Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka is in the vibrant commercial district. This Zambia luxury hotel is only five kilometers from the city center. Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka is less than eight kilometers from the airport. This Zambia luxury hotel has 142 rooms and suites. They feature bold modern design and amenities. These include free high-speed, wireless Internet and individual climate control. Guests at Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka have complimentary access to the fitness center. There is an on-site Filini Restaurant and Bar that serve international cuisine. This place also hosts the Super Breakfast Buffet. The Pool Bar provides cocktails and light snacks. Besides to the elegant outdoor pool, this Zambia luxury hotel offers a fitness center and spa. This Zambia luxury hotel has spacious conference facilities. The facilities include meeting rooms, a ballroom and a pre-function area. This gives Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka excellent setting for business gatherings or events.
This is a short walk from the vibrant city center. It is a 15-minute drive from the airport. The Radisson Blu Hotel in Lusaka provides the perfect base for your stay. You'll be able to explore a wealth of stunning sights. This is from the thriving business district to nearby national parks. After a busy day, return to our hotel to relax with a drink by the outdoor pool.
Whether a city conference calls or the Zambia safari sights are the reason for your visit. The Lusaka hotel gives you ample opportunity to explore. This is a great place for those on Zambia safari tours. Lusaka, Lower Zambezi National Park and Lake Kariba will have you spoilt for choice.
For a slice of local arts and culture, there is Lusaka National Museum. It hosts a permanent exhibition space detailing local history. The Kabwata Cultural Village showcases handmade arts and crafts. This Lusaka hotel is within walking distance of the city's two main shopping centers. There is a East Park Mall and Arcades, where you can browse local treasures and trinkets.
First-class facilities; and elegance inside and out
Radisson Blu Hotel Zambia offers stunning contemporary architecture. It has sleek décor and stylish rooms. Enjoy complete relaxation at beautiful outdoor swimming pool. Here you can order a cocktail or snack from the pool bar, or treat yourself to a massage at our spa. Each of the 142 rooms and suites include free, high-speed Wi-Fi. There are, tea and coffee-making facilities and a complimentary breakfast.
The sophisticated Chuma Grill Restaurant & Bar serves up African fusion. It has international dishes for both lunch and dinner, as well as a hearty buffet breakfast.
Zambia Accommodation at Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka
Accommodation at Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka comes in 5 room categories. The rooms are decorated in black and white with bold bursts of red and purple. The rooms and suites at this Zambia luxury hotel offer edgy modern style. These rooms and suites have an abundance of space. This Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka has rooms designed for guests with disabilities. They bare are available by request and are for those on disabled safaris in Africa.
Standard Rooms
Approximate room size: 38 m2 | Most number of guests: 2 adults
They feature air conditioning, Free high-speed and wireless Internet. Guests in these rooms have complimentary access to the fitness center. Here you can settle down to watch satellite and pay television with a hot cup of coffee or tea. You can also request a mini bar for an even greater selection.
In the Standard rooms you will enjoy
Coffee and tea provisions
Complimentary fitness center access
Free high-speed, wireless Internet
Mini bar by request
One-touch service
Superior Room
Approximate room size: 37 m2 | Most number of guests: 2 adults
This Zambia accommodation at Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka provides an plenty of features. Included in the rooms are special access to the outdoor pool and free pay television. Guests here enjoy free entrance to the Business Class Lounge. They also have access to the pool and fitness center through the deck.
In the Superior rooms you will enjoy
Complimentary fitness center access
Free pay television
Mini bar on request
Special access to pool and fitness center through deck
Super Breakfast Buffet
Business Class Rooms
Approximate room size: 47 m2 | Most number of guests: 2 adults
Business Class Rooms include a Nespresso® coffee machine. Guest have access to the Super Breakfast Buffet and Business Class Lounge. Business Class Rooms further complement these features with free movies. There is a mini bar, a cozy bathrobe and slippers and turndown service.
