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8.6/10Excellent75 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/10 9.2
Service9.2/10 9.2
Comfort8.6/10 8.6
Condition8.8/10 8.8
Location8.0/10 8.0
Neighborhood8.4/10 8.4
Amenities8.8/10 8.8
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About Motsamai Lodge
Located in Bulawayo, Motsamai Lodge is a 2-minute drive from The Nesbitt Castle and 7 minutes from Bulawayo Railway Museum. This lodge is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Zimbabwe International Trade Fair and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from City Hall.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite. At Motsamai Lodge, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant.
English breakfasts are available daily from 6 AM to 10 AM for a fee. Make yourself at home in one of the 15 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment.
Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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With a stay at Motsamai Lodge in Bulawayo, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Hillside Dams Conservation and The Nesbitt Castle. This lodge is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Zimbabwe International Trade Fair and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Matobo National Park.
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
12:00 PM
Check-in until
midnight
Check-out until
10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No elevators
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Service animals not allowed
Important information
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You need to know
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
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Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- 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
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
Hillside Dams Conservation
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
The Nesbitt Castle
1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Zimbabwe International Trade Fair
3.2 km / 2 mi
Matobo National Park
3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Centenary Park
3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Natural History Museum
4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Bulawayo Theatre
4.6 km / 2.8 mi
National University of Science and Technology
4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Imbali Mall
4.8 km / 3 mi
Bulawayo Railway Museum
5 km / 3.1 mi
City Hall
4.9 km / 3 mi
Queens Sports Club
5.8 km / 3.6 mi
National Art Gallery Bulawayo
5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Free to be Wild Sanctuary
6.7 km / 4.1 mi
Barbourfields Stadium
9 km / 5.6 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- lodge
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Laundry service
- Garden
- Grill/BBQ
- Restaurant
- Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
Upon availability
Room types
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Motsamai Lodge
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Gerald
Ok
shingairai
Great customer service.. easy check-in process as well
Tafirenyika
Only food a bit expensive
Naude
The bedroom was nice (despite the broken shower door) and the rest of the property good as well. There was no restaurant dining or breakfast option, but we found some options in the area.
kuzi
It’s an amazing place the staff is very nice and friendly.
Dion
Nice and clean
joy
We cancelled, our bus was cancelled from Victoria Falls to Bulawayo due to Mondays uprise, we grabbed a flight to South Africa
Benedict
Great place to stay in Bulawayo
We had a great time at Motsamai Lodge. It’s main attraction is the location and proximity to the city. You are only 5 minutes away from Bradfield Market and 10 minutes from downtown. The host were kind and the gateman would wash our car daily, it was part of the package.
Kudzaishe
Pleasant stay. Would definitely book again when passing through Bulawayo.
Andile Andy
Highly recommend this place, thank Aunty maSibanda
Vincent
Safe, quiet and convenient
Vincent
Safe, Quiet, Convenient
Vincent
Safe, Quiet, Convenient
Vincent
Safe, Quiet, Convenient
Vincent
It was safe, quiet and convenient.
Admire
The shower wasnt functioning properly, mixing cold and hot water was a huge task, and there was no hot water in the last 2 days of my stay. I guess the issue of power needs a better back up plan to ensure the comfort of residents. Modernising the showers to a single mixer would be helpful to balance hit and cold water
Lionel
Bulawayo
Great place to stay very safe and secure. It is very quiet great views and experience stunning sunsets
Linen and towels might need to be updated they have seen better days
Linen and towels might need to be updated they have seen better days
Verified traveler
The room was modern and newly built had all the electrical facilities for a international plugs etc.
the lighting in the bathroom could have been better for a ladies make u needs.
the lighting in the bathroom could have been better for a ladies make u needs.
Hilary
Great stay, great staff
They stay was great. We had to wait a bit for our room to be ready at check in, the lady at reception was fine. The two gentleman at reception were very good, even helped us organize tours and excursions. Location good, about 45min walk to the center, but had to take a taxi after dark for safety. Room was very nice and clean, WiFi worked good.
Dmitrii
Good location and perfect for traveling around
Nice colonial style place. Good to start traveling around the town
Nolizwe
Great price for a great space & impeccable service
One of my sisters stayed at Motsamai last year and she couldn’t stop raving about it. I discovered for myself that she wasn’t exaggerating her glowing reviews! It was super clean and comfortable, with a modern feel and serious bang for your buck. I really liked the double sink in the bathroom, as well as the general design of the bathroom. The water pressure in the shower was perfect, and it didn’t take long for the water to heat up. I could have slept all day in that bed, with its warm blankets and plush pillows. The WiFi connection was really strong (something not to be taken for granted!). The kitchen staff graciously accommodated our request for breakfast, at a time when most hotels would have stopped serving that meal! We would have stayed longer if not for the lodge being booked out for the week for a conference! I highly recommend Motsamai, and hope to return someday!
Verified traveler
We had a pleasant stay and enjoyed the breakfast especially the mushroom. Thanks to sekuru he cooks delicious dishes.
We just lacked some cooling in the room as there's no fan or air conditioning because sometimes it was really hot. Other than that everything was fantastic. We will surely come again.
We just lacked some cooling in the room as there's no fan or air conditioning because sometimes it was really hot. Other than that everything was fantastic. We will surely come again.
Gerald
Great Lodge!
Fantastic lodge with great personalised service. Highly recommended.
Wayne
The place to stay while in Bulawayo!
This is a neat and well maintained guest lodge. The grounds and ambiance of this place were delightful day and night. My room was always clean and comfortable with daily maintenance. Hotel staff was friendly, helpful and hospitable. The food although tasty and well prepared lacked variety during my 13 night stay. Thanks to everyone at Motsamai for making my stay a delight.
