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Southern Sun Ridgeway

4.0 star property
Hotel in Lusaka with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Building design
Interior entrance
Garden

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$393
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Cnr. Church Road And Independence Ave, Lusaka, Lusaka, 10101
  • Place, Chilenje House
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lusaka National Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Freedom Statue
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Room

Executive King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Lusaka

At Southern Sun Ridgeway you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lusaka National Museum and Chilenje House. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .The restaurant, Musuku Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. A 24-hour business centre and conference space are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 6 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Lusaka hotel include Freedom Statue and Kabwata Cultural Village.

What's nearby

  • Chilenje House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lusaka National Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Freedom Statue - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kabwata Cultural Village - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Parays Game Ranch - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Lion Intercity - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪3 Trees - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Safari Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Marlin Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mpoto Yathu - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Southern Sun Ridgeway

Hotel in Lusaka with free breakfast and fitness centre
Southern Sun Ridgeway offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Southern Sun Ridgeway. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Lusaka hotel.

  • 155 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Southern Sun Ridgeway offers 155 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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 (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Musuku Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Southern Sun Ridgeway

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 25 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Southern Sun Ridgeway Hotel Lusaka
Southern Sun Ridgeway Hotel
Southern Sun Ridgeway Lusaka
Southern Sun Ridgeway
Southern Sun Ridgeway Lusaka Hotel Lusaka
Holiday Inn Lusaka
Lusaka Holiday Inn
Southern Sun Ridgeway Hotel
Southern Sun Ridgeway Lusaka
Southern Sun Ridgeway Hotel Lusaka

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Southern Sun Ridgeway?

Southern Sun Ridgeway offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Southern Sun Ridgeway?

As of 12 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Sun Ridgeway on 10 Jan 2026 start from NZ$393.03, 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.

Is parking available at Southern Sun Ridgeway?

Yep, Southern Sun Ridgeway has a free self car park.

Does Southern Sun Ridgeway have a pool?

Southern Sun Ridgeway has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Does Southern Sun Ridgeway serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Southern Sun Ridgeway?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Southern Sun Ridgeway?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Southern Sun Ridgeway?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Southern Sun Ridgeway?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Southern Sun Ridgeway Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 143 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prebashnee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient yet quiet city location ideal for a business trip. Staff are friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Wonderful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maud

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduart

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great all round service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Will

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice place for the money in Lusaka. The only beef I had was their poor communication with us regarding the size of rooms we needed. They set us up on the pool deck, and fortunately we had good weather.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maud

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maud

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My spot

My favorite spot in Lusaka, staff are very attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

J

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well managed "Old School" hotel.

Well managed with very good food. I appreciated the transparency of Ross, the manager on the times when the generator needed servicing. It is a very challenging time for Zambia but the hotel is still functioning well.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lei

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and excellent meals
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Favorite

Still remains my favorite hotel of choice when visiting Lusaka. Amazing staff and excellent breafast variety.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Leonce, AMHERST

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient. Good staff service. Food: dinner is great; breakfast lacks fresh fruits (seriously!)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHANGWEN

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHANGWEN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Initially there was a strong smell of bug spray in the hall but that improved.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Marton

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maud

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wednesday Meet & Greet, Evening Come together hosted by the hotel is a great idea,
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Maud

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Workers have an excellent Customer service.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted, Silver Spring

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024