Our African Abode.

Relax. Rejuvenate. Restore.

Mbano Manor Hotel is a luxury 5-star boutique hotel in Victoria Falls. Mbano offers a unique experience & is nestled in an ancient African teak forest. Our hotel is family-owned & independently run. Discover a unique blend of rich cultural history & world-class hospitality at the majestic Victoria Falls.

Mbano is the preferred destination of choice for travelers seeking a unique & exclusive safari experience in Victoria Falls. A stay at Mbano Manor Hotel, is a memory that will be with you forever!

Welcome to Mbano, an ode to my Family

Decades ago, a young African girl embarked on her first trip to Victoria Falls. As she posed for a photo with her father and sister against the backdrop of the thundering waterfalls, never could she imagine what was to come. That moment sparked a dream in her heart. That dream is now Mbano Manor Hotel, a bespoke luxury five-star hotel, set in a forest at Victoria Falls.

Now a Mother, Grandmother, Businesswoman & Hotelier – Dr Matifadza Martha Nyazema is our Founder and Owner.

She is the African woman who owns a forest.

I invite you to visit Mbano for a vacation that immerses the senses & awakens your spirit. Some of the most valuable things in this world cannot be bought, they have to be lived. I welcome you to what I know will become your African Home away from home.

Secluded Luxury Inspired by Nature

More than just a safari lodge whilst offering a unique safari experience!

18 private luxury suites & 1 presidential villa, nestled in an ancient African teak tree forest. Our tranquil suite-only boutique hotel offers world-class hospitality to travelers seeking luxury accommodation in Victoria Falls. The new Mutota Forest Villa offers presidential luxury & enhanced privacy for the VIP visitor or romantic honeymoon couple.

Experience the Majestic Victoria Falls

Mbano Manor Hotel is conveniently located within close proximity of the Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Victoria Falls is a bucket-list paradise, offering an abundance of leisure pursuits and adventure tourism activities, with options including sightseeing at the iconic Victoria Falls, river safaris, helicopter excursions, game drives in nearby parks, white water rafting, bungee jumping and more.

Presidential Luxury for the VIP Traveller

Southern Africa’s newest presidential safari villa, the Mutota Forest Villa, is now open. The masterpiece Mutota Forest Villa offers the discerning traveler an understated, yet intimate luxury safari experience, in Victoria Falls. The villa is ideal for VIP travelers who want to stay at an exclusive-use property that offers privacy, discretion & security in the middle of the serene African forest. Enjoy over 200 square metres of generous living space, overlooking a private garden, and surrounded by the Zambezi teak forest. Key features of the villa include a private entrance for your drivers & security detail, plunge pool, outdoor his & hers showers & dedicated butler & concierge service.

Exclusive Luxury in the African Forest

A masterpiece design, the new Mbano Manor Hotel was carefully designed to ensure minimal disruption of the original teak tree forest. The design is classic-chic, crafted around bungalow architecture, traditional shutters, abundant spaces and generous verandas from which to enjoy the rich natural setting. Interiors boast effortless comfort with modern amenities, and thoughtful touch points to guarantee a luxury stay. Ancient teak trees dominate the large forest setting, with pathways linking public areas and the luxury suites.

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  • star ratingA MUST stay! - 5 STARS!!! I would give it 10 if the ratings allowed. We were greeted and treated as though we were royalty every day of our stay including... read more

    avatar thumb Chef R
    November 1, 2025

    star ratingLuxurious Living Amongst Nature - What an incredible experience! Each villa feels like plush living in the middle of the jungle with every intricate and luxurious detail. The staff was extremely welcoming and ensured that... read more

    avatar thumb Carol W
    November 1, 2025

    star ratingWorld class experience!!! - Absolutely AMAZING staff and property! We were given a warm welcome at check in. The rooms are lovely and private. The food is absolutely delicious. Can’t... read more

    avatar thumb DC F
    November 1, 2025

    star ratingLike being at home!! - Beautiful rooms, and AWESOME customer service from owner, staff, and drivers. mucho Thanks for facilitating a memorable experience.

