Chobe Water Villas, LivingstoneChobe Water Villas in Livingstone, Zambia has a corrected score of 4.1 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 2 of 12 hotels we score in Livingstone. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction: Booking.com 4.4, Tripadvisor 4.5. Rooms from about $830 a night (cached, not a live quote).Chobe Water Villas is an all-inclusive lodge situated on the banks of the Chobe River within the Kasika Conservancy in Namibia's Zambezi Region. The property consists of 16 water villas featuring private decks and contemporary interiors. Guests can access an infinity pool, a full-service spa, a gym, and a library. Dining takes place at the 36-seat African Boma restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The lodge is suited to travellers seeking river views and safari activities via private boat transfers. While the setting is remote, transfers are organised from four serviced airports to the Kasane immigration point. WiFi is only available in public areas.What stands out

All-inclusive dining and drinks

Private decks with river views

On-site spa and gym

River safari boat trips

Watch out for

WiFi limited to public areas

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