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Great Zimbabwe Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Masvingo with spa services and seasonal outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Tennis court
BBQ/picnic area
Standard Room
Front of property
Daily buffet breakfast (ZWL 25 per person)

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

Map
Great Zimbabwe Road, Masvingo
  • Great Zimbabwe National Monument
    6 min walk
  • Great Zimbabwe Museum
    7 min walk
  • Lake Mutirikwi
    12 min drive
  • Masvingo (MVZ)
    33 min drive

Room options

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Standard Room | View from room

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Masvingo

At Great Zimbabwe Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Great Zimbabwe National Monument and Great Zimbabwe Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The buffet restaurant, The Great Enclosure, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Cocktail bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with breakfast and lunch. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court and seasonal outdoor swimming pool as well as access to ecotours. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, spa services and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Masvingo hotel include Lake Mutirikwi and Church of St Francis of Assisi.

What's nearby

  • Great Zimbabwe National Monument - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Great Zimbabwe Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake Mutirikwi - 12 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Church of St Francis of Assisi - 29 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Kyle Game Park - 69 min drive - 55.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Great Enclosure Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Lion & Elephant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Great Zimbabwe Hotel

Hotel in Masvingo with spa services and seasonal outdoor pool
Great Zimbabwe Hotel offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, gift shops/newsstands, and laundry facilities are also featured at Great Zimbabwe Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Masvingo hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Great Zimbabwe Hotel offers 47 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and free toiletries. Satellite televisions are provided. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZWL 25 for adults and ZWL 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cocktail bar
  • The Great Enclosure

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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 Great Zimbabwe Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 buffet breakfast: from approximately ZWL 25 for adults and from ZWL 12 for children

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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, Mastercard, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 January and close on 31 December.
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Great Zimbabwe Hotel
Great Zimbabwe Hotel Masvingo
Great Zimbabwe Masvingo
Great Zimbabwe Hotel Hotel
Great Zimbabwe Hotel Masvingo
Great Zimbabwe Hotel Hotel Masvingo

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Great Zimbabwe Hotel?

Yep, Great Zimbabwe Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Zimbabwe Hotel?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Zimbabwe Hotel on 8 Dec 2024 start from AU$207.66, including 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.

Is there a spa on site at Great Zimbabwe Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer spa services.

Does Great Zimbabwe Hotel have a pool?

Great Zimbabwe Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from January 01 to December 31).

Does Great Zimbabwe Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Great Zimbabwe Hotel?

No, Great Zimbabwe Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Great Zimbabwe Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Great Zimbabwe Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Great Zimbabwe Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Great Zimbabwe Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 40 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Naude

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An older property providing all amenities and services we needed. Slightly on the expensive side, especially the restaurant and laundry services, but a good stay overall
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

MR TAFARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Vushe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very punctual The ladies in the restaurant are superb, always willing to assist and with a smile...
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Laura, Aledo

Meal prices were much higher than anticipated for breakfast and dinner buffets
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Douglas, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Millicent

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great stay

2/10 Terrible

Innocent

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Dr Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here one night to not be in a rush while seeing the ruins. Delightful property that is clean, safe and surrounded by various animals at night (monkeys, baboons, etc). Food quality was good at the restaurant but buffet dinner starts too late - tourists don't care to wait until 19:00 to eat, they are up early to do tours and want to eat when they come back and move on with the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the swimming pool. The food was okay but not great. Power outage was a disappointment but I realize there was nothing to be done.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Misa, Harare

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very African Standard. Quite diffent between their broucher and the real guest room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Rachel, Harare

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't like anything about this property. I was very badly treated, given an awful room which was no where near the standard i would have expected for the price I paid. I did eventually get another room, which was better but still not great, noisy, cold shower, very dated, broken chair and three bathroom wasn't that clean. Food was also of a poor quality
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Good position for viewing the Great Zimbabwe Ruins
We chose this hotel for its nearness to the great Zimbabwean Ruins. It is a pleasant 700 metres walk. Our room was large, room and bathroom in need of upgrading. The bed large and comfortable. The staff without exception were friendly, helpful and efficient. The buffet breakfast, which was included was great. There are no aircons only a fan. Feel that this Hotel is over priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Yvette

Hotel in desperate need of renovation
Though the setting is stunning and the staff is sweet the hotel is completely overpriced for the current state it is in. As with many of Zim hotels it has not had any renovations or upgrading done in decades. The bathroom was the worst, hardly a working shower and the tab of the basin did not give water. Loose tiles, dirty walls, chips and cracks everywhere. The setting is great, next to the stunning Great Zimbabwe monument.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Øyvind

Liked: Staff & service
Expensive and not so impressive but great location
Service was great, even the trainees did a nice job. Large room with a large bed, not so comfortable shower and bathroom. The food in the restaurant was not particularly good. All in all I'd say you stay at this place for the location, since you can walk to the Great Zimbabwe Ruins. Other than that, it's totally overpriced for the quality it offers, and that goes for both the room and the food.

8/10 Good

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Zimbabwe
Best location to visit Great Zimbabwe

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Osato, nigeria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
serenity!
lovely hotel in the middle of nowhere! was a bit difficult to locate but once we found it, I was glad I had booked it. its also unbelievably close to the great zimbabwe ruins, which worked out perfectly staff are very nice as well.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Lesley, Corbridge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Take lots of cash
In general it was great. The staff are welcoming and helpful. The location couldn't be bettered. The hotel is a bit distressed, but attempts have been made to improve things. There was plenty of hot water and the beds were very comfortable with good linen. The few glitches are not worth mentioning; this is Zimbabwe after all. The main problem was that the card machine was not working and we had to use up all our cash. That left us with nothing to tip the staff, which was a shame as they deserved it.

8/10 Good

Ralf, Wiedemar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
My last visit to this hotel was in 1997. Some parts have been renovated. It was a pity, that the door facing to the swimming pool couldn't be opened due to defective door lock. Missed the peacocks, which were there earlier and also the palm tree with the weaver bird nests. It was an attraction at that time. Food and staff very good. I find the hotel overpriced. Need some adaptation. Anyway, might be back in a while.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023