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Lusaka Backpackers

2.0 star property
Lusaka hostel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Dining

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Cribs available
    Cribs available
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
Feel at home
  • Cribs/infant beds available
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory (8 Beds)

Highlights

Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory (4 Beds )

Highlights

Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Exterior

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Pool
Free breakfast
Free parking
Free WiFi
The price is $20
$24 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
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About the neighborhood

Map
161 Mulombwa Close, Lusaka

What's nearby

  • Parays Game Ranch - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Chilenje House - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lusaka National Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Lusaka City Market - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mulungushi Confrence Centre - 7 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.) - 39 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee talk - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Lion Intercity - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪3 Trees - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Galito's Flame Grilled Chicken - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Lusaka Backpackers

When visiting Lusaka, Lusaka Backpackers is a great choice to consider. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 6 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed available
  • Rollaway/extra bed available

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Lusaka Backpackers Hostel
Lusaka Backpackers
Lusaka Backpackers Hotel Lusaka
Lusaka Backpackers Lusaka
Lusaka Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Lusaka Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Lusaka

Frequently asked questions

Does Lusaka Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lusaka Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Lusaka Backpackers?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Lusaka Backpackers?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Lusaka Backpackers?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Lusaka Backpackers?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lusaka Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Lusaka Backpackers and nearby?
Lusaka Backpackers has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Lusaka Backpackers?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Lusaka Backpackers like?
Lusaka Backpackers is a short 11-minute walk from Parays Game Ranch and 19 minutes' walk from Chilenje House.

Lusaka Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

6.8

Good

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Nice staff. Hotel has a nice pool and relaxing area. But it all goes away when you you realise the hostel has bedbugs, which got in my luggage and I am currently suffering its bites and trying to get rid off. I found a bed bug in the room the morning I was leaving, I pointed this out to the staff, they said they would deal with the problem. The issue is The problem was transferred to me, and I will end up spending way more money than what I spent at the hostel.
Rodrigo, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The price on expedia is wrong. Also there are no towels and the staff is absent all the time.
2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean, safe, helpful with visitors, good food at any time
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Favorite place in Zambia
This place is amazing. It’s my favorite place to stay in zambia and in the region actually. The people are so incredibly friendly and kind, the facilities are clean, the place is safe, and has everything you could need. The 8 bed dorm is comfortable, has mosquito nets, there are enough showers with hot hot water and good pressure, there are lockers, laundry, self catering kitchen, and made to order kitchen if you don’t feel like cooking. The food is quite good here too and affordable. There’s tons of communal outdoor space to sit around or get work done, with plenty chargers and electrical outlets. The location is great as well. Down the road is fresh produce from a lady in a red stand, and less than a mile away is the main bus station and levy mall with multiple grocery stores and a pharmacy. The bar at backpackers is fun as well. It’s open air, has great energy, affordable drinks and snacks, and has pool table and pool right there. Overall this place is great and I would never want to stay anywhere else in Lusaka. Unless it’s booked up. Then I stay at wanderers, their sister property, which is equally nice although a bit more quiet and different location.
1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Our room wasnt available and i am still waiting on someome contacting me
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Perfect Place for Fun on a Budget
Lusaka Backpackers is an excellent choice for budget accommodation during a short trip to Lusaka. There is a self-serve kitchen and also food can be ordered throughout the day for affordable prices. The dorm rooms and bathrooms are nice and the bar and swimming pool area are a great place to relax and hang out with other travelers. An easy walk from the downtown Lusaka area and bus station.
Elisa, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Your 1-Stop place to stay in Lusaka
I am a travel agent and was in Zambia on an research trip to see what was possible there. Lusaka Backpackers are super central and really go the extra mile to assist! The owner, Kim Farmer has so obviously been a backpacker herself and has left no stone un-turned to provide everything you could ever need. There is good FREE secure wifi, a computer for guest use (a bit slow but gets the job done), washing done @ K25 per load, on site excellent restaurant with great food and even better prices - really no need to eat elsewhere. The self-catering kitchen has everything you could need. Showers have just been refurbished with really hot water. Rooms have good beds, clean bedding and huge mossie nets. Lockers for safe keeping of your valuables (bring your own lock), an iron (Really? Backpackers iron stuff?). The bar has good prices and a pool table where you will meet some of the expert local players, the pool is not huge but really nice with lots of seating in the courtyard. Camping facilities are not here but at their sister Lodge - Wanderers - also centrally situated. There are dedicated taxis right outside the door with fixed prices and will not rip you off. The best part is the friendly staff and Kim herself who at all times of the day is ready with all kinds of information you could possibly need. Talk to them about any other arrangements you wish to book and she is guaranteed to get you the best place and deal in Zambia! We loved it!
Angora, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Please improve
Not a condusive for human habitation. Towels were dirty no hot water dirty bathroom dirty bedsheets dusty mosquito net smelly bedding
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Cheap and comfortable
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

여기온 첫날 베드버그에 온몸이 물렸습니다 (발가락 발등 발목 다리 어깨.팔 얼굴 눈동자 위까지) 아주 곳곳에 물렸어요 모기장을 쳤지만 밤이 눈을 떠보니 모기장에 4마리가 달라붙어있더군요 최악이었습니다 그말은 더 많다는 뜻이겠죠 그리고 다음날 약을 달라니 없다하고 끝 자기니 호스텔에서 물렸는데 완전 남의 일처럼 취급하더군요 정말 최악이었습니다
A, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

チャージすると料金が変わる
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

可もなく不可もなく
空港からのタクシーが250KWと高い(バスなどもないので仕方ない)。 バスターミナルまでも手ぶらなら歩ける距離だが暗い時間に荷物を持ってはちょっと厳しいと思う。早朝は宿の前にTAXIが居るのでターミナルまで40KW。 ドミトリーでは恐らくWifiが使えると思うが、個室では電波すら拾えなかったのが残念。 ホットシャワーは出るが、排水が悪く終わるころには足がしっかりお湯の中。 1泊するだけと割り切って泊まるならOKかなと言う感じ。
N/A, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Enjoyed my stay in Lusaka Backpackers
If u look the safe place to sleep cheap and your standards are not that high, this is place to be. They have anything from dorms to simple en-suite rooms with free wifi. Staff is very friendly, helpful and easy-going and food is good!
3-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Okay for a few nights
The backpackers is nice for a short stay in Lusaka (everything you can need in a backpackers) but the atmosphere isn't great. Feels a bit deserted and the staff isn't particularly friendly or proactive to make you feel welcome. Overall, okay for a night in between other places.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

活気のある宿
ホテルの前にいつもタクシーがいて便利でした。 バックパッカーがたくさんいてインターナショナルな雰囲気でした。
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