In the Business Class rooms you will enjoy
Bathrobe and slippers
Complimentary fitness center access
Complimentary mini bar
Nespresso® coffee machine
Super Breakfast Buffet
One Bedroom Suites
Approximate room size: 70 m2 | Most number of guests: 2 adults and 2 children
The one bedroom suites at Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka are spacious and welcoming. This accommodation in Lusaka offers separate lounge and sleeping areas. It is good for families or those traveling with children to Africa. All suites feature Business Class amenities. they include access to the Business Class Lounge. The rooms have a mini bar, a Nespresso® coffee machine and the Super Breakfast Buffet. Suites also provide complimentary airport transfers and the option of Late Check-out.
Here you will enjoy
Access to Business Class Lounge
Complimentary airport transfer
Complimentary mini bar
Complimentary pressing for duration of stay
Late Check-out (subject to availability)
Nespresso® coffee machine
Super Breakfast Buffet
Accessible Rooms
Approximate room size: 38 m2
We understand that accessibility is important to the guests. Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka has accessible rooms and amenities. Please contact us to confirm if an accessible room will meet your needs.
Accessible room guests enjoy
Amenities within accessible range to reach
Roll-in shower
Grab bars alongside toilet
Grab bars by tub
Wheelchair accessible lobby
Wheelchair accessible public entrance
Wheelchair accessible public restrooms
Cancellation / Prepayment
PAYMENT & RESERVATIONS POLICY Reservation and confirmation of a room at Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka has requirements. Clients are required to pay 50% down payment for the requested services. The balance will be required at least 14 days prior to your date of arrival.
African Safari Tour will hold a reservation for up to seven days at a client's request. This is to allow the client time to send a deposit payment. This is if Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka booking are over a month prior to the service. This must be received before we can confirm your booking. If confirmation is not received within the seven days all blocked rooms at Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka will be automatically released for re-sale. The full amount of the service must be made within 14 days of date of arrival at Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka. As for bookings within a month of service, full payment shall be requested for. This will be required before confirmation of Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka is undertaken.
CANCELLATIONS All cancellations must be received in writing. This will take effect from the date received by African Safari Tour. The following cancellation charges will apply.
More than 56 days before departure: No cancellation fee 56-49 days before departure: 25% 48-29 days before departure: 35% 28-0 days before departure: 100%
The non-issuing of an invoice or non-payment of deposit will not exempt passengers from these cancellation and administration fees. We regret we can make no exception to the charges and strongly recommend that insurance is taken out to cover cancellation fees. These cancellation charges can vary subject to the trading terms of our suppliers.
Children and extra beds
Children older than 2 years are welcome at Radisson Blu Hotel Lusaka. One child from 2 to 11.9 years is charged 50 % of the room stay per night and person in an extra bed.
The maximum number of extra beds for children in a room is 2.
Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
Room facilities:Air Condition, Bar, Catering service, Convention floor, Desk, Fitness, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Ironing board, Kitchenette, Laundry, Lounge, Minibar, Outdoor pool, Private bathroom, Restaurant, Room service, Safety Deposit Box, Sauna, Seating area, Telephone, TV, Valet parking, Wake up service, WiFi
Bed size:King Size or Twin Beds
Room size:33 m2
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Facilities
Air Condition
Bar
Catering service
Convention floor
Desk
Fitness
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Laundry
Lounge
Minibar
Outdoor pool
Private bathroom
Restaurant
Room service
Safety Deposit Box
TV
Wake up service
WiFi
Lusaka
Lusaka has become something of a boom town of late. New buildings are going up everywhere and many chain stores and shopping malls are springing up all over the sprawling suburbs. The road development isn’t quite keeping up so peak hour traffic is finally becoming like other cities, but it has an optimistic air of a town on the rise. For many, this is the perfect example of what economic liberalization has done for the country. And viewed from the villages, Lusaka is the glittering capital which still persuades rural Zambians to migrate to the city in search of jobs and dreams. Well over 60% of its 2 million inhabitants are unemployed, but there are surprisingly few beggars. Although petty theft occurs, most people try to make an honest living selling their wares or services, always with a friendly smile.
