Axel's take: 8.7/10
A strong riverside resort, with dining inconsistencies and recent construction noise to check. A modern five-star resort on the Zambezi River, scored for what it is.
This modern five-star Zambezi resort is a strong pick for combining Victoria Falls outings with time by the pool. Booking.com, Expedia and Trip.com guests consistently praise clean, comfortable rooms, friendly staff and a generous breakfast. River-view terraces are worth prioritizing, while the spa, kids’ club and boat cruises give couples and families plenty to do between excursions.
The main compromise is dining: Tripadvisor guests repeatedly find à la carte meals less convincing than breakfast, particularly for the price. You’ll also need transport for town and the falls. A guest staying September 25–28, 2026 reported overnight construction near the all-day restaurant; management acknowledged the disruption, but its current status is unclear. Confirm that work has finished before booking. We’d skip it if walkable sightseeing or consistently polished luxury dining matters most.
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Best for: couples wanting river views and spa time; families mixing sightseeing with resort days; Victoria Falls visitors comfortable using transfers
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Watch out for: confirm recent overnight construction has finished; uneven à la carte dining; transport needed for town and the falls
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Location: Zambezi riverfront setting; plan on transport rather than walkable sightseeing.
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Rooms: Modern terrace rooms; choose a river-view category rather than assuming every room overlooks the water.
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Cleanliness: A standout strength across Booking.com, Expedia and Trip.com guest feedback.
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Service: Warm, helpful staff draw substantial praise, though complaint handling is not uniformly polished.
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Amenities: Outdoor pools, Amani spa, gym, kids’ club and river cruises make this a full-service resort.
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Fees and surprises: Check breakfast inclusion; early arrival and late departure can incur fees, and recent construction needs confirmation.
Axel's opinion of Radisson Blu Mosi-oa-Tunya Livingstone Resort, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.