    avatar thumb Kimberly B
    November 1, 2025
  • star ratingA must try oasis - A very peaceful setting, close to the town, the falls and the airport. Staff was lovely, rooms were big and I enjoyed the dinners at the restaurant. The cauliflower steak... read more

    avatar thumb Mihaela M
    November 1, 2025

    star ratingA wonderful boutique hotel! - Mbano Manor Hotel is a very nice boutique hotel in an area of Victoria Falls that is all relatively new. The grounds are nicely landscaped with a natural feeling. The... read more

    avatar thumb Michael K
    October 1, 2025

    star ratingAmazing - We stayed for two nights and our only regret is not having stayed longer. Lovely rooms and excellent service. A true gem. The breakfast was lovely. Sadly we did not... read more

    avatar thumb Eric C
    September 1, 2025

    star ratingBeautiful setting - This is a very nice hotel with beautiful lodges set amongst the trees so a lovely setting. The pool was quite small but we did feel the communal areas... read more

    avatar thumb Paula S
    September 1, 2025

The Mbanor Manor is a very nice lodge located in a suburb of Victoria Falls. I had assumed that it was in an isolated area but it’s actually in... read more

Jeff K Avatar Jeff K

Exceptional! Service, food, suite… all 5* and then some. There are quite a few lodges in the surrounding area but most are quite “built up” with less greenery/... read more

Odette B Avatar Odette B

Very quiet and luxurious hotel. Rooms are spacious and well decorated with everything needed or wanted. Staff are friendly and helpful. Very few people staying. The restaurant has good food... read more

Bob B Avatar Bob B

The service in this hotel is spectacular. Front of house, waiters, chefs: all are excellent and friendly. A very comfortable and comforting experience which allowed us to have a lovely... read more

CHRIS M Avatar CHRIS M

We staied very well in Mbano Hotel, the lodge is big and comfortable. A plus from other lodges they had mosquito net around the bed enclosing also the bedtables. Fortunately... read more

Giulio Tempesta Avatar Giulio Tempesta

Quiet place |Super clean|Staff were very welcoming |The room was great|Definitely a place to go|The different activities were easy to book with the reception |We did the helicopter tour and... read more

Baptiste H Avatar Baptiste H

Wonderful! Beautiful, private, great food, and very close to Victoria Falls. The hotel rooms are very large, with a well organized bathroom, nice air conditioning, and a mosquito net on... read more

Alessandro B Avatar Alessandro B

Mbano is a world class stay at a must see travel destination. The staff are truly incomparable and pay attention to every detail. …

Joshua T Avatar Joshua T

We absolutely loved this hotel! 10/10 would recommend this to anyone. The service was phenomenal. The staff was very attentive to our needs and helped us navigate Zimbabwe as it... read more

Julie S Avatar Julie S

This is how you spell L U X U R Y!!! |I was in the hood so I thought I would scout a nice lodge for next year’s VicFalls Marathon.... read more

Phillip K Avatar Phillip K

The Mbano Manor is one of the best places I’ve ever stayed. It is extremely clean, beautiful and comfortable. It looks every bit as good as the pictures on the... read more

Lisa F Avatar Lisa F

I truly enjoyed my stay at Mano Manor. It is a beautiful property with excellent staff, food, and accommodations. The staff is so courteous and attentive. Great food as well.... read more

Lynn B Avatar Lynn B

We were eight friends traveling together who spent three nights at Mbano. What a beautiful space and property, but Mbano’s greatest asset is the lovely staff, who were so warm... read more

Heather S Avatar Heather S

We stayed at the hotel for 4 days, the staff were very helpful and friendly. The restaurant was excellent, and the Chefs (John) recommendations suited our taste. …

malcgrogan Avatar malcgrogan

Brilliant hotel, very friendly and helpful staff I enjoyed staying there. Best service. The food was very nice and things were organised really well. The gift was nice aswell, and... read more

Rachel H Avatar Rachel H

Our stay at Mbano Manor has been wonderful. The staff, service, food, and amenities are so amazing. The hospitality is way above average. They are beautiful people with great personalities.... read more

Gary C Avatar Gary C