Name: Lusaka Backpackers
Address: 161 Mulombwa Close, Lusaka, Lusaka, Lusaka, 10101, Zambia
Rating: 7

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Kenneth Kaunda International Airport

Lusaka Backpackers

Lusaka

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2 of us stayed  for 2 nights in a 4 bed dorm. Showers were clean and water was lovely and warm. Food was really nice and cheap which i found strange as the portions were really big. Beer is cheap works out at about 80cents a bottle. All prices are well displayed at the bar so no surprises. Found the staff really nice tbh very friendly especially memory at reception. The beds we had were spotless clean which was great as this was our first time ever in a dorm. Swimming pool looks dirty but its not the problem is it is the paint that has come off and is a brown undercoat but the water was clean and refreshing. All in all we enjoyed our 2 night stay 3rd and 4th march and will return for another 2 nights 23rd and 24th march. Place is around 15 mins walk to lusaka bus station and levvy shopping mall. I would highly recommend the place. Next time we come to zambia i will bring a scotland flag for the backpackers bar ceiling.😉

Great place to relax and chill

I travel to Zambia at least once a year for work. I could stay at a traditional hotel but I choose Lusaka Backpackers Hostel for the laid back atmosphere and amazingly friendly and helpful staff. Staff isn't the right word...more like super friendly folks who happen to be working there. 

Favorite Place to Stay in Lusaka

Private en suite rooms were basic but fine. Fans did the job well till the power cut. Beds were comfortable. A nice poolside bar, with mostly cold beers and water. Staff were friendly but a bit of lack in communication over breakfast. The inclusive breakfast is basic (toast and cereal) but dinner the night before was great: I had a very good (and reasonably priced) steak and chips. 

Nice for a night between journeys

Easy to find- near enough to the main bus station. Nice dorm rooms, mozzie nets provided. Good kitchen facilities and also have a small affordable menu. Quite noisy at night if your room is close to the bar- which is fun and buzzy!! But not too much of a problem. Would recommend if you’re passing through Lusaka.

Nice stay

I was arriving in Lusaka from work before getting a coach to Johannesburg. I new very little about the coach and how to get the ticket. The staff were extremely helpful in helping me. They advised the company and told me where to find there office and the bus station. 

The bar the hostel had was cool and very relaxed. They had good cooking facilities as well as having the option to have dinner. From what I could see it looked very good. The beds were comfortable and the mozzie nets had no holes.

Easy stop over

I stayed in a 4 bed dorm for 4 days. The room was clean, as where the showers and toilets.
The food was very nice. The bar was always populated, but never too noisy.
I didn't try out the pool, but it seemed nice.

I stayed two nights here in a private room. It is fine. 
Good things: great location for walking to sights, cafes, etc; Good wifi; Functional room/bathroom; Hang out areas; nice and helpful staff.
The stuff I didn't love: it's pretty run down, the kitchen was very dirty, & cockroaches in my room (small ones and just around the fridge).
I would stay there again but I wouldn't be enthusiastic about it.

Adequate - good location

Lusaka Backpackers is a simple and somewhat run-down place, but with fun and friendly staff and a great atmosphere. In the yard guests, staff, locals and general hangarounds mingle, chat, play pool or swim in it - it is easy to feel welcome and get to know people. The restaurant cooks simple but tasty meals from early to late. Don't expect any luxury though, or even that everything works. Our room was clean, beds were fine and with little workarounds for things like doors that don't close, it was all in all a pleasant stay

Simple and run-down but clean and friendly

The dorm was very noisy and I didn't get a decent night's sleep in the 4 days that I was there. Plus the barman was dishonest, didn't have any change and kept avoiding me. Otherwise the place, location and staff are fine.

Noisy Dormitory

The vibe is amazing and the guests are always welcoming and willing to join in and have fun together.  The hostel has pretty affordable prices. The entertainment area is great for chilling or catching up with some emails. 

However, the kitchen area leaves a lot to be desired. There are not enough utensils and the stove and sink need serious attention.

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