Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel

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Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel
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Overview

Located approximately 5 minutes' walk from Giga & Sons, the delightful Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel offers 181 rooms with views of the city. There is a coach station within reach of this 3-star business hotel, and guests can easily reach Matobo National Park which is just 0.7 km away.

Location

The property puts you right in the centre of Bulawayo, only 1.1 km from St Marys Cathedral and approximately a 10-minute ride from Bulawayo Golf Club. Cultural sights in the area are The Hillside Dams Conservancy National Monument (4.7 km) and Bulawayo Railway Museum (2.4 km). Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe is accessible within an 18-minute walk.

For those travelling from afar, Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International airport is 27 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

The rooms at the Rainbow Bulawayo have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with a mini fridge bar for your convenience. An iron/ironing board and air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort. Bathrooms come with a tub and a separate toilet, along with a hair dryer and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is provided in the restaurant. Loziba is one of the 3 in-house restaurants. Guests can relax and have a snack in the lounge bar.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 10:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$20 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of floors:8
Number of rooms:178
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Double bed1 Double bed1 King-size bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Standard Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 Double bed2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Spa and relaxation

Massage

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

  • Night club
  • Entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Massage

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 82 £
📏 Distance to centre 500 m
🗺️ Location rating 9.2
✈️ Distance to airport 21.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International, BUQ

Location

Address
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Josiah Tongogara St, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, 00000
Map view
Josiah Tongogara St, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, 00000
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Milton Junior school
150 m
93b Robert Mugabe Way
Giga & Sons
230 m
Borrow Street swimming pool
360 m
Public Building
Bulawayo City Hall
450 m
The Wildlife Society
470 m
cnr Leopord Takawira Ave & Robert Mugabe Way
Cape to Cairo
520 m
Harvest House Internationa Church
590 m
Restaurant
Dickies
100 m
Restaurant
Carne Casa
650 m
Restaurant
Copa Cubana
670 m
Restaurant
Nando's Jason Hoyo
600 m
Restaurant
Middys Coffee Shop
650 m
Restaurant
Mashies Coffee Shop and Restraunt
890 m
Restaurant
Mumsie's Kitchen
930 m
Restaurant
Ginge's Kitchen
920 m
Restaurant
Studio Nosh
1.3 km

Reviews of Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel

7.5 /10
Very good
254 reviews
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  • S
    Steven
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 21 Nov
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    7.0
    convenient location
    helpful staff
    room maintenance

    Enjoyed my stay at the Rainbow in Bulawayo! Super convenient location made exploring easy. Staff were so helpful, though the room could've used better care. A few hiccups with wifi and room amenities, but overall a solid experience. Would recommend!

    Standard Double Room
  • J
    John
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 20 Nov
    Perfect
    9.0

    The breakfast was delicious at reasonable rates, the food was good. The staff was really helpful and respectful and everything was perfect.

  • E
    Eva
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 11 Nov
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service8.0
    Dining8.0
    7.0
    cozy atmosphere
    ineffective air conditioning

    The Standard Double Room offered a cozy atmosphere and excellent breakfast options. The air conditioning didn't work well .

    Standard Double Room
  • E
    Elliot
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 09 Nov
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    friendly staff

    Single traveler delight

    Spent three nights at this place, and I gotta say, the staff were top notch, always ready to help. At the restaurant, I was amazed by how fresh and mouth-watering the food was. I still salivate thinking about that dinner.

    It wasn't cheap but still within reason.

    Standard Double Room
  • J
    Jade
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 09 Nov
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service8.0
    Dining6.0
    7.0
    convenient location
    poor bedding

    The location was quite convenient, being close to

    Various attractions and business venues. The staff were notably friendly and always eager to assist. The quality of the bedding left something to be desired, as did the breakfast options, which could be improved for future stays.

    Standard Double Room
  • D
    Don
    United States
    Wrote a review on 09 Nov
    Very good
    7.0

    i used free parking on site. it is in front of the airport. i greatly enjoyed bulawayo rainbow.

  • A
    Arthur
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 05 Nov
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service8.0
    Dining8.0
    7.0
    central location
    limited amenities

    A good stay in Bulawayo

    The hotel's central location made it easy to access local attractions. I particularly enjoyed the warm hospitality from the staff, who always greeted me with a smile and provided prompt service. Breakfast was a highlight with a spread that included freshly baked options.

    Unfortunately, my room had limited amenities. There were two plugs but only one was functional with inconvenience while using the kettle and ironing. I found the room cleanliness could be improved, especially with attention to detail in the bathroom.

    Standard Double Room
  • J
    Jackson
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 23 Oct
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service8.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    delicious offerings

    Delicious offerings, friendly atmosphere, really good cleanliness, a wonderful stay awaits.

    Standard Double Room
  • I
    Isaac
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 21 Oct
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service7.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    secure car
    parking situation
    limited provisions

    secure guest car park, centrally located, clean fitness centre

    The parking situation felt sketchy at night!!! The room lacked a safe box for valuables!!! The shower cap and pad bag were inconsistently provided!!! Limited tea provisions. Noise from the mini fridge kept me up!!!

    Standard Double Room
  • O
    Oliver
    United Kingdom
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on 14 Oct
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service6.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    cockroaches
    flooding bathroom

    The rainbow in bulawayo is underwhelming. Flooding bathroom floors and cockroaches roaming freely? So charming, but i almost gave a good review until i discovered there's no safe for my valuables. I expected at least a complimentary gesture after all that chaos, but i guess that's too much to ask.

    Standard Double Room
  • S
    Sid
    United Kingdom
    left 5 reviews
    Wrote a review on 15 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    clean room
    conference facilities

    I loved the clean standard double room with a cozy vibe. The conference facilities were excellent for our business needs, and the location was perfect for exploring the city. One highlight was how quickly they assisted us with our bags.

    Standard Double Room

FAQ about Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel hotel?
Staying nearly a 25-minute walk from the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel hotel, guests will find one of the top-rated landmarks, The Hanging Tree, whereas Old Bulawayo is 1.5 km away.
What popular attractions are closest to Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel hotel?
Guests of Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel hotel can visit Giga & Sons (quite close to the accommodation), or Matobo National Park placed 9 minutes' walk away.
Is airport shuttle provided by the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel hotel?
Bus shuttle which will take you to the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel hotel with a 27-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there free parking in the hotel?
Yes, at the hotel parking is provided on site for free.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at this delightful hotel?
Unfortunately, this delightful hotel does not have on-site dining options, but there is a variety of restaurants just outside the property - visit the highly rated café Middys Coffee Shop-9/10 according to reviews-or Carne Casa, which is popular for its South American dishes and is placed only an 8-minute walk away.
Does the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel?
Guests of the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 07:00. Late check-in is also possible by prior arrangement with the property.
How much does a room at the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel hotel cost?
The prices at the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel hotel start from $130.
What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?
Payment methods in the hotel include:
  • сash
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
What room types does the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel hotel comprise?
The delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel hotel provides such room types as Deluxe Queen Room, Standard Twin Room, and Standard Queen Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel?
All rooms of the delightful 3-star Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel feature a mini fridge bar as well as a personal safe, some of them boast private bathrooms along with hairdryers and dressing gowns.
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