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Hotel Africana

3.5 star property
Hotel in Lusaka with free breakfast and a 24-hour business center

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Balcony
Lobby sitting area
Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Hotel Africana, in the city's heart, offers a generous breakfast buffet. The restaurant serves local and international cuisine, with a bar for evening drinks. Guests enjoy WiFi, a business center, an outdoor pool, and coffee or tea in the lobby.

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 5 - Sep 6
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Tomorrow

Sep 6 - Sep 7
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Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Lusaka is home to Hotel Africana. Lusaka National Park and Freedom Statue reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Parays Game Ranch and Game Rangers International Elephant Orphanage Project. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like ecotours and horse riding, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around Lusaka.
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Map
Plot 33278 Kafue Road, Lusaka, Lusaka Province

What's nearby

  • Lusaka City Market - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Lusaka National Museum - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Freedom Statue - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Parays Game Ranch - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • National Assembly of Zambia - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Lion Intercity - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sila’s Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Lion - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Hotel Africana

Property highlights
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at Hotel Africana. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Africana, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in, and wedding services
  • A porter/bellhop, a TV in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Africana have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVRs
  • Wardrobes/closets, patios, and separate sitting areas

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Africana

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (129 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVR

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 8:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZMW 700 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZMW 600 (one-way), (from 3 to 12 years old)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Africana Hotel
Hotel Africana Lusaka
Hotel Africana Hotel Lusaka

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Africana have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Africana pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Africana?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Africana?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Africana?

Check-out is at 8:30 AM.

Does Hotel Africana provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZMW 700 per person applies.

Where is Hotel Africana located?

Situated in Lusaka, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lusaka City Market, Soweto Market, and Freedom Statue. Lusaka National Museum and Chilenje House are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Hotel Africana Reviews

Reviews

5.8
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