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Motsamai Lodge

3.5 star property
Lodge in Bulawayo with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior detail
Desk, blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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17 Tennyson Avenue, Malindela, Bulawayo
  • Place, Hillside Dams Conservation
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, The Nesbitt Castle
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Zimbabwe International Trade Fair
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bulawayo (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Bulawayo

Motsamai Lodge is located within a mile (2 km) of Hillside Dams Conservation and The Nesbitt Castle. This 15-room, 3.5-star lodge welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Hillside Dams Conservation - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Nesbitt Castle - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Zimbabwe International Trade Fair - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Matobo National Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Queens Sports Club - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC Bulawayo City Centre - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cresta Churchill Hotel Bulawayo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dickies Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪tin cup - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Horizon - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Motsamai Lodge

Lodge in Bulawayo with an outdoor pool and a restaurant
At Motsamai Lodge, guests have access to an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. This lodge also has a garden.
Plasma TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ceiling fans are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • 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 crib
  • 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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 45.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Motsamai Lodge?

Motsamai Lodge offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Motsamai Lodge?

This lodge is located in Bulawayo within a short 16-minute walk of Hillside Dams Conservation. You'll also find Zimbabwe International Trade Fair and Matobo National Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Motsamai Lodge?

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

Does Motsamai Lodge feature a casino on the premises?

No, Motsamai Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Motsamai Lodge?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at Motsamai Lodge?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a garden at this lodge.

Does Motsamai Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does Motsamai Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Motsamai Lodge serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Motsamai Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Motsamai Lodge.

Does Motsamai Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Motsamai Lodge?

The closest major airport to Motsamai Lodge is Bulawayo (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.), which is 16 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Motsamai Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Motsamai Lodge.

Motsamai Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 72 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

shingairai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service.. easy check-in process as well
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tafirenyika

Liked: Cleanliness
Only food a bit expensive
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Naude

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The bedroom was nice (despite the broken shower door) and the rest of the property good as well. There was no restaurant dining or breakfast option, but we found some options in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kuzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s an amazing place the staff is very nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Vitor

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dion, Harare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

joy

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
We cancelled, our bus was cancelled from Victoria Falls to Bulawayo due to Mondays uprise, we grabbed a flight to South Africa
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kudzaishe

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benedict

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

Great place to stay in Bulawayo

We had a great time at Motsamai Lodge. It’s main attraction is the location and proximity to the city. You are only 5 minutes away from Bradfield Market and 10 minutes from downtown. The host were kind and the gateman would wash our car daily, it was part of the package.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kudzaishe

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cosmas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kudzaishe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay. Would definitely book again when passing through Bulawayo.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andile Andy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this place, thank Aunty maSibanda
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Florence

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

FREDDY

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

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

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Traveled 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 traveler
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lionel

Business traveler
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 traveler

Business traveler
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

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