10/10 Excellent
Taurai
Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Oct 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Taurai
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Southern Cross Estate
4.5 star property
Suburban lodge in Bulawayo with free parking
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Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Parking included
- Breakfast available
- Free WiFi
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Business services
Explore the area
22 Jaywick Rd, Bulawayo, Bulawayo Province, 263
- National University of Science and Technology5 min drive
- The Nesbitt Castle7 min drive
- Matobo National Park9 min drive
- Bulawayo (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.)36 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Standard Suite
Standard Suite
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
About the neighborhood
Bulawayo
Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Hillside Dams Conservation, Southern Cross Estate places you within a few miles (5 km) of National University of Science and Technology. Each of the 6 rooms at this 4.5-star lodge includes a patio, a sitting area, and a private yard.
What's nearby
- Hillside Dams Conservation - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
- National University of Science and Technology - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
- The Nesbitt Castle - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
- Zimbabwe International Trade Fair - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
- Matobo National Park - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles
Getting around
- Bulawayo (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
- Nando's - 9 min drive
- Cresta Churchill Hotel Bulawayo - 9 min drive
- Nando's - 9 min drive
- The Smokehouse - 5 min drive
- Amal - 10 min drive
About this property
Southern Cross Estate
Suburban lodge in Bulawayo with free parking
At Southern Cross Estate, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a computer station. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this luxury lodge include a terrace, laundry facilities, and local meal delivery service.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 30-inch TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer rainfall showers. Patios, sitting areas, and private yards are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Languages
Afrikaans, Dutch, English, French
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free secured self parking on site
- Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
- Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 20 per person
- Couples/private dining
- Private picnics
Things to do
- 18-hole adjacent golf course
- Golf caddies
- Golf clubhouse
- Playground
- TV in common areas
Family friendly
- Changing table
- Laundry facilities
- Playground
Conveniences
- Guidebooks
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
- Water dispenser
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Multilingual staff
- Proposal/romance packages
- Tour and ticket assistance
- Turndown service
- Wedding services
Business services
- 4,306 square feet of conference space
- Computer station
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- In a nature reserve
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
- Terrace
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 10 accessible parking spaces
- Front entrance ramp
- Grab bar in shower (35 inches high)
- Lever door handles
- No elevator (single-level property)
- Portable shower seat
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (35 inches high)
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
- Communal living room
- Designated smoking areas
- Fireplace in lobby
- Reception hall
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- 30-inch TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
- Chef service
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Meal delivery service
- Restaurant dining guides
More
- Electrical adapters
- Fan
- Heating
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
- Service animals exempt from fees
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:
- Cash deposit: USD 36 per accommodation, per stay
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 4 to 20 per person
- Firewood fee: USD 5 per day
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 and cash
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
- Check-in: 2:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- 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 and cash.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the lodge at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
- There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
Southern Cross Estate Lodge
Southern Cross Estate Bulawayo
Southern Cross Estate Lodge Bulawayo
Frequently asked questions
Are free cancellation options available at Southern Cross Estate?
Southern Cross Estate offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.
What can I see near Southern Cross Estate?
This lodge is located in Bulawayo, close to The Nesbitt Castle, Zimbabwe International Trade Fair, and Matobo National Park. You'll also find Hillside Dams Conservation and Centenary Park within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at Southern Cross Estate?
Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the lodge. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.
Does Southern Cross Estate feature a casino?
No, Southern Cross Estate doesn't have a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at Southern Cross Estate?
No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.
Is Southern Cross Estate a good place to stay for couples?
There are many amenities for couples at this lodge, including access to a chef as well as private dining and proposal/romance packages.
Are there hot tubs at Southern Cross Estate?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.
Does Southern Cross Estate feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?
Southern Cross Estate offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.
Does Southern Cross Estate allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at Southern Cross Estate though service animals are welcome.
Are there connecting rooms at Southern Cross Estate?
No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How close is the airport from Southern Cross Estate?
The closest major airport to Southern Cross Estate is Bulawayo (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.), which is 17.8 mi away (43 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies at Southern Cross Estate?
Yes, every guestroom at Southern Cross Estate comes with a patio with some featuring garden views.
Does Southern Cross Estate have a wedding venue?
If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Southern Cross Estate.
Southern Cross Estate Reviews
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Cleanliness
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Naude
Traveled with partner
Sep 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice place with beautiful gardens and a nice country feel to it, despite it1s very convenient location close to everything. The meals were excellent and affordable (unlike some other places in the country)
Naude
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024