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About the Hotel

Josiah Tongogara St, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, 00000
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Near Matobo National Park
Very good
7.4
8.6
/10
1.0
4.0
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Offering an ideal location nearly 25 minutes' walk from Centenary Park, the delightful Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel includes a private art gallery. Situated a short way from the Matobo National Park, the 3-star business hotel has 3 onsite restaurants serving African, international, and local cuisine.

Location

This Bulawayo hotel is centrally located a mere 1.1 km from Hume Park and 250 m from Giga & Sons. The Hillside Dams Conservancy is within easy reach of the Rainbow Bulawayo, while Semi long distance bus stop is merely a 5-minute walk away.

The Bulawayo Railway Museum is 2.4 km from the accommodation.

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

Rooms

The rooms at Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with a minibar fridge, tea and coffee-making facilities for your convenience. In the hotel you can get a room with a private balcony. Featuring a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms also have hair dryers and bath sheets. They offer views of the city.

Eat & Drink

The à la carte restaurant in the property offers breakfast options, while in the à la carte restaurant guests can eat something for high tea. The restaurant serves international cuisine for lunch and dinner. Also, the Rainbow features a cocktail bar. Enjoy international cuisine in the restaurant Indaba Book Cafe, situated 100 metres away.

Leisure & Business

This hotel has a nightclub, a shared lounge, and a hair salon, along with a hot tub. Thanks to a sports club, guests can stay fit at the Rainbow Bulawayo. Business travellers will benefit from conference facilities and complimentary wireless internet access available at 6 meeting rooms on site.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Natural History Museum for fascinating exhibits.
  • Try the local dish 'sadza' at the popular Cuisine Restaurant.
  • Explore the Bulawayo Railway Museum for a unique history lesson.
  • Wander through the Centenary Park for a relaxing afternoon.
  • Shop for crafts at the Bulawayo Artisan Market on weekends.
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Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Standard Double Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.4/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Lift

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

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 features

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel Location

Josiah Tongogara St, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, 00000
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Josiah Tongogara St, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, 00000
Nearby
93b Robert Mugabe Way
Giga & Sons
800 ft
Public Building
Bulawayo City Hall
1500 ft
cnr Leopord Takawira Ave & Robert Mugabe Way
Cape to Cairo
1800 ft
Harvest House Internationa Church
2000 ft
Restaurants
Dickies
400 ft
cnr Tenth Ave & Josiah Tongogara St
Carne Casa
2200 ft
11 Ave
Copa Cubana
2200 ft
105 Robert Mugabe Way
Nando's Jason Hoyo
2000 ft
Jason Moyo St Makokoba
Middys Coffee Shop
2200 ft
129 Josiah Tongagara Avenue
Mashies Coffee Shop and Restraunt
3000 ft
Jason Moyo Treger House Between 11th and 12th Avenue
Mumsie's Kitchen
3100 ft
13th Avenue 44b&C
Ginge's Kitchen
3100 ft
Corner 12th Avenue and Oak Street
Studio Nosh
4200 ft
Restaurant
Getting around
City Centre
Bulawayo6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International (BUQ)33 min  ·  13.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
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.
Number of floors:
8
Number of rooms:
178

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 153 verified reviews
7.8/10
Very good
72%
Recommend
Cleanliness
7.7/10
Comfort
8.0/10
Facilities
7.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.9/10
Location
8.4/10
Staff
8.3/10
Value for money
7.5/10
Guest reviews
based on 253 reviews
7.4/10
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