Beville
Quiet & scenic garden hotel with a dedicated staff
Upon arrival the desk clerk was asking for me among our group of 22, since I had booked from home. The room was available in a matter of minutes. Any request during our stay was handled with much haste and a pleasant smile from all staff. The room cleaning staff during the day took every effort to ensure a spotless environment. The staff always seemed to be willing to assist in any matter, and will literally run to complete their task.
Benjamin
Lovely hotel with incredibly helpful staff
The hotel is fairly centrally located (a short taxi ride from the town centre) but set in a relaxed green space which separates you from any busy-ness outside. The staff are very helpful and friendly; talk through your plans for your stay in Bulawayo with them and they'll probably be able to suggest additional places and activities you haven't thought of before. The rooms are very well sized with comfortable ensuites (shower, bath, etc) and lots of natural light.
Thoroughly recommended.
Thoroughly recommended.
Anastasiia
Amazingly stylish hotel
The room is nice to stay. Everything is stylish and tasteful. The staff are extremely polite and friendly.
Verified traveler
awesome
The place was very comfortable, I really enjoyed my stay. the people were awesome
Sharon
Best place to stay in Bulawayo
This place is absolutely amazing. From ththe service by Mrs Dubiwa, to their team, to the room standards!!! Special mention to the chef \"Sekuru\" who made good meals and being very attentive. Also, special mention to the guys who woke up every morning to clean our car. We were totally in awe of the services offered by this team. Keep it up! I would definitely recommend this place to all!
David
The room we stayed in was not the beautiful modern rooms advertised in the webpage.It wasn't bad but just not what I saw advertised. Bathroom was a bit dated but very clean. Room was very clean. Main bed was very comfortable. Pillows were not great. My sons single bed was not very comfortable. Staff were very hospitable. Breakfasts were lovely.
Sithembinkosi manyoni
Convenient and clean
Amazing
emmanuel
Great service. Nice room.
The service and people are great and helpful. Wifi is annoying that you have to connect again and again. There was a smell in the bathroom! Old water? The guy at the gate was not always around to answer our knock and let us in.
Bekinhlanhla
Worth every star if not more.
The Bhebhe's are exceptional. Thank you and your staff for great service. This place is truly a gem please keep it up.
Lauren
Great lodge
Would recommend this lodge to everyone. We had one night with fantastic service, a great room and dinner under the stars. We did an afternoon safari and walked with Rhinos which was an unbelievable experience.
Verified traveler
Okay
Just an Okay place. Good thing is convinient. Close to the city centre
Babra
Well developed well kept and very comfortable hote
Comfortable
Jana
Comfortable accommodation, friendly staff
Very nice accommodation in a quiet suburb and great service. The rooms are spacious with a nice bathrooms. On arrival there was no AC but on request we got a portable cooling unit. Safe parking. Free wifi.
Verified traveler
Enjoyed our stay
We are very happy with our one night stay. We had dinner($15 pp) and breakfast($10 pp)at the lodge. The food was good, the service was fantastic. All the staff are very kind, friendly, and helpful. The showers were hot as needed as well as the bath. The property is peaceful and serene. The bed was not the most comfortable, and our room was a bit small for 2 people, but it was fine for one night. I would recommend this to everyone and I would not hesitate to stay again.
Mandi
Clean but not impressive
Breakfast was mediocre at $10/pp. Only one towel in a room? Lumpy mattresses.
Allan
Motsamai Lodge
The staff were extremely helpful and attentive. The room was recently refurbished and re-decorated.
The bathroom was large but the shower drainage was slow and the bathroom door had a handle missing so the door could not close.
The bathroom was large but the shower drainage was slow and the bathroom door had a handle missing so the door could not close.
annabel
Comfortable clean hotel
a comfortable clean hotel with lovely bathroom and good bed. Rooms smaller than they look on the internet. Great staff. Pool is only for dipping - not big enough to swim in
annabel
Well kept lodge
this was a pleasant well kept lodge, quite smart and clean with lovely staff.
Erika
Friendly and professional staff and owners
Everybody was very helpful
Safe environment
I can recommend Motsamai Lodge to anyone.
Everybody was very helpful
Safe environment
I can recommend Motsamai Lodge to anyone.
Good sleep
Weekend stay for a wedding
Had a peaceful sleep after a long drive. Comfortable bed, clean sheets . Didnt use much of other services as was coming back to sleep only. The staff was helpful and kind. Saw one or two cochroach, please look at this otherwise place is nice and would use in future again.
Mev MC
Very friendly and accommodating staff
Olga
great staff
The staff at Motsamai had great service and excellent hospitality!
Thomas
Als Zwischenstopp ok. Etwas außerhalb gelegen. Zimmer gleich nach der Einfahrt
nicht zu empfehlen, da ab 5 Uhr früh sehr laut wegen ständigem Öffnen und Schließen des eisernen Rolltores. Frühstück hat noch viel Luft nach oben und ist mit 15US$ / Person völlig überteuert. WLAN-Verbindung langsam und ständig unterbrochen, sodass neue Anmeldung nötig war.
nicht zu empfehlen, da ab 5 Uhr früh sehr laut wegen ständigem Öffnen und Schließen des eisernen Rolltores. Frühstück hat noch viel Luft nach oben und ist mit 15US$ / Person völlig überteuert. WLAN-Verbindung langsam und ständig unterbrochen, sodass neue Anmeldung nötig war.
hans
Comfortabele Lodge in rustige buurt
Zeer tevreden; uitstekende service en zeer oprecht en behulpzaam
hans
Mooie lodge in rustige buurt
Prima prijs/kwaliteitverhouding
Alles ziet er verzorgd uit.
Alles ziet er verzorgd uit.
Location & surroundings
Motsamai Lodge
17 Tennyson Avenue Malindela, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
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