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Natwange Backpackers

2.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Lusaka hostel

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Terrace/patio
Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Children's play area - outdoor

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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20 Kariba, Kalundu, Lusaka, 10101
  • Place, Mulungushi Confrence Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenneth Kaunda International Conference Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, National Assembly of Zambia
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Single Budget Room | In-room safe, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Budget Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shower, towels

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Shared kitchen

Double Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Shared kitchen

Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Lusaka

In suburbs.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hostel, you'll find Lusaka National Museum and Freedom Statue. Independence Stadium and Lusaka City Market are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mulungushi Confrence Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Pakati Sunday Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nu Metro Arcades Mall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kenneth Kaunda International Conference Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • National Assembly of Zambia - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Urban Masai - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chicagos Reloaded - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sangalala - A good time - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Debonairs East Park Mall - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Simply Asia - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Natwange Backpackers

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Lusaka hostel
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.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Natwange Backpackers. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Lusaka hostel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Natwange Backpackers offers 8 accommodations with private plunge pools and safes. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. This Lusaka hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Natwange Backpackers Hostel
Natwange Backpackers Lusaka
Natwange Backpackers Lusaka
Natwange Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Natwange Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Lusaka

Frequently asked questions

How close is Natwange Backpackers to the airport?

Natwange Backpackers is 12 mi (33-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 Natwange Backpackers?

As of Mar 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Natwange Backpackers on Mar 11, 2026 start from $40, 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 Natwange Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Natwange Backpackers offers an airport shuttle on request, for a charge (per person).

Does Natwange Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Natwange Backpackers offers free full breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Natwange Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Natwange Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Natwange Backpackers?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Natwange Backpackers have a pool?

Natwange Backpackers features an outdoor pool.

Does Natwange Backpackers have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Natwange Backpackers have a spa?

This hostel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis.

How close is Natwange Backpackers to downtown Lusaka?

Natwange Backpackers is 3.2 mi away from Lusaka.

Natwange Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Geat clean rooms. Would have loved a hot shower, but i do understand the power issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Naomi

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

8/10 Good

Abdulkarim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very Good

The place is clean and far better than your average backpacker accommodation. The location was perfect for me, as I needed to be near the International Conference Centre. It is in quiet and easily accessible location. The only downside was that there was no hot water in my en-suite room during my two-day stay. I was informed it would be fixed, but unfortunately, it wasn't resolved before I checked out. I had to use a general shower next to my room. However, they did compensate me with a late checkout, which I appreciated. Overall, it’s a great place with excellent value for money, and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Clyde

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clyde

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Vinh

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap guesthouse

Cheap and very basic. Old accommodations. Never come back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

MING SHAN

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

TAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A lovely environment. Warm, friendly and caring workers. Reasonable room rate. Poor internet connection in my room and no tv for 3 weeks. Monotonous breakfast. Same thing everyday.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patience

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well maintained, safe, secure, and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie, Missoula

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
safe, clean, swimming pool, close access to grocery stores and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, friendly and safe . Great location in Lusaka
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Eric

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

It was great

Value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Like during my last visit, this was a great space for a peaceful weekend retreat with friendly guests and service as well as clean rooms with bug nets and pools for when the sun got too warm !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Exceptional accommodations

Thank you for a delightful experience! The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, even going out of their way to make sure I was accommodated when a flight was canceled. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed, with plenty of opportunities to meet fellow travelers. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Short stay in Lusaka

We only stayed here for one night, but the property was spacious and well-decorated. The hostel is also well-located close to Arcades and Manda Hill shopping centers. The only issue was that the water pressure was a bit low when we were there, and the bathroom could have been cleaner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

David, Venezuelan in Namibia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hola hola, amazing property, owners are very friendly, staff is great and good food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

claudine

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mariuza

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

Fabulous place.

Absolutely great place. The owners made you feel like you were home and they treat you so well. Nice and quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

clean, friendly service just what we needed

clean, friendly service, well located and nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, cozy, quiet, and friendly backpacker. Free wi-fi and complimentary breakfast. Walking distance to Arcades and Manda Hill shopping centers. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Mighty

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

8/10 Good

Michelle

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

Clean, relaxing, friendly

Nice, relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

Eric, London

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

A home away from home

This was quite a nice surprise in a busy African city. The staff made us feel very welcome and we're happy to accommodate any requests we had. The property is tucked away in a residential part of the city away from the usual hustle and bustle but within walking distance of some major shops. Would highly recommend this place and will definitely be staying there again when in Lusaka Also George the dog is a little charmer with lots of love to give. Give him a cuddle and you'll have another friend for the duration of your stay.