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Royal Solwezi Hotel

147 Old Chingola Road, Solwezi, Zambia
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Royal Solwezi Hotel
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Johannesburg, South Africa
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38 reviews 38 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
55 helpful votes 55 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

The hotel is in the heart of a developing mining area and was fine. The room had hot water and the water pressure was good. The bed ok for comfort with mosquito nets. SA plugs confused our Zambian colleagues who needed SA-UK adapters for computers and cell phones. There is continuing revamping of the rooms - so it is like... More

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Lusaka, Zambia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

One night only stay at this hotel, after reading some reviews prior to booking I was somewhat dreading the decor and overall look of the establishment. On arrival I was greeted by 200 Ltr paint drums on each floor and half finished walls (being painted) was given a sheet with apologies from the management for the facelift being carried out... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 December 2012

Our family have stayed at the Royal Solwezi for weekend getaways a few times over recent months, and my wife and I would certainly agree with Peter F's review. The rooms were good, the food was great, and the staff were excellent - particularly with our boys (aged 3 and 1). The pool was a bit murky, but otherwise we... More

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Lusaka, Zambia
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36 reviews 36 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2012 via mobile

Mixed reactions as while the hotel is in the heart of Africa, very isolated and far from the big cities and supply routes, so are many other lodges and hotels in Zambia and they offer more for the same money. So if a traveller pays the cash, then there is no excuse not to deliver the goods. Work continues on... More

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Beresford, South Dakota, USA
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49 hotel reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 October 2012

It is interesting to see so many excellent reviews and so many terrible ones for one hotel. Last week, several of us traveled through the mines of Zambia and I can tell you that this is one of the best hotels in the Copperbelt area. One must remember that you are in Africa (not South Africa) and that things are... More

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Gothenburg, Sweden
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2012

I love this area i nothern Zambia. I was here on a business trip for a couple of days. The hotel had a good standard and the rooms were nice. Clean and fresh. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The poolarea was nice to relax at after a day of meetings. So when you go to this area you... More

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Warwick, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2012

Spent a few day at the Royal Solwezi Hotel during our honey moon travels and I must say this has been one of the most pleasant stays of the whole trip. I would recommend to anyone who wants luxury for reasonable price. Room was nicely furnished and clean, all amenities in perfect working order. Whenever there was an issue, nice... More

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Ribeauville, France
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2012 via mobile

Where to start , is it the worst place ever , rooms are not finished , floor is normal concret , walls are not finish painted , they not delivery soap or new towels , food is average and damn expensive ! You can agree to go there , because this is africa , but god damned they are charging... More

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Kitwe
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2012

Dear Royal Solwezi Hotel ... POOR.... my worst experience, more than poor i would say! THE WORST I HAVE SEEN IN ZAMBIA or the world for that matter.... FOR many months... need post photo's of the state i have seen you in.... or will gladly upload the photo's taken in Aug 2012... it so sick so much bad bad decor... More

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RoyalSolwezi, Owner at Royal Solwezi Hotel, responded to this review
31 August 2012

Dear Ms. Van Eck, My sincerest apologies that you had such a terrible experience at The Royal Solwezi Hotel. Perhaps, if you had brought your problems to the attention of management, it would have given us the opportunity to do our upmost to improve your stay. Kind regards, The Royal Solwezi Management More

Kampala
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2012

A nicely renovated hotel with spacious rooms and helpful/welcoming staff. Internet had a good connection and was free. Something of a party place at the weekends, nothing ever went later than about midnight. The food was average at best, and expensive compared to other places in town - we ended up eating from Shoprite many days. The pool looks lovely... More

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Additional Information about Royal Solwezi Hotel

Address: 147 Old Chingola Road, Solwezi, Zambia
Region: Zambia > Northwestern Province > Solwezi
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Solwezi
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Situated in the outskirts of the booming town of Solwezi, along the Old Chingola Road, The Royal Solwezi Hotel is the only full service hotel in the North West Province. It is just 10km from First Quantum’s Kansanshi Mine, 60km from the Equinox Mineral’s Lumwana Copper Project, and about 15 minutes drive from the airport. Accommodation comprises 48 rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms, queen size beds, private balconies, air conditioning, electronic safes, 15 satellite TV (DSTV) channels (including ZNBC), tea and coffee making facilities, telephones and wireless internet connection. Conference facilities comprise 2 conference rooms - one seating 15-20 delegates and the other able to hold up to 250 delegates, with standard equipment available. Wining and Dining facilities include a restaurant, offering breakfast, lunch and dinner (buffet and à la carte menu), and a bar which is open from 10h00 until 23h00 daily. There is also a Sports Bar to cater for the requirements associated with major sporting events. Other hotel facilities/amenities include wireless internet access available throughout the hotel, a Business Centre, laundry service, room service, secure open parking and a swimming pool. Transfers to and from the airport are available on request. ... more   less 

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