Protea Hotel by Marriott Lusaka International Airport

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Protea Hotels by Marriott
8.2 (262 reviews)
Lot 947/M, Kenneth Kuanda International Airport, Airport Road, Lusaka-Zambia , Lusaka , zm

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Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Fence around pool
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location close to the airport
Excellent breakfast offerings
Cons:
Cleanliness issues with cockroaches
Staffing inefficiencies during check-in

Categories

Cleanliness
7.54
There were reports of cockroaches and small milipedes in the room, affecting the overall perception of cleanliness.
Service
8.51
Service was generally positive, though there were issues with staff efficiency and professionalism.
Location
8.55
Located close to the airport, highly convenient for travel purposes.
Room Quality
7.5
While modern and elegant, issues with bed configuration highlight a need for improvement.
Amenities
8.53
Amenities such as breakfast and bar offerings were well-received, although some items were reportedly missing.
Value for Money
8.19
Given the price point, some aspects did not meet the expectations, but it was still a fair value overall.
Food and Beverage
8.54
Breakfast was described as excellent with a lot of choices, greatly enhancing the experience.
Overall Experience
8.21
Despite some negatives, the overall experience was positive, aligning with the average rating of the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 03:51

Property Description

Outdoor Swimming Pool and Garden: Enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool surrounded by lush greenery.

Dining Options: Indulge in delicious meals and drinks at the on-site restaurant and bar.

Convenient Location: Close proximity to Lusaka South Country Club and Chilanga Golf Club, with easy access to Lusaka Golf Club and Lusaka National Museum.

To book your stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Lusaka International Airport and experience these fantastic amenities, make your reservation now.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 262 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.54
Service: 8.51
Location: 8.55
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 8.53
Value for Money: 8.19
Food and Beverage: 8.54
Overall Experience: 8.21
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Ross • extended_group • za
9
Pros:

Convenient location at the airport

Cons:

Location was perfect

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Very close to rhe airport

Cons:

Slow service in the restaurant

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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GEORGINE • solo_traveller • us
10
Great accommodations and enjoyed the property very much.
Pros:

Clean. Very comfortable! Spacious room comfortable bed and very nice bathroom.

The half wall in bathtub is not great at keeping the water in and off the floor when showering but everything else was great!

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Carolina • couple • za
10
2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Oscar • couple • zm
6
Our stay was ok. The hotel is near the airport which is quite convenient especially if you have a connecting flight the
Pros:

The property is right at the airport

Cons:

For the price we paid, they should have done better with the toilet paper.
They should also work on cobwebs in the dining area.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Oudeman • solo_traveller • nl
10
Fantastisch verblijf in protea hotel
Pros:

Dat ik er in de nacht terecht kon

Cons:

Er viel niets tegen was allemaal perfect

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Manny • solo_traveller • za
6
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Manny • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • solo_traveller • se
7
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Hanna • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Vitaly Kuzmov • solo_traveller • lv
1
Cons:

This hotel tries to deceive its customers in every way possible. I paid for the hotel in advance and received confirmation of payment. But when I arrived at the hotel, they told me I hadn't made a reservation and that I wasn't in their database. After a heated argument, the receptionist finally assigned me a room.
When I checked out, the receptionists and Booking.com decided to make money for themselves by writing on the bill that I stayed one night less, even though that's incorrect. When I call or email the hotel, they keep talking to me until I mention the word "invoice." Then they immediately say they can't hear me and hang up.
The hotel room isn't safe either. Electrical switches have exposed wires. The quality of room can see on pictures.

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Rosalyn • solo_traveller • gb
8
Ideal for travellers
Pros:

Perfectly close to the airport and the shuttle is a bonus!

Cons:

the time room service food delivery takes

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Andrei • couple • ru
9
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Richard Ziki • solo_traveller • zw
10
Pros:

The service ,ambience and location was a mere 300 metres from the airport

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Louis • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Carsten Hollaender • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Sam • solo_traveller • mw
9
It was an excellence value for money layover in Lusaka. I would do it again!
Pros:

Excellent and friendly staff. Cleanliness of the room

Cons:

N/A

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Claire • extended_group • zw
8
Very comfortable and conveniently located very close to the airport. The cost is too much.
Pros:

Pretty average.

Cons:

Breakfast was average - clearly a restock of items was due as the cheeses were dry, old and moldy. This was our experience on Monday 19th January 2026.

2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Allan David • solo_traveller • mu
7
Pros:

Room comfortable,

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee