Opened in 2020, just outside of Lusaka, Ciela Resort (formally known as Bonanza) epitomises the contemporary spirit of Africa Rising. The 249 room designer hotel is set in a tranquil, scenic 100-hectare estate which includes a premier 18-hole golf course, the Lusaka International Convention Centre, a luxury Spa, a gym and a choice of fantastic dining experiences. From the stunning expanse of the azure swimming pool to the restaurant spilling out onto generous terraces, the big, high-ceilinged hotel complex is light, airy and open.
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Location
Bonanza Resort is situated just outside of Lusaka, a mere 10 kilometres from the Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. The 100-hectare, exclusive estate offers a tranquil country lifestyle experience untouched by the hustle and bustle of the nearby capital city. Set in sweeping high-plateau grassland fringed by statuesque African trees, the resort is rich in birdlife and peaceful, wide-open scenery. The pristine 18-hole designer golf course and a spectacular 50 metre-long swimming pool add to the tranquillity and beauty of the hotel surroundings. Famous for its spectacular sunsets, Bonanza Resort is a popular venue for sundowners.
Information
The are 249 rooms at the Resort:
Standard Rooms
There are 44 Standard Rooms with 2 extra length queens beds and199 Standard Rooms with extra length king beds and a couch zone. Other room features include:
En-suite bathrooms are light and bright and feature free-standing vanities and extra-large showers with both rain and hand shower fittings
Complimentary WiFi
Large screen TVs and satellite channels
Air-conditioning
Mini bar fridges
Guest safes
Coffee and tea making facilities
In-room dining includes a specially curated room service menu and full bar service
There are 12 interleading rooms which make for the most ideal family rooms. The interleading rooms have both a standard queen and standard king.
Junior Suites with inter-leading standard rooms
There are three Junior Suites with inter-leading Standard Rooms. Light, airy and spacious, these suites have premium views over the golf course estate and include private reception and lounge. Additional facilities include his and her basins and a bathtub.
Presidential Suites with inter-leading standard rooms
There are three Presidential Suites with inter-leading Standard Rooms. Light, airy and spacious, these suites have premium views over the golf course estate and include private reception, lounge and dining areas. Additional facilities include his and her basins and a bathtub.
4 restaurants
3 bars
Spa
Gym
30m swimming pool
18-hole golf course Peter Matkovich design
Meeting and conferencing space
Convention centre
Brewery
Pro shop – includes a gift shop
Golf practice facilities – driving range, putting and chipping green
Social clubhouse
Golf: driving range buy a bucket of 50 balls to practice, 9 holes, 18 holes
Spa: treatments from nails, massages, hair and beauty
Swimming Pool
Gym: equipment ranging from cardio to weight training. Resident hotel guests can access the gym free of charge. Personal training can be booked and is charged for accordingly.
Families can book Deluxe Queen Rooms which are inclusive of 2 queen beds. There are also 36-interleading rooms which have a deluxe king room and an interleading queen room, which sleeps 6 pax in total.
There is a kiddies play area which consists of indoor and outdoor play and minder facilities. There is a half day and full day package. The play area is open form 08h00 – 17h00.
Open All year round
Ciela Resort is actively involved with Apters Group, who they use as their preferred supplier for restaurant and banquet linen. Their philosophy is to rather support a worthy cause rather than purchasing from established brands when Apters can benefit from their funds. For more info on the organisation you can visit their website.
The hotel is run on mains electricity with back up generator. Geysers are solar.
There is WIFI throughout the property
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