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Single Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Room, Multiple Beds

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 8 Max

Room, Multiple Beds (9 Bed Private Dorm)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 9 Max

Double Room, Ensuite

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Single Room Ensuite

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Triple Room, Ensuite

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Jollyboys Backpackers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Livingstone Museum. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and free airport pick-up service are available.

  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Steps from Livingstone Museum and a 3-minute drive from Railway Museum
  • Free airport pick-up shuttle service

Jollyboys Backpackers ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
5.0 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Jollyboys Backpackers

Family (1)
5 out of 5
Sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal. Sauber und ruhige Umgebung

Posted by on 5 Jan 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

6 Jan 2020 by Faith

Hello, Thank you so much for rating us 5 star! You have made us proud to continue working hard in making sure that we maintain high standards. Jolly hugs from the whole team! Wishing you the very best of travels and looking forward to your future stay and hopefully soon! Thank you Faith - General Manager

About the Jollyboys Backpackers

Location 34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone,

Property Features

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A free shuttle from the airport to the hotel is free (available 24 hours). An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Jollyboys Backpackers. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Livingstone hostel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Free airport pick-up; area shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Jollyboys Backpackers offers 30 accommodations with a safe and a ceiling fan. This accommodation is furnished with single sofa beds. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

  • Communal kitchen access
  • Pull-out sofa bed
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Safe
  • Ceiling fan

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to noon.

On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Game viewing nearby
  • Game drive nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Segway rental/tour nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Spa Services

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and manicures and pedicures.

  • Deep tissue massage
  • Swedish massage
  • Number of treatment rooms 2
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 8 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the airport. Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM. To make arrangements for check-in, please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM, please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

Jollyboys Backpackers offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 9 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Long-term renters welcome

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • Front desk opens daily at 7 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8 PM
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on-site
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Long-term renters welcome
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Property is not currently implementing any enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 8 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel Livingstone
  • Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel
  • Jollyboys Backpackers Livingstone
  • Jollyboys Backpackers
  • Jollyboys Backpackers Livingstone
  • Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hostel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 9 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
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