Protea Hotel Zambezi River Lodge

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 38 standard twin and 4 luxury double en-suite rooms overlooking the Zambezi River or garden and pool area, with restaurant and bar facilities are available daily.

Conference facilities for 30 to 70 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, private doctors and a hospital is available in Katima Mulilo.

Distances

1. Rundu - 511km (North East)
2. Windhoek - 1211km South from Katima
3. Airport - 22km
4. Nearest railway station - Grootfontein, 767km South of hotel
5. Nearest harbour - Walvis Bay, 1458km
6. Other landmarks - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe 220km East and Chobe National Park, 70km East

Features

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

1. The Tafule Yaka Restaurant, which serves breakfast, light lunches and dinner
2. The Mushabati Bar is open from 12h00 daily
3. A swimming pool is available all year round

Conference Facilities are available for 50 GUESTS schoolroom style or 90 GUESTS in cinema-style seating, with standard conference equipment.

Day trips to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe/Livingstone, Zambia or Chobe National Park can be arrande. Car rental services are also available.

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 at the open market and buy original crafts ranging from baskets, jewellery, traditional musical instruments to animals made of scrap metal or wood
3. Excursions to the nearby National Parks (Mudumu, Mamili and Bwabata), Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe or Zambia) and to the Chobe National Park can be arranged on request

Rooms

Accommodation at Protea Hotel Zambezi River Lodge comprises 38 standard twin and 4 luxury double en-suite rooms, cottage-style, overlooking the Zambezi River or garden and pool area, comprising

1. Standard twin rooms have a shower only
2. Luxury double rooms have both a bath and shower
3. 32 standard and 2 luxury rooms with view over the Zambezi River

In-room facilities include

1. Colour TV with DSTV (satellite tv)
2. Air conditioning
3. Tea/coffee-making facilities
4. Hairdryer
5. Sitting area
6. Writing desk
7. Direct-dial telephone
8. Turndown service

All rooms are non-smoking.