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Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve

3.5 star property
Lakefront lodge with free breakfast and spa services

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Lounge
Aerial view
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lake
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
The current price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Explore the area

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Chaminuka Nature Reserve, Chongwe, Lusaka, Lusaka Province, 10101
  • Lechwe Trust Art Gallery
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Parays Game Ranch
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Chilenje House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Lusaka

A family-friendly stay in Lusaka awaits you at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve. You'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Chilenje House and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Lusaka National Museum. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .At the lodge's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to boat tours. Business amenities include 3 meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and spa services. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Lusaka lodge, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from National Assembly of Zambia and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Freedom Statue.
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What's nearby

  • Parays Game Ranch - 15 min walk
  • National Assembly of Zambia - 4 min drive
  • Lusaka City Market - 4 min drive
  • Lusaka National Museum - 4 min drive
  • Freedom Statue - 4 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallywags Cafe And Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪3 Trees - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Lion Manda Hill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Galito's Flame Grilled Chicken - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nandos - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve

Lakefront lodge with free breakfast and spa services
Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve offers its guests a kids' 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 centre 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 a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes and complimentary toiletries.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Italian, Portuguese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

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 per cent 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

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 cots (infant beds)!

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 per cent 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 security system and a first aid kit
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. 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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve on 24 Feb 2025 start from AU$136.75, 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.

Is parking available at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

Yep, Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve have a pool?

Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

What makes Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and private patios in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve.

Is Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and babysitting services, as well as highchairs and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental brekkie is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve?

There is a golf course next to Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve.

Chaminuka Lodge and Nature Reserve Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

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

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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 traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

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