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Bulawayo Central Lodge

2.5 star property
Guest house near Matobo National Park in Bulawayo

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Executive Room | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Room | Private kitchen | Electric kettle
Executive Room, 2 Double Beds | Private kitchen | Electric kettle
Towels
Executive Room | Living area | LCD TV

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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14th Avenue/Fife Street, Bulawayo
  • Place, Matobo National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Zimbabwe International Trade Fair
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bulawayo Railway Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bulawayo (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Room | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Bulawayo

City center stay.You'll find Matobo National Park and Zimbabwe International Trade Fair within a 15-minute walk of this Bulawayo guesthouse. Bulawayo Railway Museum and National Art Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Matobo National Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Zimbabwe International Trade Fair - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bulawayo Railway Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • City Hall - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Queens Sports Club - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bulawayo (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC Bulawayo City Centre - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cresta Churchill Hotel Bulawayo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪tin cup - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Canela Coffee Shop/Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Bulawayo Central Lodge

Guest house near Matobo National Park in Bulawayo
As a guest of Bulawayo Central Lodge, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This Bulawayo guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1922
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Bulawayo Central Lodge offers 16 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature ceiling fans. Accommodations have kitchenettes with separate dining areas.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 10 per person

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium channels

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 10 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per person (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Bulawayo City Lodge
Bulawayo Central Bulawayo
Bulawayo Central Lodge Bulawayo
Bulawayo Central Lodge Guesthouse
Bulawayo Central Lodge Guesthouse Bulawayo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bulawayo Central Lodge to the airport?

Bulawayo Central Lodge is 13.9 mi (24-min drive) away from the Bulawayo (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bulawayo Central Lodge?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bulawayo Central Lodge on Nov 9, 2025 start from $55.56, 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.

Does Bulawayo Central Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Bulawayo Central Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 15 per person, one-way.

Does Bulawayo Central Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Bulawayo Central Lodge, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 3 and 10 per person.

Is there a casino at Bulawayo Central Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Bulawayo Central Lodge?

Check-in begins at noon.

Is there free parking at Bulawayo Central Lodge?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Bulawayo Central Lodge have a pool?

Bulawayo Central Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Bulawayo Central Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Bulawayo Central Lodge to downtown Bulawayo?

Bulawayo Central Lodge is 3.6 mi away from Bulawayo.

Reviews

Bulawayo Central Lodge Reviews

6.6

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Beullah

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No kettle to make hot cup of tea, no milk, no tea or coffee, No toilet rolls No dust bin Sheets were not changed they showed someone had slept on them. A very dust room Shower floor slippery,not scrubbed it was dirty
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tarisai

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If only they could have microwaves to warm take away foods, kettles to boil water to make tea or coffee They also have to fumigate their apartments, there are alot of cockroaches. Security looks slack as the outside is umanned and always open even with noone on the reception, intruders or assailants can easily walk in and ravage the holidaymakers willy nilly and walk out unnoticed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What is shown online is miles away from you see. Expedia should not associate with this lodge. By associating with this lodge your reputation is on the line. I will not use Expedia because if this lodge. An investigation into this lodge needs to be carried out immediately to protect others.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Agatha

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
-Best place,located near the City (saves Money and Time)-everything available nearer. -Friendly and Kind staff members
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROY ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sikhumbuzo

Traveled with family

The hotel need to be refurbish to make b& b that it

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2017

8/10 Good

P&D, Canada

Liked: Staff & service

Central location and friendly staff

The owner went out of his way to ensure our comfort, offeriing to supply local cash for dinner (there is a cash crisis here) and drove us to the bus depot at no charge when our taxi didn't arrive. CouldnT have asked for a nicer host.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Judy, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Central friendly accommodation in Bulawayo

We enjoyed our stay! The owner/manager was very friendly and helpful, going out of his way to send us transportation info in advance, and offering useful info about the city once we got there. The other staff members were likewise nice. The room was a bit worn, but large, clean and very comfortable. No AC, but plenty of cross-ventilation with a good fan, and lots of light. Walking distance to the town center and various dining options.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

AF, Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable, basic hotel with helpful owner

The rooms are spacious, comfortable and clean, even if somewhat basic. There was a problem with the water pressure, and the owner allowed us to use the shower in another room (only slightly better). Despite this we enjoyed our stay and benefitted from the help of the owner. He was Extremely helpful and nice, and is more than willing to go the extra mile. Given the difficulties of traveling in Zimbabwe, I would recommend the hotel mainly because of his help!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Chris, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Hotel tired, no breakfast, but owner exceptional.

Clean, large room, in need of refurbishment, but really enjoyed stay due to owner. Took us in his car for breakfast and picked us up afterwards. Hotel, like Bulawayo itself, was in need of some love and attention. Also opened up much earlier for us as we arrived by train.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Spacious rooms that need an upgrade

The owner of the establishment is very helpful and goes out of his way to assist his guests.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

friendly host

friendly host, mom and pop style, the owners themself takes pains to satisfy guest's needs such as loaning charger, taking around for sightseeing, guiding for the attractions around

10/10 Excellent

Wendell, Portland, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

For a great experience in Bulawayo!!

Due to some confusion on my part I arrived a day early. The host was very accommodating and juggled rooms so I could stay in one room for the duration of my visit. I had not booked tours with local tour guys since many them required a minimum of 4 people.. Again the proprietor took it upon himself to solve my problems and I was able to visit evert site I wanted - Matopos and Khami as well as take in some other sites I had not planned.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Deepak the owner very helpful Great central location, close to transport links.

10/10 Excellent

just

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋は、多少古い感じはするが、広くて快適。 スタッフも近くのレストラン、両替や買い物の相談に新設に対応してくれました。 ここは一泊で、後日ブラワヨでは別ホテルで３泊したのですが、 全部ここにしとけばよかったと後悔するほど良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location close to the city center.

Good location close to the city center. Friendly and helpful owner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Pascal, Rennes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Bon rapport qualité-prix

Excellent accueil, personnel très sympathique. Très bons conseils et aide pour les visites. Principaux musées à distance de marche (15-30 minutes maxi). Mobilier et TV un peu vétuste mais propreté excellente.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

2/10 Terrible

AVW, Netherlands

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awful

Never ever go here! The room was far from clean, stains in and dirt on the carpet everywhere. Only the beds were cleanish and more or less comfortable. Lots of the things in the room were broken; toilet seat, floor, sink etc. The 'kitchen' is just some cupboards with nothing, no water cooker, stove, toaster or even plates or cutlery. There is no shower, only a bath tub, so you need to use a cup or so to take a 'shower'. We caught around 50 mosquitos, although there were hardly any mosquitos around at that time in Bulawayo. And the free WiFi doesn't reach the rooms.