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Cargo88 Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa connected to a shopping center in Lusaka

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King Room with Spa Bath | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Restaurant
Standard Suite | Living area
2 bars/lounges
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Corner Great East & Thabo Mbeki Road, Lusaka, Lusaka Province
  • Place, Mulungushi Confrence Centre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenneth Kaunda International Conference Centre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, National Assembly of Zambia
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 356 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 356 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Quadruple Room, Balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Quadruple Room, Balcony

  • 356 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Suite

  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Living area

Senior Suite, Balcony

  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Penthouse | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Penthouse

  • 829 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room with Spa Bath | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Room with Spa Bath

  • 549 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Lusaka

Cargo88 Hotel places you within a mile (2 km) of popular attractions like Mulungushi Confrence Centre and Kenneth Kaunda International Conference Centre. This 72-room, 4.5-star hotel has conveniences like a full-service spa, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking. It's connected to a shopping center in central Lusaka and also close to National Assembly of Zambia and Parays Game Ranch.

What's nearby

  • Mulungushi Confrence Centre - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kenneth Kaunda International Conference Centre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • National Assembly of Zambia - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Parays Game Ranch - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Lusaka City Market - 9 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Milla’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chicagos Reloaded - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sangalala - A good time - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Corner Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Cargo88 Hotel

Luxury hotel with a full-service spa connected to a shopping center in Lusaka
A full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas are featured at Cargo88 Hotel. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include meeting rooms, laundry facilities, and a porter/bellhop.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Laptop-compatible safes are also available.
The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Cargo88 Hotel Hotel
Cargo88 Hotel Lusaka
Cargo88 Hotel Hotel Lusaka

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Cargo88 Hotel?

Cargo88 Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Cargo88 Hotel?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cargo88 Hotel on Oct 14, 2025 start from $99.58, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of Cargo88 Hotel?

This hotel is located in Lusaka, just steps from EastPark Mall. You'll also find Nu Metro Arcades Mall and Pakati Sunday Market less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Cargo88 Hotel?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Cargo88 Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, and couples treatments.

Does Cargo88 Hotel have a casino?

No, Cargo88 Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Cargo88 Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Cargo88 Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 bars, a restaurant, and a full-service spa.

Does Cargo88 Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Cargo88 Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Cargo88 Hotel serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Cargo88 Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Cargo88 Hotel.

Does Cargo88 Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Cargo88 Hotel?

The closest major airport to Cargo88 Hotel is Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.), which is 12.4 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cargo88 Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Cargo88 Hotel offer a balcony and may feature city views.

Reviews

Cargo88 Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 104 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Uzoma

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never booking again!

My stay was terrible, the towels were old and dirty looking. The TV remote wasnt working and when i asked for a battery replacement, they brought old used dead batteries to replaced the dead batteries in the remote. The breakfast is nothing to write home about. I left mid breakfast and went to Radisson to have a proper breakfast. They had contractors fixing blinds at the entrance and there was no health and safety precautions in place. They were literally telling people to walk under the scaffolding. I am sticking to Radisson or Sarovar. If you are there on the weekends, its absolutely a crowded arena for every tom, dick and harry. Never going back there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tian

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After decades of travel to Zambia...what a disaster - from housekeeping to room service that takes hours, you wake up thirsty wanting something to drink you are told to come downstairs to use a vending machine, to basics missing at breakfast, to noise in the parking lot as they are in a communal location so prepare to be kept awake and then woken up again by praise and worship services singing and university youngsters rage partying in adjacent lot all night, then there is the loud birthday parties in the lobby, and most disappointingly a totally disinterested management who took no accountability or made no effort to rectify the issues - even after being called by our head office who was concerned about the living conditions that the team were experiencing. The biggest mistake was not paying attention to the other reviews which say the same thing, dirty and noisy and awful standards. Great location for locals to take selfies and LEAVE. A "hotel"? No. Stick to the established brands until this hotel releases that they are in the SERVICE industry. Never again.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Clifton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply beautiful…
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenim

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenim

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Antoine, Montreal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cargo 88 is well located in a safe and walkable area. The hotel and staff are very nice. I had an enjoyable stay and I would love to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything looks as perfect as the photos. You would enjoy it here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Somira

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

hussein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. Thank you for a wonderful time . I will be back again once in Lusaka . Keep up the good work !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed and pillows were comfortable. The continental breakfast was delicious. We also at the rooftop bar 2 of the 3 nights. Food was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Incredible location, stuff, food, dozens of restaurants in walkable distance
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keshika Devi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is absolutely beautiful. The rooms are cozy. The staff are very friendly, helpful and nice. I recommend 👌
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel has an outstanding location and the staff are incredibly helpful and very friendly. But the hotel seems to be run to look nice rather than function properly. The WIFI is frankly non existent which I would say is an essential when charging such a premium for a hotel. Rooms are on the small size and lack basic things such a shelves in the bathroom for towels and anywhere in the shower to place shampoo etc. The water was rarely hot so cold showers are the norm most days. If they improved a few details, specifically the WiFi I would consider returning but as it is now, I wouldn’t come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bwalya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed staying at Cargo88. Such a unique property! The staff were friendly and service was excellent. The room was clean and comfortable. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nomsa

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
The property has a nice ambiance and the lobby is beautifully decorated. We got the superior twin room but found it to be a bit small and missing a few things that would make the stay excellent such as a soap holder in the shower, a sanitary bin in the bathroom and wardrobes that do not make a load sound when closing. I would also advise that they do something about the flies in the dining area as they can be quite annoying and there should be an easy solution to this. Otherwise the staff is super friendly and the front desk staff are particulalrly accommodating and attentive. I really appreciated the jazz music that played in the lobby and dining area and the spa was neat and clean - I had a good foot massage.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

precious

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service is great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Wonderful night life. Shopping mall and restaurants across the street. Very friendly and capable staff. Nice rooms. Will always stay here in Lusaka.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maud

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024