Lusaka
Deservedly popular with in-the-know expats and a coterie of international business and government types, the Southern Sun is a no-brainer for those…
Must-see hotels in Zambia
Lusaka
This upmarket and peaceful guesthouse is one of the best in Lusaka, with only a handful of snug en-suite rooms. It used to be a farm and today the…
Zambia
Along the main road in the centre of town is this charming guesthouse that's the best in Serenje. Opening out onto the leafy courtyard are a number of…
Zambia
The best place for independent travellers is this shady campsite and lodge, a short walk out of town near the lake. It has plenty of space for tents as…
Zambia
Marked by two enormous stone carved lions out front, and rather luxurious-looking thatched chalets, Leon's has clean and large rooms that come with…
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Another tented camp with spectacular riverfront views, but Mawimbi's point of difference is its canoe trips offered to guests along the Kafue River. They…
Livingstone
Only a 10-minute walk from the falls, this sprawling resort provides a great base for exploring the area. The kasbah-inspired rooms are vibrant while…
Zambia
The largest of the three Remote Africa camps, Tafika is based in the Nsefu sector, with six comfortable thatch-roofed chalets. Food is top-flight, as is…
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One of the better options in town, Mbambi offers a holiday-camp style atmosphere with its sprawling grassy property and mix of rooms. All have bathrooms,…
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The most atmospheric place to stay in Mbala is this welcoming lodge located on the shores of Lake Chila, about 2km from town. Rooms are set in spacious…
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This laid-back lodge is perched at the top of a hill with great views of the valley and Chipata below. Simple rooms are set in a two-storey stone-and…
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Located next to the church, chalets here sleep two people and are fantastic value; newer ones come with air-conditioning, shiny tiled floors and DSTV…
Zambia
This scenic camp on the sandy banks of the Zambezi, about 5km from Ngonye Falls, is a laid-back spot where you can pitch a tent (or hire one of theirs) or…
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Set on a lovely lawned estate abutting the golf course, this unpretentious lodge offers a homely atmosphere with plenty of local flair. There's spacious…
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Around 1km from the main gate is this basic bush lodge and campground offering dorms, rondavels and campsites. It's not the most scenic in the park (most…
Zambia
The best accommodation in Senanga are these comfortable rondavels with splendid views over the Zambezi plains. It's spoiled only by the giant satellite TV…
Zambia
Life indeed is more peaceful out west, where the tranquil Luwombwa Lodge is built directly overlooking its namesake river – which flows all the way into…
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In the far northern part of the park, Sikale is the place to camp for those wanting to see wildebeest during the drier months. Lions also often head up…
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An attractive campsite by the Kasanka River, Pontoon is a good spot for sitatunga sightings and birdwatching, plus blue monkeys sometimes pass through. It…
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Opening its doors in late-2016, King Lewanika Lodge has six architecturally designed villas that all overlook the plains, which are rich with wildebeest…
Lusaka
One of Lusaka's best choices for a business hotel is this reliable four-star chain. While don't expect too much in the way of views (a rarity in Lusaka),…
Zambia
In a quiet residential street, this lovely guesthouse combines a homely feel with all the mod cons. Decent rooms come with wi-fi, fridge, air-con and…
Livingstone
The sister lodge to the popular Jollyboys Backpackers, this camp offers a more chilled out alternative for those not wanting a boisterous hostel…
Zambia
Chimfunshi's cottages are in the mould of your typical bare-bones national park–style lodging, but they're perfectly functional with bed and mozzie net…
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Flying the flag in Luambe National Park as the only camp within the park, this lodge is run by a team of passionate conservationists. Still under…
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Compared to other choices in town, the Protea is absolutely luxurious. A rather grand lobby and rooms with hardwood floors, an outdoor pool with lounge…
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Close to the centre of town, this modern and well-run place sees its fair share of conferences, weddings and the like. The rooms are plainly decorated but…
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A new, and rather garish, resort-style hotel, Chita is built on a hill overlooking the water. Rooms are modern, but are lacking in character. At the time…
Zambia
It’s a bit of a hulking concrete block from the outside and the 154 rooms add up to the largest hotel in the Copperbelt; however, inside the Savoy is…
Zambia
A brief stroll from its sister Sausage Tree Camp, the Potato Bush offers a family-focused setup where tented chalets feature private pools and are linked…
Livingstone
Off the main road down a relaxed street is this laid-back guesthouse that will suit those on a budget seeking a well-priced private room. Rooms are…
Zambia
One of Liuwa's best campsites is this lovely shaded spot that's well placed for the wildebeest gatherings, as well as for spotting birdlife, hyenas and…
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This reliable South African business hotel chain is set around a palm-fringed swimming pool with manicured grass. Rooms sparkle with modern amenities,…
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A lovely campsite, just a five-minute walk from the falls, with hot-water showers, toilets and a shelter for food preparation. There's a camp attendant to…
Lusaka
The sister lodge to the popular Lusaka Backpackers, this centrally located lodge offers some of cheapest rooms in town, along with camping facilities.
Zambia
This is a basic campsite with braai area, hot showers, flush toilets and a couple of thatched cooking shelters. Note it's closed February to April.
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At the western section of the park, Lyangu offers a scenic site overlooking a pan with good animal sightings. It's a 1½-hour drive from Kalabo.
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The sister property to Chongwe River Camp, this place is perched high above the Zambezi only 4km from the park entrance. On one side are eight fairly…
Zambia
In between Kasanka National Park and the Bangweulu Wetlands is the Nakapalayo Tourism Project, a community initiative that allows tourists to experience…
Lusaka
Only in Lusaka would a mall parking lot be considered an ideal location for a hotel. Part of a South African hotel group along with the Southern Sun, this…
