Southern Sun Ridgeway Lusaka, LusakaSouthern Sun Ridgeway Lusaka in Lusaka, Zambia has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 10 of 17 hotels we score in Lusaka. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction. Rooms from about $179 a night (cached, not a live quote).Southern Sun Ridgeway is a large hotel located in the business district of Lusaka. It serves business travellers and tourists visiting nearby landmarks like the National Museum and the New Government Complex. The property features modern rooms with views of the city or the gardens, which include a decorative pond containing live crocodiles. Guests can use the outdoor swimming pool, the fitness centre, and the business facilities. On-site dining at Musuku Restaurant offers international cuisine. While the hotel provides many amenities like free Wi-Fi and a gym, some of the guest rooms show signs of age and require updating.What stands out

Central business district location

On-site international restaurant

Outdoor pool and fitness centre

Gardens with a crocodile pond

Watch out for

Some rooms require upgrades

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