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Flintstones Backpackers

Property class: 1.5

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An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and benches, a thatched-roof structure, and a striped umbrella. - Flintstones Backpackers (Lusaka)
A narrow hallway with cream-colored walls and dark wood trim. A door with a decorative panel is visible at the end of the hallway. - Flintstones Backpackers (Lusaka)
A room with two beds, a colorful headboard, a fan, and a window with bars. - Flintstones Backpackers (Lusaka)
A yellow building with a tiled roof, a paved walkway, and several windows with metal bars. - Flintstones Backpackers (Lusaka)
A pool table with balls, a bar area with bottles, and a sign indicating 'NO CREDIT'. - Flintstones Backpackers (Lusaka)
Consider a stay at Flintstones Backpackers and take advantage of a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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Room options

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A bed with a multicolored headboard, a bedside table with a vase, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Three wooden bunk beds with mosquito netting, arranged in a row with a plain wall and carpeted floor.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (10 Beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a standing fan, and a window with curtains.

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Three wooden bunk beds with mosquito netting, arranged in a row with a plain wall and carpeted floor.

Shared Dormitory, Men only (10 Beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (10 Beds)

Three wooden bunk beds with mosquito netting, arranged in a row with a plain wall and carpeted floor.

Shared Dormitory, Women only (10 Beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Exclusive Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Lusaka is home to Flintstones Backpackers. Lusaka City Market and Soweto Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lusaka National Park and Freedom Statue. Lechwe Trust Art Gallery and Game Rangers International Elephant Orphanage Project are also worth visiting. Visit our Lusaka travel guide
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Plot 9965, Makanta Close, Off Makishi Road, Fairview, Lusaka

What's nearby

  • A statue of a man with raised arms in front of a building with vertical lines and the word "FREEDOM" on the gate.
    Freedom Statue
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Lechwe Trust Art Gallery
    2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Lusaka City Market
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Chilenje House
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Lusaka National Museum
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coffee talk
    18 min walk
  • Mpoto Yathu
    15 min walk
  • KFC
    3 min drive
  • Halawi Fried Chicken
    14 min walk
  • Bombay Lounge
    11 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 11:00 AM

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 14 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per room (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Flintstones Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Flintstones Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Flintstones Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Flintstones Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 30 per room applies.

Where is Flintstones Backpackers located?

Situated in Lusaka, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lechwe Trust Art Gallery, Chilenje House, and Freedom Statue. Lusaka National Museum and Lusaka City Market are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Flintstones Backpackers Reviews

6.0

5.4

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

5.8

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great area it’s near everything
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jouni

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Budget boende nära centrum

Litet rum, obekväm säng. Toalett, TV, dörrar mm. fungerade uselt. Ej speciellt rent. Läget är bra dvs nära centrum. Billigt budget boende nära centrum.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap accomodation in Lusaka

Great option if you're on a very tight budget
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

brenda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awful experience

The hostel needs to take extra effort in the cleanliness of their premises..very run down and the workers make so much noise in morning no courtesy for guests.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

YOSHINORI

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024