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Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star lodge near Lusaka City Market

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Lounge
Front of property - evening/night
Meeting facility
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Interior detail

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Chaminuka Nature Reserve, Chongwe, Lusaka, Lusaka Province, 10101
  • Place, Parays Game Ranch
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, National Assembly of Zambia
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lusaka National Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Lusaka

On lake.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Lusaka lodge, you'll find Chilenje House and Lusaka National Museum. National Assembly of Zambia and Freedom Statue are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Parays Game Ranch - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • National Assembly of Zambia - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Chilenje House - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Lusaka National Museum - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Freedom Statue - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Neelkanth Sarovar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mpoto Yathu - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sandton Night Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Swirl Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪3 Trees - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve

Family-friendly 3.5-star lodge near Lusaka City Market
Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and 3 meeting rooms. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve. 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 lodge.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Art gallery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hunting
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Safari

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 25 percent of room rate

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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 75 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: 25 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
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, 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Chaminuka And Nature Reserve
Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve Lodge
Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve Lusaka
Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve Lodge Lusaka

Frequently asked questions

How close is Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve to the airport?

Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve is 13.6 mi (38-min drive) away from the Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

As of May 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve on Jun 3, 2026 start from $139, 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 Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 75 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve offer free breakfast?

Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve have a pool?

Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Does Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve to downtown Lusaka?

Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve is 6.5 mi away from Lusaka Central.

Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 7 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Terry-Ann

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aruna

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Terrible Customer Service!

The single worst hotel experience of my time in Africa: I asked the hotel if I was settled with my bill when I was checking out. They said yes: I needed to pay with credit card since I have no local currency. Almost half an hour after dropping me off at the airport, the driver showed up & refused to let me go through security: he didn't have any paperwork, balance or a credit card machine & started harassing me loudly and embarrassingly all around the airport for a balance for the shuttle. He even threatened to have me arrested. My pleas to put it in writing, have a manager email me or send a credit card link were all ignored. He was rude, obnoxious & I would recommend no one ever stay at this lodge that clearly knows nothing about customer service or training their staff on how to behave. Not to mention, the airport transfer itself was terrible: not a 4x4, but a dinky car with very rough gravel roads. To be chased around & yelled at around the airport for a supposed balance of USD$72 for that ride also seemed incredibly high and a rip off.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel

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

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good, but we had planned for a 0700 game drive and when we arrived none were available. Ants were in the sugar, when we ate breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really helpful, amazing views from the room and the food was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019