Mapalo Lodge

Property class: 3.5
Lusaka hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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When visiting Lusaka, Mapalo Lodge is a great choice to consider. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a children's pool and a garden.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Wedding services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $78
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7th Street, 9707 Chudleigh, Lusaka, Lusaka

What's nearby

  • Munali Mall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mulungushi Confrence Centre - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • National Assembly of Zambia - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Lusaka City Market - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Lusaka National Park - 26 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.) - 30 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Banchan - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Chef - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chicagos Reloaded - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Portico Cucina Italiana - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dacapo - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Mapalo Lodge

  • When visiting Lusaka, Mapalo Lodge is a great choice to consider. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a children's pool and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • 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 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Built in 2014
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Grab bar in shower

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 40 per vehicle (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Mapalo Lodge Hotel
Mapalo Lodge Lusaka
Mapalo Lodge Hotel Lusaka

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Mapalo Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Mapalo Lodge?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Mapalo Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Mapalo Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 40 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mapalo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Mapalo Lodge and nearby?

Mapalo Lodge has an outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Mapalo Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.

Does Mapalo Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Mapalo Lodge like?

Mapalo Lodge is located a short 14-minute walk from Munali Mall.

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Reviews

Mapalo Lodge Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Exceptional

Great meals and comfortable
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10/10 Exceptional

The service was absolutely fantastic and I felt in love with their management
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
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8/10 Very good

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.
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6/10 Good

Average stay, good enough for 1 night

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.
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8/10 Very good

Lusaka is a laid back low-rise walkable city.

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.
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff!
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10/10 Exceptional

Layover stay on a further business trip to South Africa and well received
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10/10 Exceptional

Part of my return trip from South Africa due to business and well received
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendliness and clean
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8/10 Very good

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.
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6/10 Good

Good basic place to stop over in Lusaka if you don't want a Western Hotel Chain. Clean with working aircon. WiFi sketchy.
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6/10 Good

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.
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4/10 Fair

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10/10 Exceptional

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6/10 Good