Taj Pamodzi Hotel: Our full report

The Taj Pamodzi Hotel, in the centre of Lusaka, and is most frequently used by our travellers as a stop-over hotel for just one night, typically for those who need to connect onto the early morning flight with British Airways back to London.

It's a large, slightly impersonal hotel, with comfortable en-suite, air-conditioned rooms, and a selection of restaurants. As the Taj group of hotels originated in India, you'll always find a great curry option for your evening meal. There is a separate bar (often complete with a live pianist) and a large glossy atrium with sofas and easy chairs.

The Taj also has a good pool, large enough for swimming lengths, and a spa offering massages, pedicures, manicures and a selection of other treatments. There is a gym adjacent to the hotel which has a very good reputation as one of the city's better fitness centres; hotel guests get complimentary access. There is also a business centre and a hairdresser in the hotel.

Our view

We think that the Taj Pamodzi is a good option for those travellers who want the comfort and security of a large, relatively modern hotel at the end of their trip. Few of our travellers rave about it, but many opt to return as it's a fairly 'standard' offering which is convenient and fairly predictable.

The Taj has a shuttle bus to the airport – although to ensure a reliable service, we at Expert Africa usually organise our own transfers to and from the hotel with a separate transfer company.

Geographics

Location: Lusaka area, Zambia

Ideal length of stay: Typically one night only - although occasionally business-people, and others, will stay for longer.

Directions: The hotel is approximately 35 minutes' drive from Lusaka Airport.

Food & drink

Usual board basis: B&B

Dining style: Individual Tables

Dining locations: Indoor Dining

Drinks included: Drinks are not included.

Children

Attitude towards children: Children are welcome.

Generally recommended for children: Yes.

Central communications

Power supply: Mains Electricity

Communications: There is WIFI access in the rooms and in the main areas, and each room has a telephone.

TV & radio: Each room has a satellite television.

Health & safety

Malarial area: Yes

Medical care: The nearest hospital will take 10 – 15 minutes to reach. A doctor is on call for the hotel for emergencies.

Dangerous animals: Low Risk

Security measures: There are security guards at night.

Fire safety: Fire extinguishers can be found in the rooms and the common areas.

Extras

Laundry facilities: Full Laundry Service - Extra Charge