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Mapalo Lodge

3.5 star property
Hotel in Lusaka with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor wedding area
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Outdoor wedding area
Executive Room
Property entrance

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

Explore the area

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7th Street, 9707 Chudleigh, Lusaka, Lusaka
  • Place, Mulungushi Confrence Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kenneth Kaunda International Conference Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, National Assembly of Zambia
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room

Executive Room

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Lusaka

At Mapalo Lodge you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Munali Mall and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from EastPark Mall. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Lusaka hotel, you'll be 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Nu Metro Arcades Mall and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Pakati Sunday Market.

What's nearby

  • Pakati Sunday Market - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Mulungushi Confrence Centre - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Kenneth Kaunda International Conference Centre - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • National Assembly of Zambia - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Parays Game Ranch - 9 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chicagos Reloaded - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Milla’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sangalala - A good time - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪flame - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Mapalo Lodge

Hotel in Lusaka with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Mapalo Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly Mapalo Lodge also features a garden, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Lusaka hotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2014
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Mapalo Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features complimentary bottles of water and free toiletries. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead. This Lusaka hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mapalo Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Mapalo Lodge Hotel
Mapalo Lodge Lusaka
Mapalo Lodge Hotel Lusaka

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Mapalo Lodge?

Yep, Mapalo Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Mapalo Lodge?

As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mapalo Lodge on 3 Nov 2025 start from NZ$125.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Mapalo Lodge have a pool?

Mapalo Lodge has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

What makes Mapalo Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Mapalo Lodge.

Does Mapalo Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mapalo Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mapalo Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Mapalo Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Mapalo Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Reviews

Mapalo Lodge Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GABRIEL

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rein

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Emmanuel

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Simon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good basic place to stop over in Lusaka if you don't want a Western Hotel Chain. Clean with working aircon. WiFi sketchy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DONNA, SACRAMENTO

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendliness and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Part of my return trip from South Africa due to business and well received
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Layover stay on a further business trip to South Africa and well received
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kalaba

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Hennie

Travelled with family

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024