What to Expect
Palm River Hotel sits on the banks of the Zambezi outside Victoria Falls, and its restaurant gets rated well above typical hotel food. Thomas (June 2026) found that “every time we ate somewhere else in the falls, it didn't come close to the Palm's food.” CC (December 2025) said the “Restaurant food is excellent and exudes an old world charm,” and Robyn (May 2024) described meals as “fresh and well presented with generous serves,” with a wide selection at breakfast.
Meals often come with wildlife alongside them. Melissa (June 2025) took the sunset river cruise, which included a “food platter with skewers” and views of hippos and crocodiles, and several other reviewers mention warthogs and monkeys wandering the lawns during dinner. Jayd (August 2025) gave “thanks to Soloman for great service during dinner,” a name that comes up alongside general manager Adrian's for running the place well.
A free daily shuttle covers Victoria Falls and other main areas, so the hotel doubles as a base for the wider trip rather than just a place to eat.
Quotes are from Google reviews, credited by first name and month.
The Menu
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What Diners Say
from 367 Google reviews
★★★★★
The Palm River Hotel is quite something. The modern architecture blends beautifully into the natural Zambezi bush. All the staff were friendly and attentive. The food was incredible and every time we ate somewhere else in the falls, it didn't come close to the Palm's food.
★★★★★
Fantastic experience at this property. The staff and management epitomises what top notch service is about. The guided river cruise was world class, the boat captain piloted the vessel with such quiet confidence and consideration for the wild life (I cant say the same for the…
★★★★★
Beautiful hotel with a lawn (with sprinklers and roaming warthogs :)) overlooking the Zambezi. The food is delicious (we had breakfast and dinner at the hotel) and service impeccable. Room was a little dark but functional, quiet and comfortable.
★★★★★
An excellent hotel in a stunning location with Victoria Falls a short drive away. Every member of the hotel team provides outstanding customer service, always smiling, polite and looking to assist in any way they can.
★★★★★
Beautiful hotel, great service. We loved our stay here - you also get the opportunity to see local animals on the grounds throughout the night and day. Food and drinks are amazing also - thanks to Soloman for great service during dinner!! Highly recommend
