Travelers find Lake Kariba Inns ideal for water adventures like motor boating and fishing. Wildlife viewing adds a natural touch. After outdoor fun, guests can recharge at the gym or savor international dishes at The Fish Bowl restaurant.
Located in Siavonga, Lake Kariba Inns is in the suburbs and on a lake. Local points of interest include Lake Kariba, Siavonga Market, and Kariba Dam. Visit our Siavonga travel guide
Siavonga, Plot #1935, Chipepo Road
What's nearby
Siavonga Market
3 min drive - 1.6 km
Kariba Dam
18 min drive - 10.0 km
Restaurants
Eagles Rest Resort
14 min drive
About this property
Lake Kariba Inns
Family-friendly hotel by the lake
You can look forward to free English breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace at Lake Kariba Inns. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, The Fish Bowl, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like racquetball/squash, boat tours, and hiking/biking. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Other perks at this hotel include:
An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
An outdoor tennis court, a banquet hall, and tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage, meeting rooms, and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms at Lake Kariba Inns boast perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Plasma TVs with satellite channels
Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators
Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
The Blue Bar
The Fish Bowl
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Boat tours
Fishing
Game viewing
Gym
Hiking/biking trails
Motor boating
Outdoor pool
Outdoor tennis court
Playground
Racquetball/squash
Sauna
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
In the mountains
On a lake
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Banquet hall
Built in 1983
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Plasma TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Phone
Portable fan
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
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; cash is not accepted
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Lake Kariba Inns Siavonga
Lake Kariba Siavonga
Lake Kariba Inns Hotel Siavonga
Lake Kariba Inns Hotel
Lake Kariba Inns Siavonga
Lake Kariba Inns Hotel Siavonga
Frequently asked questions
Does Lake Kariba Inns have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Kariba Inns?
As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Kariba Inns on Mar 15, 2026 start from ¥21,846, 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.
Is Lake Kariba Inns pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Lake Kariba Inns?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Lake Kariba Inns?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Lake Kariba Inns located?
This family-friendly Siavonga hotel is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Kariba and Siavonga Market. Kariba Dam is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Lake Kariba Inns Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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We stayed here as a recovery from a road trip around Zambia and it was perfect. They are very customer service oriented.
The large open space was perfect for relaxing on the couch with a view of the lake, a snack or sip in the pool. There was always someone around to get you anything you wanted.
I’d stay here again.
Jill
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Oct 9, 2023
Liked: Staff & service
Awesome environment, but the rooms could be better
The pools, restaurants, the general atmosphere is lively and it is a great place to hang out with friends and family. The room was clean but the lighting was very poor, it was and not so comfortable - it was infested with ants. I hope this can be worked on
The view is amazing from the terrace, nice walk down to the lake. Food was excellent, not to mention good coffee and friendly service at the restaurant. Room was nice, quiet and functional. Only challenge that I faced was quite a lot of ants both in my room as well as at the terrace and by the pool. Road on the last mile is quite terrible, but then you feel like being far away from everything. All in all I enjoyed my long weekend stay and hope to come back.
Nice place to visit. The boat ride on Lake Kariba is nice. Very friendly employees.
James
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Jul 21, 2021
Disliked: Staff & service
Traumhafte Natur - mäßiger Service 😏
Die Anlage ist in dieser Gegend einzigartig, besonders die Pools. Dennoch waren wir über den Service enttäuscht, mussten uns öfter beschweren, weil z. B. das Zimmer nicht geputzt wurde. Das Hauptproblem war, dass wir das Gefühl hatten, unsere Urlaubszeit auf einer Baustelle zu verbringen. Das hätten wir gerne vorher gewusst. Es gab kein Entgegenkommen, nur eine Entschuldigung. Es wäre ein Leichtes gewesen, uns ein anderes Zimmer anzubieten, da es nur wenige Gäste gab. Das Personal schien Beschwerden gewohnt zu sein, wir haben auch einiges von anderen Gästen mitbekommen. Schade, dass die Zufriedenheit der Gäste den Verantwortlichen nicht wichtig zu sein scheint.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
4/10 Poor
Gavin
Oct 4, 2020
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unexpected renovations!
Unfortunately the Hotel is currently busy with renovations which we were not informed about when booking. First allocated room was cramped and noisy as workers were busy with angle grinding close by. Staff kindly relocated us to a nicer room further away. The views from the restaurant are spectacular but again noisy due to renovations during the day. Restaurant staff are to be commended (special mention goes to Erikson). Housekeeping needs to pay more attention. We eventually booked out a day early. I'm sure when renovations are complete the hotel will be stunning. But would avoid for now.
We had a fantastic stay at Lake Kariba Inns. The setting was beautiful and the food was delicious. We had full body massages whilst there and went on a boat trip - all at a great value price. Staff were friendly and helpful, although could be a little slow when ordering/serving evening meals. When we checked out, the reception staff offered to call a bus to the hotel to take us back to Lusaka. When they were not able to get through to a bus driver, they had one of their own drivers take us to the market place to catch the bus - free of charge. Excellent service! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and hope to visit again soon.
Charlotte
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Feb 15, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The only thing that was detrimental was that they did not tell us there was construction 2 doors down. We booked the villa for privacy and had workman looking at us. There should have been a warning when we booked.
Really enjoyed our stay. Great food and staff. We will be back again.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
8/10 Good
Monica, Lusaka
Oct 24, 2018
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Lovely place with a tranquil environment. Staff were great and helpful.
The room was okay, just dusty, towels were a bit dump.
Overall experience was great!
They offer Gamewalk and you can meet 7 zebras and 31 impalas wandering around the property at harbour side. Our family enjoyed the short trip to Kariba Lake a lot.
The Lake Kariba Inn is a beautiful place to stay in Siavonga and is a great value. The restaurant and bar area is beautiful and the property is quite large. The rooms are very spacious and have nice furniture etc. I did not partake in any of the spa or boat trips but they seemed to be well organized
We really enjoyed it. Spectacular views. Good food. When we were there it was very quiet and peaceful. Place and grounds well maintained with happy Zebra and 1 angry goose!
The stay was lovely and the recent renovations look great. We have tried two other places in the past, but Lake Kariba Inns is the place to stay in Siavonga. We were really impressed when the team went above the call of duty to get our car running when we found our battery dead in the morning - thank you so much.
The room was dated but very clean and the beds comfortable. We stayed in a villa and had plenty of space for a family of 4. The biggest complaint was that the a/c units were noisy. We could have managed without them but needed them to drown out the noise from a nearby bar. Fortunately the bar was not open too late. Also, the private swimming pool for the villas is not very appealing, but the other 2 pools are close by and very nice. It's a great hotel overall and we definitely plan to stay here again the next time we are in the area.
Lake Kariba Inn is my go to place in Siavonga. Pleasantly arranged pool area, bar and rocky hillside with natural garden. Has many activities on the menu such as tennis court, squash, gym, boating. Restaurant is offering good varieties of continental kitchen.
Nice place and a nice lodge.. but the staff needs improvement. The dishes we ordered had different sides than the menu says and the receptionists are lazy. They could not fix a cab for us because none had talktime