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Gwango Elephant Lodge

3.5 star property
Lodge in Dete with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Hwange National Park, Dete
  • Place, Painted Dog Conservation
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Hwange National Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Railway Recreation Center
    ‪24 min drive‬

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Dete

Gwango Elephant Lodge places you 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Hwange National Park and 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Railway Recreation Center. This 11-room, 3.5-star lodge has conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Painted Dog Conservation - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Hwange National Park - 21 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Railway Recreation Center - 24 min drive - 12.1 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Falls (VFA) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Waterbuk's Head - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Gwango Heritage Lodge Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Gwango Elephant Lodge

Lodge in Dete with free breakfast and a restaurant
Guests staying at Gwango Elephant Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. There's free parking, as well as an airport shuttle for a fee (available 24 hours). Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, concierge services, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include wedding services and barbecue grills.
Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer designer toiletries. Coffee makers, desks, and wardrobes or closets are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Giraffe Lounge
  • Gwango Boma
  • The Stone House

Things to do

  • Ecotours

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park

More

  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
There is no front desk at this property
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive check-in instructions prior to their arrival.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Gwango Elephant Lodge?

This lodge is located in Dete, close to Hwange National Park.

Is there parking available at Gwango Elephant Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Gwango Elephant Lodge include a casino on the premises?

No, Gwango Elephant Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gwango Elephant Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Gwango Elephant Lodge?

There are many amenities for couples at this lodge, including a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature private plunge pools.

Does Gwango Elephant Lodge have a hot tub?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Gwango Elephant Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Gwango Elephant Lodge serves free full breakfasts at The Stone House each morning.

Does Gwango Elephant Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Gwango Elephant Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Gwango Elephant Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Gwango Elephant Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at this lodge offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy garden or pool views.

Does Gwango Elephant Lodge offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Gwango Elephant Lodge.

Gwango Elephant Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Lovely stay at Gwango

We had a lovely time staying 2 nights at Gwango Elephant Lodge. The staff were all very helpful and the food was excellent. This was a very peaceful place and was amazing to have elephants just outside the dining area when eating dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Left without checking in

This lodge came as a big disappointment after we had stayed in nine other lodges on our road trip from South Africa and around Zimbabwe. All were excellent. While the owner, Elizabeth, was very pleasant on arrival, Gwango does not match its description and ironically was the most expensive rate paid for any of our other accommodation. There were no other guests despite it being peak tourist season and the surrounding lodges having high occupancies. The chalets are modest at best without coffee or tea making facilities or bottled water. There was undue interference by visiting family members with the duties of the camp staff. Despite this being a bush camp there were constantly barking dogs from the owners nearby house.There is no basic wifi. We were lucky to secure the last chalet in a neighbouring lodge. Regrettably we have also had no response from Hotel.com to our written complaint.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Conny Maria, Palapye

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

truly fantastic African experience

Completely amazing. Real African with a view of the pan. Additionally, the staff & owners were indescribably attentive and lovely. We were celebrating my husband's birthday and they made it amazing. The best part was a birthday cake. Made of elephant dung! Fabulous!!! Will never forget it.

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mooie locatie in de bush net buiten Hwange park, maar in open verbinding. Veel olifanten rondom de Lodge. Uiterst vriendelijk personeel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

emm, very good

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

Great place to watch wildlife

really nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Walter Lerch, Gräfelfing, Deutschland

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

Näher dran geht's nicht.....

Wir waren als Motorradgruppe dort. Wurden von den Eigentümern sehr herzlich empfangen. Sie haben sich um alles hervorragend gekümmert und waren ständig parat. In der Nacht sind wir zu einer Elephantengruppe gefahren, die sich wohl stets in Lodgenähe aufhält..... Ein super Erlebnis....