History of Lusaka, Zambia
Lusaka was the site of a village named after its Chief Lusaka, which, according to history, was located at Manda Hill, near where the Zambia's National Assembly building now stands. In the Nyanja language, Manda means "graveyard." The area was expanded by European (mainly British) settlers in 1905 with the building of the railway.
In 1935, due to its fairly central location, its situation on the railway and at the crossroads of the Great North Road and Great East Road, it was chosen to replace Livingstone as the capital of the British colony of Northern Rhodesia.
After the federation of Northern and Southern Rhodesia in 1953, it was a centre of the independence movement amongst some of the educated elite that led to the creation of the Republic of Zambia. In 1964, Lusaka became the capital of the newly independent Zambia.
Lusaka in Recent Years
In recent years, Lusaka has become a popular urban settlement for Zambians and tourists alike. Its central nature and fast growing infrastructure sector have increased donor confidence and as such Zambians are seeing signs of development in the form of job creation, housing, etc. Consequently, it is thought that with proper and effective economic reforms, Lusaka as well as Zambia as a whole will develop considerably. Lusaka is home to a diverse community of foreign nationals, many of whom work in the aid industry as well as diplomats, representatives of religious organisations and some business people.
The markets are a hive of activity as the thousands of stalls are set up, graded and cleared away every day. A myriad of motor spares dealers, restaurants, hairdressers, fishmongers, fruit sellers and rows and rows of “salaula” – stalls of discarded clothing from the West sold to Africa by the bale.
The capital covers an area of over 70km2 and is one of the fastest-growing cities in central Africa. It’s population almost trebled in the immediate post-independence era and continues to grow daily. There has been no influx control and the city is bursting at the seams. Grossly inadequate municipal facilities are hard-pressed to cope with the ever-increasing demand. It is a sprawling, metropolis with many multi-storey buildings, high-walled suburbs and busy shanty towns. Development has brought together people of many nationalities, making it a bustling center for economic, political and cultural activities.
The city lies at the junction of the main highways to the north, east, south and west, and at an altitude of 1300 meters above sea level. There are air links to most of the major tourist destinations in Zambia from Lusaka International Airport.
Getting to Lusaka, Zambia
Lusaka is close to the centre of Zambia between the eastern and western bulges. All major routes to the east, west, north and south flow through the city.
The Great North Road comes down from Tanzania via Kapiri Mposhi, and is about 1100km from the Tanzanian border.
The Great East Road from Chipata to Lusaka is 570km.
The road from Livingstone in the south meets up with the Kafue Road and is 470km long. From the Chirundu border with Zimbabwe, the route is well paved and 136km long.
The Mongu road coming in from the west via the Kafue National Park is 591km long.
The domestic railway goes to Livingstone, Kapiri Mposhi and the Copperbelt. The Tanzania Zambia Railway - Tazara - comes down as far as Kapiri Mposhi, where the Zambia Railways train links it to Lusaka. Buses arrive from Harare, Lilongwe, Johannesburg, Livingstone and the Copperbelt.
Lusaka International Airport, which is 14km from the city centre, receives most international flights
Things to Do in Lusaka, Zambia
Buy veggies in the open market
Lusaka City Market is placed close to the train station. Local farmers gather there to sell anything, from fruits to grain to clothes. It is a very colorful place, packed with people. Although chances are you might not be interested to buy many things, it is a great way to experience the local culture. If you do decide to buy something, bargain and don’t worry too much if you end up paying more than the locals. Like in any crowded place, take care of your belongings.
Discover Zambian artwork while visiting Namwandwe Art and Sculpture Gallery
Located about 15 km (9.3 miles) away from the city center, it might be a bit tricky to get to if you don’t have your own transportation. The exhibition focuses on contemporary Zambian art, as part of the personal collection of John Kapotwe. The gallery is part of John Kapotwe’s personal house. If you are interested to learn more about Zambian artworks, this is a place you can’t miss. Besides, it’s the only one of its kind in Lusaka.
