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It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Harare with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Daily continental breakfast for a fee
Twin Room (Beira) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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25 Ridge Road, Harare, Harare Province
  • Place, Avondale Shopping Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Avondale Flea Market
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, National Botanic Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harare (HRE-Harare Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Kilimanjaro) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Kilimanjaro)

  • Sleeps 13
  • 1 Twin Bed and 6 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Private Bathroom (Blantyre)

Family Room, Private Bathroom (Blantyre) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Family Room, Private Bathroom (Blantyre)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom (Vumba)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom (Whindoek) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Double Room, Private Bathroom (Whindoek)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room (Durban)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room (Zanzibar)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room (Zambezi)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room (Beira)

Twin Room (Beira) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Twin Room (Beira)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room (Arusha)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Single Room (Chimanimani)

Single Room (Chimanimani) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Single Room (Chimanimani)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room (Luanda)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Room (Caravan Basic)

Room (Caravan Basic) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room (Caravan Basic)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Room (Caravan Deluxe)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Twin Room (Maun)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom (Inhambane)

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom (Inhambane) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom (Inhambane)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room (Mbabane) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Twin Room (Mbabane)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room (Mombasa)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room (Domboshava)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Harare

It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel places you within a leisurely stroll of Avondale Shopping Centre and Avondale Flea Market. This 18-room hostel has conveniences like a bar/lounge, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Avondale Shopping Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Avondale Flea Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Harare Sports Club - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • National Botanic Gardens - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • U.S. Embassy in Zimbabwe - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Harare (HRE-Harare Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vali's Bakery & Café - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Edge Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Londoner's Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gava's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel

Hostel in Harare with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool
At It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 25 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Relax with a rainfall shower. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 582 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 10 per day
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 2.00 per person, per night
  • Bed sheets fee: USD 1 per person

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 6 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)

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

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, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge
It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel Harare

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

This hostel is located in Harare, a short 11-minute walk from Avondale Shopping Centre and also 13 minutes on foot from Avondale Flea Market. You'll also find Harare Sports Club and Longcheng Plaza within a short drive.

Is there parking available at It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

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

Does It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel feature a casino at the property?

No, It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hostel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and proposal/romance packages.

Does It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

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

How close is the airport from It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

The closest major airport to It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel is Harare (HRE-Harare Intl.), which is 10.9 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

No, at It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Does It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at It's a Small World Backpackers Lodge - Hostel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

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