Is Bulawayo Central Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bulawayo Central Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

Does Bulawayo Central Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 15 per person applies.

Where is Bulawayo Central Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Bulawayo, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Matobo National Park, Zimbabwe International Trade Fair, and Bulawayo Railway Museum. National Art Gallery and City Hall are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Bulawayo Central Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

About the neighborhood

Located in Bulawayo, Bulawayo Central Lodge is in the city center and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Matobo National Park and Centenary Park, while Bulawayo Railway Museum and Natural History Museum are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Queens Sports Club, and consider making time for Zimbabwe International Trade Fair, a top attraction not to be missed.

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6/10 Okay

Agatha

Sep 19, 2023

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

4/10 Poor

Beullah

May 10, 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Nov 15, 2024

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

6/10 Okay

Tarisai

Feb 21, 2025

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

Paul

Apr 16, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROY ANTHONY

Feb 23, 2023

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

Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sikhumbuzo

Feb 20, 2023

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

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

just

Sep 30, 2019

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

May 10, 2019

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2017

8/10 Good

P&D, Canada

Feb 13, 2018

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

Nov 4, 2017

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

Sep 2, 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Jun 12, 2017

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

Aug 13, 2016

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.

8/10 Good

Chris, UK

Aug 2, 2016

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

Jul 28, 2016

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.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Jul 8, 2016

Disliked: Staff & service

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Jun 20, 2016

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

May 8, 2016

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.

2/10 Terrible

AVW, Netherlands

May 1, 2016

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.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Dec 25, 2015

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

Deepak the owner very helpful Great central location, close to transport links.

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