The Hotel

Set in natural surroundings on the banks of the Zambezi River, Protea Hotels Zambezi River Lodge offers comfortable facilities, ideal for an overnight stay en-route to the many tourist destinations in the area.

Accommodation comprises 27 en-suite rooms overlooking the garden and pool area, with restaurant and bar facilities are available daily.

Conference facilities for 30 to 100 GUESTS are available, with standard equipment. Leisure facilities on-site include a swimming pool, boat cruises and fishing. A golf course is available 140km from the hotel.

Protea Hotel Zambezi River Lodge - Gateway to Victoria Falls and the Chobe National Park

Location

Protea Hotels Zambezi River Lodge is situated in the Eastern Caprivi, on the outskirts of Katima Mulilo, right on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. The lodge is easily accessible by road and Air Namibia includes Katima Mulilo (Mpacha Airport) on its regular flight schedule.

As the lodge is situated in a Malaria area, GUESTS are advised to take precautions throughout their visit. For medical emergencies, a private doctor is available in Kasane.

Distances

1. Rundu - 511km (North East)
2. Windhoek - 1211km South from Katima
3. Airport - 20km
4. Nearest railway station - Grootfontein, 767km South of hotel
5. Nearest harbour - Walvis Bay, 1458km
6. Other landmarks - Victoria Falls, 280km East and Chobe National Park, 67km East

Features

Wining, dining and leisure facilities at Protea Hotels Zambezi River Lodge include

1. The Parrots Inn Restaurant, which serves breakfast and light lunches and
2. The Terrace, serves dinner from 19h00 daily
3. The Parrots Inn Bar is open during the day, while the Floating Bar is open from 16h00 until 19h00 (Please note that during April/May the bar may be closed due to the strong flow of the river)
4. A Private bar is also available and is open daily from 17h00
5. A swimming pool is available all year round

Conference Facilities are available for 30 GUESTS schoolroom style or 100 GUESTS in cinema-style seating, with standard conference equipment.

Other hotel facilities includes babysitting and car rental can be arranged.

Attractions

Attractions in and around Protea Hotels Zambezi River Lodge include

1. Boat cruises on the Zambezi River with excellent opportunities to observe hippos and crocodiles
2. Stroll through the lively town of Katima Mulilo, enjoy the African flair and buy original crafts ranging from baskets, jewellery, traditional musical instruments to animals made of scrap metal or wood
3. Excursions to the nearby game parks (Mudumu, Mamili and Caprivi), to Victoria Falls and to the Chobe National Park can be arranged on request

Rooms

Accommodation at Protea Hotel Zambezi River Lodge comprises 27 en-suite rooms, cottage-style, overlooking the garden and pool area, comprising

1. 13 twin rooms with shower only
2. 2 single rooms, with bath only
3. 8 double rooms with shower only
4. 4 family rooms, with bath and shower

In-room facilities include

1. colour TV
2. tea/coffee-making facilities
3. hairdryer
4. lounge/sitting area
5. writing desk
6. direct-dial telephone
7. turndown service
8. welcome drink on arrival

Non-smoking rooms are also available.