Mapalo Lodge

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Che Joy Zambia IA
7.8 (11 reviews)
7th Street, 9707 Chudleigh, Lusaka, Lusaka , Lusaka , ZM
260-954607695

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Facilities

Free breakfast
Health or beauty spa nearby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Free breakfast
Wedding services
Wheelchair accessible parking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean room
Reliable transport
Cons:
Breakfast additional fee

Categories

Cleanliness
8.41
Room was clean with fresh linens.
Service
8.38
Checked in early with no problems; reliable transport to and from airport.
Location
8.42
Reliable transport to and from airport.
Room Quality
7.37
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
7.4
Breakfast was additional fee.
Value for Money
7.36
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
7.41
Breakfast was additional fee.
Overall Experience
7.68
Overall, a satisfactory stay with minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 00:39

Property Description

Recreational Amenities:
Ease yourself by the outdoor pool or enjoy the scenic view from the garden.

Dining and Drinks:
Indulge in delectable meals at the hotel's restaurant, grab a drink at the bar/lounge, or opt for room service.

Convenience and Comfort:
Benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi, wedding services, and a hearty buffet breakfast. Expect services like a 24-hour front desk, airport shuttle, and free parking.

Book now for a fulfilling stay at Mapalo Lodge, conveniently located in Lusaka's business district near top attractions.

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 11 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.41
Service: 8.38
Location: 8.42
Room Quality: 7.37
Amenities: 7.4
Value for Money: 7.36
Food and Beverage: 7.41
Overall Experience: 7.68
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PETER
6
Pros:

Check-in took too long, requested extra bed was not arranged so had to wait around 30 mins. Breakfast was lacking & staff not attentive. A/C worked well and powerful (hot) shower but no soap or other amenities provided. Pool closed for refurb (not mentioned before). Noise from adjoining bar. Reception did find us a good taxi for trip out to Kalima reptile park and back to airport.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Lance
8
Pros:

Room was clean with fresh linens. Checked in early with no problems. Reliable transport to and from airport. Had to go to restaurant for wifi. Breakfast was addititional fee.

2025-09-02 • via Nuitee
G
GABRIEL
10
Pros:

We enjoyed our family room at the Mapalo Lodge. The staff took care of all our requests promptly, bringing us extra pillows and blankets. We also enjoyed the breakfast and the pork chops for dinner are highly recommended!

2025-06-17 • via Nuitee
G
Gabriel
8
Pros:

Friendly staff!

2025-06-11 • via Nuitee
H
Hennie
6
Average stay, good enough for 1 night
Pros:

We only stayed for 1 night. We had a large room, big enough for the four of us. Breakfast was included, no vegan options as I did ask for prior to our stay. Dinner was average and cheap.

2024-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Rein
8
Lusaka is a laid back low-rise walkable city.
Pros:

The property was under construction outside, with new guest rooms being added. Our room was huge and comfortable, but basic in it's features, especially the washroom. The staff were flawless, polite and helpful in every way. The food was simple but served very hot and tasty and everything was spotlessly clean throughout. Loved the thatch-roofed bar out back.

2024-03-12 • via Nuitee
S
Simon
6
Pros:

Good basic place to stop over in Lusaka if you don't want a Western Hotel Chain.
Clean with working aircon. WiFi sketchy.

2023-10-16 • via Nuitee
D
DONNA
10
Pros:

Friendliness and clean

2022-10-20 • via Nuitee
A
ALAN
10
Pros:

Part of my return trip from South Africa due to business and well received

2022-09-02 • via Nuitee
A
ALAN
10
Pros:

Layover stay on a further business trip to South Africa and well received

2022-09-02 • via Nuitee
K
Kalaba • family_with_children
8
Pros:

Good and professional staff. Clean place overall. The only problem is the bar goes very late with some noise that might affect one's sleep quality.

2022-06-02 • via Nuitee