Get some souvenirs at the Sunday crafts market
This is the perfect place not only to buy souvenirs, but also to interact with Zambians from all around the country. It will give you a good idea of the kind of crafts (mostly wooden) that are produced in Zambia. Feel free to bargain when you see something you like. But don’t be too stingy. The market usually starts around 9 am and lasts until late afternoon.
Munda Wanga Environmental Park
Munda Wanga Environmental Park is a rescue center and a zoo located 16 km (10 mi) away from the city. The animals they have here are diverse, yet it does not compare to viewing wildlife in one of the national parks. In case you feel like going on a walk, another point of interest close by is the botanical garden. Locals enjoy coming here for picnics, since there aren’t many other opportunities in the city.
The National Museum
Rather small, and not a modern interactive kind of museum, yet The National Museum in Lusaka offers comprehensive information about Zambian recent history. The texts are rather long, but it’s a good learning opportunity. They also have an art display of contemporary local artists, both paintings and sculptures. One or two hours should be enough for the visit. It’s not the most kid-friendly attraction - they will probably get bored very fast.
Pat cheetahs at Chaminuka Luxury Lodge and Game Reserve
Although it’s just 25 km (15 mi) away from Lusaka, it seems a totally different world. Chaminuka is both a lodge and a conservancy. Don’t expect the same amount of animals like in a national park - the area is much smaller and some of the animals are rather accustomed to people. However, they offer a wide range of activities from fishing to bird watching to bush walks and walking with cheetahs!
Observe crocodiles at Kalimba Reptile Park
Enthusiastic to see reptiles of all sorts? This is the perfect place for you. Here you can see pythons, huge crocodiles, turtles and other snake species. If you’re traveling with your kids, this is a place you can consider stopping. It’s northeast from Lusaka, about 20 km (12 mi) away. You can plan spending here an afternoon or just a few hours. In case you’re not vegetarian, they also offer crocodile meat hamburgers and barbecue.
Lusaka National Park
Zambia’s newest and smallest national park is very close to Lusaka, making it a good destination for a day trip. Although there are yet many animals, you should be able to see rhinos and maybe giraffes and zebras. The chosen location of Lusaka National Park is rather curious - close to the city and populated area. You can plan a few hours for the visit.
Sports & nature
Lusaka, the capital and largest city in Zambia, is home to over 3 million people. It is one of the fastest growing cities in Southern Africa. Its downtown streets are lined with street sellers and the skyline has only a few highrise buildings. While it is on an economic uplift there is a still a huge unemployment rate in the city. The business area of Lusaka is very modern-looking while its outskirts are lined with scrambling shanties and lively markets. While many tourists to Zambia don’t spend a great deal of time in the Capital, you may find yourself exploring the city for a few days. Here are some highlights and what to do during your visit.
Markets The city prides itself in its market culture and every day, there are literally thousands of stalls that sell a myriad things. There are fresh fruit stalls, hairdressers, fishmongers, restaurants, spare parts, second hand clothing and gifts to name a few.
Lusaka City Market – Zambians go to this fascinating market to get their bargains. The market is host to over 400 stalls and despite its chaotic nature, tourists don’t often get hassled.
Soweto Market –this market is more functional than the City Market but is still worth a visit.
Sunday Craft Market –every Sunday the Arcades Shopping Center car park is turned into a craft market. A great place for gifts and crafts.
Northmead Market – known as a great place to stock up on souvenirs and to enjoy the small supermarkets, restaurants and fresh food stalls in the area.
Culture In and around the city there is plenty to see and do for the visitor. The Lusaka National Museum, art galleries focusing on local artists, the Lusaka Playhouse theater, the Kabwata Cultural Village and the Moore Pottery Factory are great places to visit in the city. The city boasts a rich culture of local artists and many of their pieces are available for sale.
For Children Adventure City offers a variety of activities including water slides, paint-balling, and swimming pools.
