What to Expect
Drift Inn is a guesthouse on the edge of Zambezi National Park, and breakfast is the meal reviewers talk about most. Isa (April 2026) found “eggs, fresh fruit, oats, muesli, yogurt, and freshly brewed coffee,” noting that proper coffee is “quite rare in the area, as many places only offer instant coffee, even at breakfast.” Isabella (January 2024) rated breakfast “10/10.”
Malcom (October 2025) said “the food was outstanding” at every meal, and Marta (March 2026) pointed out “an option to have dinner in a lodge next to Drift Inn, which I also warmly recommend” for guests wanting an evening meal.
Some breakfasts come with wildlife: Isa (April 2026) saw elephants across the road on arrival and “again early in the morning during breakfast.” Drift Inn also keeps tea and coffee available around the clock and runs an honesty bar by the pool.
Quotes are from Google reviews, credited by first name and month.
What Diners Say
from 177 Google reviews
★★★★★
We stayed at Drift Inn for three nights and had an amazing experience. The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, and they were very helpful in arranging taxis to Victoria Falls and around town.
★★★★★
My stay at this hotel was incredible. The staff were welcoming and attentive, always ready to help with a smile. The room was spotless, spacious, and so comfortable, with every detail thought through. The food was outstanding—every meal felt special.
★★★★★
Really enjoyed staying at Drift Inn very handy location close to Town and close to the national park. The rooms were very clean and spacious. Impressed with the staff and how helpful they were. They assisted me with tennis and golf bookings. Breakfast 10/10.
★★★★★
I had the most amazing stay in Drift Inn - this lodge is simply beautiful! Staff is warm and welcoming. Their help was indispensable to make my trip to Victoria Falls as memorable as it was. Lodge is just by wildlife corridor, so you cannot walk outside at night.
★★★★★
My wife and I stayed here for 4 nights. Maxwell and Emelia were welcoming and attentive to all our needs.They arranged cabs and a trip to Chobe for us. The rooms were clean and spacious. Breakfast was good. Great veranda and pool in the back with drinks on the honor system.
