Simonga Vacations from $497

This is a great hotel. Our river view room was spectacular. The staff were friendly. The overall surroundings are brilliant, well maintained, and we saw elephants having lunch in the neighbouring national park from a few feet away (through an electric fence!). It's well located to get into Livingstone and you really can't beat staying right on the banks of the Zambezi. The pool is nice, if slightly smaller than expected, and not heated. The service was sometimes slow. Food was good, not exceptional. But overall, a very positive experience and I'd stay here again if we return to Livingstone.

I stayed at Radisson Blu Livingstone from October 30th to 31st, paid about $395 for one night. We booked two twin beds through Expedia and confirmed by phone. On arrival, we got one large bed, then two narrow beds pushed together. Mosquitoes were everywhere. Breakfast was awful. A waitress said there were no takeaway containers, but her superior found one quickly. She laughed while I complained. Most disturbing was the unequal welcome. As Black guests, we got little warmth, even before any complaint. The same two female staff then greeted a white guest with huge smiles and enthusiasm. It felt discriminated. I raised it with Mr. Mahesh and felt dismissed. The chef was kind, but overall this was unacceptable. I can’t recommend this hotel.

Very helpful staff Food was really good all round Lots of mosquitoes!

I realy do recommend staying here, the accommodation was beautiful, staff so freindly and helpful. The restaurant food was excellent. We saw so many wild animals in and around the river from our luxury tent. The sunset cruise from the hotel was excellent,