About 11 kilometres from the city center is the Nembo Scenic Park which is designed, to scale, over a 47 000 square meter area showing a model of the map of Zambia. The Park features lakes and waterfalls and is a perfect place to go for a stroll with the family.
The Kalimba Reptile Park has an interesting collection of snakes, tortoises, chameleons, crocodiles and other reptiles, found in the surrounding areas, as well as from the rest of Africa. It is a great place to explore for the entire family and features a playground for the little ones. Set in a lush garden, its facilities include a cool veranda where refreshments are served and a putt-putt course.
Monkey Pools is on the Mukamunya Estate and offers a beautiful outing for swimming and playing in the crystal clear turquoise waters, the source of the Mukamunya river. The grounds are extremely beautiful and with jungle like forests and make an excellent picnic spot for a day out. You’ll find them out on the Leopards Hill Rd where the tar ends. Take the road to the left and look out for the signs.
Wildlife
Munda Wanga is 16km from Lusaka City Centre. It is an Environmental Park that is comprised of an Environmental Education Centre, a Wildlife Park and Sanctuary and a beautiful Botanical Garden. Open daily from 8am- 16:00
Lilayi Elephant Nursery is just 15 minutes south of Lusaka on the Kafue Rd, you’ll find a turnoff to Lilayi Game Reserve and here you will find the Elephant Orphanage Project that rescues and rehabilitates orphaned elephants before releasing them back into the wild. Open daily for viewing the baby elephants between 11.30am and 13:00.
Nightlife info
The city of Lusaka has almost everything a major city like Harare or Blantyre has when it comes to enjoying nightlife. Although you might not get so much excitement while enjoying the attractions during the day, after the sun sets life actually takes an exactly opposite turn and excitement starts filling this city. Those looking for easy going nightlife will have many options and those who like dancing all night will have many nightclubs to roam. In this guide for Lusaka Nightlife we have compiled a list of nightclubs and bars where you can head for an exciting nightlife experience.
O’Hagans Is the Place for Drinking and Eating It is located on Manda Hill which is easy to reach from the center of the city. The uniqueness of this club is that it is built in a typical Irish style that makes it very exciting. After all, it is the Irish touch that made the club happening. The collection of drinks in this nightclub is huge although they could be a little bit pricy at times. It also has a huge size satellite TV so that you can enjoy all sorts of channels as per your choice. Although you might have to compromise with what the majority wants. The hospitality of this nightclub is also something which you will surely cherish.
Alpha Bar for Those Who Love Dancing It is located in the north mead area of Lusaka which can be reached taking any taxi from various locations. This place is famous for the huge collection of drinks and the great atmosphere which it sets up for those who love dancing. You will surely appreciate the happening music played in this nightclub. It is the perfect mix of music, pool, dancing, alcohol, and ladies all under one single roof.
Brown Frog Is the Hub of Drinking You really don’t need to search for this nightclub. Ask any taxi driver and he will drop you to Brown Frog. It is actually very famous in Lusaka. You will surely appreciate the music and the huge collection of drinks. Lastly, it is fairly cheap too.
Restaurants The variety of restaurants and clubs ranges according to one’s preference and many are popular with the expatriates. Most places are very convenient and easy to locate though it is important to know one’s way around, the mode of payment used at the particular place, as well as a contact to make sure it’s available.
Marlin Located in Los Angeles Boulevard, Lusaka Club; a top class restaurant with an excellent wide menu, Indian dishes, steaks, creole and more.
Plates Restaurant and Wine Bar Situated on Plot 22768 Acacia Park, Arcades Center and consists of American, Mediterranean and eclectic cuisines.
Mint Lounge Located at the Acacia Park, Arcades Shopping Center is a very nice continental bar ideal for lunch.
Eviva Situated at 2 Tito Road, off Church Road, Rhodes Park. Its eclectic mix of Mediterranean food, complete mezze dishes, a fresh sushi bar and cocktails offers a luxurious menu for many guests to enjoy.
