Situated in Lusaka and with Lusaka National Museum reachable within 6.7 km, Gatoma Backpackers features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is around 10 km from Lusaka Golf Club, 18 km from Lusaka South Country Club and 20 km from Chilanga Golf Club. Munda Wanga Botanical Garden is 22 km from the hostel. At the hostel, the rooms are fitted with a desk. Rooms are fitted with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Gatoma Backpackers have pool view. At the accommodation the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Gatoma Backpackers offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. The nearest airport is Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, 22 km from the hostel.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
10
High score for Lusaka

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Dennis
    Philippines Philippines
    It's one of the best places i visited in Zambia,we were lucky to meet one of their greatest staff called Ramsey who really treated us well.I would definately recommend this place its value for your money.

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • Hello,Are there any female dorms available for booking from the 23rd-31st August??

    yes we have.
    Answered on 1 September 2024
  • Hello Are the rooms available for women?

    Yes we have a female dom
    Answered on 11 August 2024

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gatoma Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
  • Walking tours
  • Evening entertainment
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Air conditioning
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules
Gatoma Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 11:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Gatoma Backpackers

  • Gatoma Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Evening entertainment
    • Happy hour
    • Walking tours
    • Live music/performance
  • Gatoma Backpackers is 2.4 miles from the centre of Lusaka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Gatoma Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Gatoma Backpackers is from 11:00, and check-out is until 11:00.