Swain-selected stayVictoria Falls, Southern AfricaThe Palm River HotelA distinctive base for a journey designed around you.Selected by our Destination ExpertsExploreThe storyGalleryExperiencesPlan your stayThe stayWhat to know about this stay.The Palm River Hotel was offers unparalleled luxury accommodation without compromising a sense of home comfort, situated along the banks of the iconic Zambezi River, among towering indigenous trees and only 2.4 miles from Africa’s Natural World Wonder, Victoria Falls – so close, in fact, that on a clear, quiet day you can hear the thunder and see the spray of the mighty waterfall from your room. The innovative blend of traditional East-Coast Australian design and the unique landscape of the upper Zambezi River has resulted in a brand new and distinctive landmark for Victoria Falls. A hotel that is aesthetic and functional, modern and timeless, cosmopolitan and perfectly suited to the local environment. Enjoy a fusion fare within the hotel’s grand dining hall, encompassed by tall ceilings, classic parquet flooring and large sliding doors that open out onto an idyllic riverfront vista. The dining hall flows onto a veranda space and onto an al fresco dining area, sheltered by tall ceilings that merge with the canopy of trees. The refreshing and airy dining spaces are complemented by sweeping garden views framed by cobbled pathways leading directly down to the Zambezi River beyond. A closer lookThe Palm River Hotel, in detail.View all 12 photosBeyond the stayExperiences nearbyRa-Ikane River CruisesA luxury Ra-Ikane River Cruise on historic and intimate cruise boats offers Breakfast, Birdwatching, Lunch and Sunset cruises on the Zambezi River. The calming and relaxing cruises launch from the jetty site located in front of the hotel.Tour of Victoria FallsA tour of the ‘Smoke That Thunders’, is an unforgettable experience, worthy of any Bucket List. Victoria Falls TownMeander through the vibrant town, located just 10-minutes’ drive (complimentary shuttle bus available) from Palm River Hotel. Explore the Elephant’s Walk shopping village peppered with a variety of curio shops, a popular café with a peaceful indoor courtyard surrounded by beautiful flowers. Endless AdventuresVictoria Falls is deemed ‘Africa’s Adventure Capital’ offering everything from helicopter flights above the Falls, high-wire activities over the 394-foot gorges or white-water rafting the rapids beyond the World Wonder, Victoria Falls waterfall. Adventure also awaits within the 5 National Parks within 62 miles of Victoria Falls, offering unmatched game viewing in untouched wilderness areas. Plan with SwainAdd The Palm River Hotel to your journey.Tell us where you want to go and how you like to travel. We will recommend the right route, length of stay, and experiences.Start planning →