Jollyboys Backpackers Reviews

Don't know how you would fix the prob but intermitent internet a real problem.

Relaxing, energizing, friendly, comfortable, filled with good spirits--that's how I would describe Jollyboys. I stayed closed to the center, in the "backpackers" (vs. "camp") section, and was an older solo traveller among a range of people: students, backpackers, couples, retired couples. I was willing to spend more for an en suite room (yet still save money over other options) and was very pleased. The staff is excellent, and the facilities are very good.

Why ? I did not have time to ask my money back. I have made an error (my plane left on the 31th at 00 20) and you have made an error by making me to pay 2 days. it was not an error in the exchange but an error in dates. I asked you to stay one more night when I arrived the 29 : so it meant until 30 but on the invoice it is written 2 days more. When I discovered the 2 errors i had no time to discuss with the black girl at the counter. I left in five minutes the hostel.

Great all in one, being able to book all tours and activities right at hostel. Enjoyed our stay very much. Free pick up at airport upon arrival very convenient.

other than the self catering facilities...maybe new hobs?? :) amazing place to stay...been there 3 times so far and looking forward for my next time already

I had the pleasure of staying with 3 friends at JollyBoys for a few days in January. The staff were welcoming and helpful, our room was clean and comfortable (no bedbugs! yay!) and the facilities were great (Internet, shop, cafe, pool, travel agent and endless books and boardgames on loan all within the hostel). The location is perfect - central to everything, and the vibe is warm, friendly and chilled. Perfect place to stay!

Always very helpful when I stay.

The self-catering kitchen was quite poor. The hot plates don't work well at all and the refrigerator was always packed to the brim. We constantly had to search for forks when we wanted to eat as well.

The kitckhen and the bathroom should be cleaner. only one fan in the room , it get very hot at the night.

I have mixed feelings on this place. The actual hostel had a nice structure - pool, lounge area, bar, restaurant and internet cafe. However, the dorm room was infested with bugs and a cat crept into the room in the middle of the night. The noise from the bar carried, so for those of us who weren't in Zambia simply to party it was difficult to get a nights sleep. I came out of the shower to find one of the staff riffling through my make make up bag. We were transferred to the airport in truck.

Bed Bugs and No Mosquito nets. Really Jolly Boys. Huge disappointment. I got attacked and surprised I didn't get Malaria again. Wash or even burn your sheets.

Ik heb het verblijf als zeer plezierig ervaren!! Ik sliep in een dorm met 16 personen, heb dit nog nooit eerder gedaan (ik ben 53 jaar) en het is me zeer goed bevallen!! Ontspannen sfeer, gezellig, je kon je eigen gang gaan. Je kon er koken maar ook eten bestellen. Je werd er helemaal "vrij" gelaten, ik voelde me erg ontspannen. En dicht bij de fantastische Victoria Falls!O

Was pleasantly suprise with the atomsphere and friendlyness of staff. Good service and good value for money. Thank you

We really liked the atmosphere. We were traveling and spending vacation time with our daughter who is a peace Corp volunteer in Namibia, so there were my wife, myself and our two daughters (ages 27 & 25). We were needing some sleep and ended up with a couple neighbors who were a little loud during the night -- drinking and boisterous - but otherwise we enjoyed the place. We also didn't have enough time to really settle in and take advantage of the relaxing environment that is provided.

Nice place , friendly staff , probably a bit overpriced

If you're after a lively stay, this the place to be! Don't come here though if you want peaceful surroundings!

The best experience so far, we keep coming back:) perfect location, close to town and all activities you want to do weather is rafting on the mighty Zambezi or going for the lunar rainbow the staff will sort it out for you. We stayted for a long time and have never had any problems, always felt safe and well looked after.Good people,good,party, good food, good times:) Thank you guys, we'll be back

Excellent place. Keep up the good work guys!

LOVED Jollyboys lodge..I also spent a night at the camp, which was somewhat less awesome. My only recommendation--soap for the bathroom sinks!

I've been in many hostels worldwide, and Jollyboys is within average. Cheap, clean and fun, with very nice and helpful staff.