Fawlty Towers Reviews

A good, convenient place to stay in Livingstone.The rooms in the chalets are small and a bit claustrophobic if two are sharing. The staff are very helpful. The internet was not free (as it claims in the guidebook)but $2 for 30 minutes. A shopping mall across the road has ATM machines, supermarket, coffee shops etc.

The cooking facilities were very poor as i had to leave a deposit in the bar every time i wanted to cook, to be able to borrow pots and pans, cutlery, plates etc. Very difficult and complicated to cook. And still there werent sufficient amounts of cooking utensils. This actually made us leave as it was such a hassle to cook. Big pity cause otherwise the place is nice, quiet, not so many youngsters... beautiful setting.

The hostel facilities, staff and cleanliness were ideal. I would also say the location was the best part of it. I would only change a few very small things. 1. online banking system does not work, so that needs to be adjusted. I think more people would be willing to stay if they new of the system 2. more lightning in the rooms 3. airport drop off. 4. tea in the evenings as well

Lovely, helpful staff. There's a travel/tourist centre in the hostel, and they arranged trips for us. Security was excellent, with secure parking. Decent sized pool, and quiet relaxing atmosphere. Internet dire - but that is not their fault! Free pancakes at 3pm every day!

Nice hostel-- pretty quiet. Staff was very helpful in organizing activities.

We had a great time. Since I was on crutches, getting around was a bit of a challenge, but staff accommodated us well.

Amazing staff, great location!

Great deal, and suprisingly clean linens!

very nice place, perfect for a weekend stay because of proximity to victoria falls. did seem to be a bit of false advertising when it came to certain things however...there is no free wifi and the transport to and from victoria falls is not free either.

Was very quiet the night I was there, perhaps because it was a weekday, or just luck. Otherwise, pretty excellent, but it was the atmosphere I was looking for.

The place was great but we found only one twin room was booked not two as requested on line, so with some moving around we were accommodated...

Excellent choice! Exceeded expectations ... NOT only was the location great (close to town & close to VictoriaFalls); but also - the staff were amazing. Traveling by myself, they made me really feel like family! The different choices & variety of activities were also great: micro light flights, elephant back safaris, biking and bungee! Rick

I was a little disappointed with my stay at Fawlty Towers as the free shuttle from the airport was not available when I arrived and I had to pay for a taxi which was quite expensive and then for my return trip to the airport Fawlty Towers charged me $10 for the shuttle to the airport. I know other hostels offer this service for free. I was disappointed that they also charge you $5 per person to be dropped off at Victoria Falls where again other hostels will drop you off for free.

Forgot to pick me up at airport as promised. Internet does not work in the rooms door lock does not work well the place needs to be cleaned better rooms small shower room has water damage on roof not fixed staff helpful but sometimes appears to be less patient than I would desire

This is the second time I have stayed at Fawlty Towers and have found the staff friendly and helpful each time.

I booked a stay at Fawlty Towers on the basis of its name (!) and a positive listing in a travel guide. It was my first hostel experience for about 25 years and I thoroughly enjoyed my visit. It is a calm, quiet oasis near the centre of Livingstone. The rooms are clean and the facilities good, particularly having a lovely swimming pool. It was very good value for money at the Hostels.com daily rate (but much less so at the official rate for people who have not booked in advance).

I styaed 4 nites and had no complaints. I had the reception book all my tours and found them to be competative with evreyone else. The pool is clean and grounds are nice. I do agree with everyone else that the kitchen is limited they just need to stock it with pots and pans dishes ect. my room was fine and the hot water works. there is a supermarket right accross the street and currency exchange 'good rates' next door and plents of restraunts close by. Jason usa

I stayed at a 5-star guest house in Johannesburg for $72/night right before Fawlty Towers I paid $60 for Tawlty towers and it was unfortunate to see there wasn't even a towel in the room. No shampoo or body wash. Just 1 small bar of soap(thank you). Nobody cleaned my room during the 4 night stay. :( Otherwise it was a really good place with a wonderful staff. All the Guests seemed over 25 so it was pretty quiet. No loud,drunk teenagers. I think I'd stay again if I ever go back.

Overall I think Jollyboys Camp's rooms and facilities were nicer.

Great hostal; really needs to get some airconditioning in the rooms. Great pool area and friendly staff!