Royal Chundu, LivingstoneRoyal Chundu in Livingstone, Zambia has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 8 of 12 hotels we score in Livingstone. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.5 before correction. Rooms from about $2,100 a night (cached, not a live quote).Royal Chundu comprises two separate lodges, River Lodge and Island Lodge, situated one hour upstream from Victoria Falls. This boutique property offers ten air-conditioned suites set within private bushland and landscaped gardens. Guests have views of the Zambezi River and the Matetsi Reserve plains. The hotel provides all-inclusive dining and drinks, alongside a spa, swimming pool, and gym. It suits travellers seeking seclusion and high-end service in a natural setting. Because the lodges are split between the river and the island, guests may find the layout requires more movement between different areas of the property.What stands out

All-inclusive food and drinks

Private river views

On-site spa and gym

Secluded bush setting

Watch out for

Split lodge layout

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Chobe Water Villas, Livingstone: 4.1 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $830 a night. 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.

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