The Pamodzi Hotel, LusakaThe Pamodzi Hotel in Lusaka, Zambia has a corrected score of 2.9 ± 0.3 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 16 of 17 hotels we score in Lusaka. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.8 before correction: Booking.com 2.3, Tripadvisor 3.4. Rooms from about $122 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Pamodzi Hotel is a ten-story, five-star property situated in the Rhodes Park suburb of Lusaka. Located within the city's business and government district, the hotel is set among tropical gardens and sits a short walk from the Lusaka National Museum. It offers 192 air-conditioned rooms featuring balconies, desks, and minibars. Guests can access a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and spa facilities. The hotel also provides meeting rooms and a business centre, making it suitable for corporate travellers and families. While the amenities are extensive, some guests have reported issues with the age of the building and occasional electricity outages.What stands out

Seasonal outdoor swimming pool

Located in the business district

On-site spa and fitness centre

Includes meeting and event spaces

Watch out for

Aging building

Occasional electricity outages

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