Chang Shun Thai restaurant along Independence Avenue.
Portico Restaurant Situated in the Showgrounds gives you a feel of Italian cuisine in a tranquil ambience.
Sugarbush Farm and Café Situated on the outskirts of Lusaka, Leopards Hill which serve amazing French press coffee.
Rhapsody’s A trendy restaurant in Arcades Shopping Center that offers a mixed cuisine and cocktail bar.
Mugg and Bean A good coffee themed restaurant that is known for its clean and good service with a cozy atmosphere located at Manda hill and Levy Park Malls.
Roma House Popularly known as the “Italy in Zambia” is an upmarket bistro restaurant, bar and lounge that offers event and conference facilities situated on 609 Zambezi Road, Roma.
Gerritz Restaurant An exotic German Restaurant that also handles catering services in a peaceful garden setting with an enclosed lounge area and large covered terrace; located at 26 Chaholi Road.
Chicago Bistro Lounge Situated in Manda Hill is a stylish restaurant inspired by 1950’s and 1960’s décor. Known to serve the tastiest pork chops and ribs ever; it’s the ultimate life experience.
The Misty Jazz Restaurant and Lounge Offers a soul experience with karaoke nights on Wednesday’s and live bands during the week from Tuesday through to Sunday served with international cuisine.
Dil Restaurant Situated along Kabulonga Road in Ibex Hill is known to serve the best Indian food in Lusaka.
Blue Moon Café Located in the Woodlands Mall near Pick n’ Pay and serves the most delicious bagels served with a good cup of coffee.
Ocean Basket Situated in the Arcades Shopping Center serves a range a seafood.
Culture and history info
While forming Northern Rhodesia in the 1890s, the area in which Lusaka is situated was taken over by the British South Africa Company from the local chiefs. The city was founded in 1905 and was named after David Livingstone, the Scots explorer. The city served as the capital city of the British protectorate of Northern Rhodesia. In 1924 the British Colonial took office. Lusaka was then named after the headman of a nearby African village. The city’s growth occurred after 1935, when it replaced Livingstone as the capital of the British colony of Northern Rhodesia.
During the struggle for independence the city featured highly. It was where the Federation of African Societies founded the Northern Rhodesian Congress in 1948. After the federation of Northern and Southern Rhodesia took place in 1953, Lusaka was a hub of the civil-disobedience movement in 1960 that led to the creation of the independent state of Zambia, Lusaka becoming the capital. In 1976 the city and its surrounding became a province.
The choice of Lusaka to become the capital did not follow any traditional development pattern. The city was not the home of an established ruler, neither was it a natural fortification nor the most convenient point of meeting for travelers from all parts of the land. The town's main feature was its central location and healthy climate.
Today, the city is the site of Livingstone Museum. The museum contains archaeological, ethnological, and historical materials. Victoria Falls is located nearby. Attractions include Lusaka National Museum, the Political Museum, Zintu Community Museum, the Freedom Statue, the Zambian National Assembly, the Agricultural Society Showgrounds, the Moore Pottery Factory, the Lusaka Playhouse theatre, a cinema, the zoo and botanical gardens of the MundaWanga Environmental Park among others.
Lusaka is the capital and largest city of Zambia that is located in south central Zambia. According to the 2000 census, the city has a population of 1,084,703. Lusaka is the central province of Zambia hence making it the most densely populated and tribally diverse region.
It is an administrative, financial, and commercial center. Manufactures include foodstuffs, beverages, clothing, and cement. Lusaka is located at the junction of the Great North Road (to Tanzania) and the Great East Road (to Malawi) and is on Zambia's main railroad. The Great Uhuru (Tanzam or Tazara) Railway connects Lusaka and Dar-es-Salaam.
Lusaka has a mixed economy. An international airport and the University of Zambia are just outside the city. The area surrounding the city consists of mostly flat grassland that supports ranches and farms. Farming and stock rearing are the principal economic activities in this region.
