotted alongside the river are sure to catch your fancy, or you could laze by the pool right on the banks of the Zambezi River with breath-taking views and a cocktail. You may even see our resident zebras grazing by the pool.

Royal salon

Indulge in the beauty of your natural surroundings while you are pampered inside a tented gazebo overlooking the Zambezi River. You may also request to enjoy the treatments in the comfort of your Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara room. The Royal Spa offers a variety of health and beauty options to keep you relaxed and rejuvenated on your Zambian and Victoria Falls getaway.

Treat yourself to a spa experience right on the banks of the Zambezi River in a private gazebo complete with a mirror at the base of your treatment table to ensure you don't miss a second of the beauty of the surrounds reflected before you, or receive treatments in the comfort of your hotel room.

The staff at the Royal Spa takes great pride in offering world-class treatments with a personalised touch. Treatments include:

• Facials
• Majestic Zambezi balancing facial
• Mosi-oa-Tunya fine mist facial
• Royal Livingstone re-awakening facial
• Golden sunset seduction facial
• Pride of Zambia facial
• Ku'omboko facial experience for men
• Body treatments
• Cool retreat relaxing body package
• Tip of the falls cleansing and balancing package
• The regal uplifting and revitalising package
• ShiTao treatment
• Lwiindi ceremonial treatment
• Massages
• Swedish
• Sports
• Aromatherapy ukuchina
• Back, neck and shoulder
• Poolside foot massages
• Beauty treatments
• Luxury paraffin wax manicure
• Handprint of the wild manicure
• Luxury paraffin wax pedicure
• Footprints in the sand pedicure
• A hairstylist is also available upon request