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Motsamai Lodge

3.5 star property
Lodge in Bulawayo with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Desk, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior detail
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
17 Tennyson Avenue, Malindela, Bulawayo
  • Hillside Dams Conservation
    16 min walk
  • The Nesbitt Castle
    2 min drive
  • Zimbabwe International Trade Fair
    5 min drive
  • Bulawayo (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.)
    28 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Desk, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Bulawayo

At Motsamai Lodge you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Hillside Dams Conservation and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from The Nesbitt Castle. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This lodge offers a 24-hour front desk, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. English breakfast is available daily between 6 AM and 10 AM. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Bulawayo lodge, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Zimbabwe International Trade Fair and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Matobo National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Hillside Dams Conservation - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Nesbitt Castle - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Zimbabwe International Trade Fair - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Matobo National Park - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • National University of Science and Technology - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Bulawayo (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cresta Churchill Hotel Bulawayo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Smokehouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Amal - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Motsamai Lodge

Lodge in Bulawayo with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Motsamai Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Bulawayo lodge.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Motsamai Lodge offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. This Bulawayo lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Motsamai Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 45.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

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: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.0 per night

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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 Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Motsamai Lodge Bulawayo
Motsamai Lodge
Motsamai Bulawayo
Motsamai Lodge Lodge
Motsamai Lodge Bulawayo
Motsamai Lodge Lodge Bulawayo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motsamai Lodge?

Motsamai Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Motsamai Lodge?

Yep, Motsamai Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Motsamai Lodge have a pool?

Motsamai Lodge has an outdoor pool.

Is Motsamai Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Motsamai Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Motsamai Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, English breakfast is on offer daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motsamai Lodge?

No, Motsamai Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Motsamai Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Motsamai Lodge's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motsamai Lodge?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Motsamai Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Motsamai Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 55 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe, quiet and convenient
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, Quiet, Convenient
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, Quiet, Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, Quiet, Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was safe, quiet and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Admire

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vrabcho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

eddy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lionel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Dmitrii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and perfect for traveling around
Nice colonial style place. Good to start traveling around the town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Mary-Anne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gofaone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Tumisang

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

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Lodge!
Fantastic lodge with great personalised service. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Beville, Trinidad W.I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tobias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anastasiia, Philadelphia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazingly stylish hotel
The room is nice to stay. Everything is stylish and tasteful. The staff are extremely polite and friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
awesome
The place was very comfortable, I really enjoyed my stay. the people were awesome