Deep in a national park, Hwange Safari Lodge offers an immersive experience with game and wildlife viewing, two on-site restaurants serving breakfast to dinner, and a garden to unwind. Stay connected with high-speed WiFi or indulge in shopping on site while previous guests rave about their stay.
Railway Recreation Center - 25 min drive - 19.8 km
Restaurants
The Waterbuk's Head - 18 min drive
About this property
Hwange Safari Lodge
Hwange Safari Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Dete. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Dingani Restaurant, which serves dinner and is one of 2 restaurants. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
100 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 1 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Tennis
Wildlife and game drive
Wildlife viewing
Shopping
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LED TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Dingani Restaurant - This restaurant serves dinner only.
Pool Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
COVID-19 testing fee (antigen/rapid screening): USD 10.00 per person, per stay
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 30.00 for adults and USD 15.00 for children
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 5642/2005
Also known as
Hwange Safari Lodge Dete
Hwange Safari Dete
Hwange Safari Hotel Harare
Hwange Safari Lodge Dete
Hwange Safari Lodge Hotel
Hwange Safari Lodge Hotel Dete
Frequently asked questions
Does Hwange Safari Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hwange Safari Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hwange Safari Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Are pets allowed at Hwange Safari Lodge?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hwange Safari Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hwange Safari Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Hwange Safari Lodge and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes game viewing and a wildlife and game drive. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hwange Safari Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
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Hwange Safari Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Animals
Service staff
Room
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 20, 2025
nice property, polite staff, good food, will stay again
sabu
sabu, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 25, 2024
Nice place. Pity did not have much time there
Memory
Memory, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Sep 13, 2023
Nice people and goog food
Gerard van den van den
Gerard van den van den, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 10, 2024
Safe, quiet, lovely staff, you can see animals through the sliding doors glass in your room.
Shadreck
Shadreck, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 2, 2022
Had a great time.
Karen
10/10 Excellent
Oct 9, 2024
We could not fault our stay at hwange safari lodge. The wildlife came regularly to the watering holes which was a truly memorable experience. They have a raised platform
With a bar which offers a great view of the plain. All the staff were so friendly and attentive and the food was very good. It is one of the best hotel
Experiences we have had anywhere and we travel extensively. We cannot recommend it highly enough
Moira
Moira, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Nov 17, 2023
Very nicely set close to a waterhole to watch animals come and drink
Brendan
Brendan, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 27, 2024
Always Great
The rooms are renovated and tastefully decorated. The public areas are currently being done and will be fabulous when completed mid year. The setting is amazing and the staff very friendly.
Lynn
Lynn, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
May 18, 2023
It was a nice and clean accommodation
Very friendly staff
But too expensive
Ralph
Ralph, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 15, 2024
Quiet but pleasant
The lodge was great with the night visit from elephants and loads of other animals out front. The visit being in the low season didn't affect quality of the game drive but the numbers were low but some good quality views in terms of variety.
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 24, 2022
Excellent lodge to stay at when visiting Hwange National Park. The hotel is falling apart though and needs a proper room by room gut renovation. We had to switch rooms twice, and late at night, the first night we were there. The third room we got, at which point we were upgraded, was great but not at 23:00 when you have a 06:30 full day safari the next day.
The hotel should do a gut renovation in groups of rooms at a time otherwise the reviews will struggle to be 5* (when they really should be but animals and safari drives are not part of a hotel's/lodge's reviews).
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 27, 2024
We were booked on a game tour at 3.00 - 6.00 and then changed to 10.00 to 1.00. After 75 minutes we had not seen one animal, we then visited two waterholes and no game, and this was irresponsible and disappointing. Please ensure you keep to original bookings and 10.00 to 1.00 is not a good time for game, and Benson must be more aware of where game moves and lives. He also drove at 40kph instead of the 60kph speed limit to the Park and had no humour or communication.
Malcolm
Malcolm, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 14, 2024
- the entrance atmosphere felt a bit cold as the half of the common area including the lobby was under renovation
- they called us multiple times late evening and early morning to confirm safari details e.g. time or dietary requirements for the lunchbox.. all of this could have been done upon checkin (which we asked) instead of their convenience of time
- email responses weren’t particularly helpful so we had to repeat or chase for a few times
- upon checkin, they informed that the breakfast is USD 30, to which we referred to our booking including breakfast.. otherwise we would’ve been charged unnoticed
Nevertheless, we had a really good deal on hotels.com so it was still good for value. The environment is so peaceful and serene, the room was comfortable and their safari guides were professional.
Shinohara
Shinohara, 2-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Feb 26, 2024
This place is a RIP OFF. Breakfast was $60.00. What a joke! It did have some animals at the watering hole, I guess cos they don’t need wallets. I booked it through Expedia and they thought it was hotels.com This is why I paid for breakfast I think. Expedia included breakfast. Basically they just want your money and don’t care how they get it. Zimbabwe barge in US dollars and don’t have change, it’s so poor that street people are rife. Very Sad. In conclusion, done use this place and go to Botswana, SUCH a different attitude and you will save 10 fold. This of course is without presiding e and my opinion only! Good luck travelers 😀
Tim
Tim, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 14, 2025
Sydney
Sydney, 5-night trip
8/10 Good
Sep 29, 2024
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 9, 2024
YONG
YONG, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 16, 2024
The property is very clean with a very big bed super king bed. Staff very friendly & helpful. It was also nice to see animals closeby. The food was yummy.
Bridget
Bridget, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 26, 2023
oswell
oswell, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 3, 2023
Francis
Francis, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 12, 2022
Experience Safari Lodge 1 night stay
We only stayed at this lodge for one night. We drove up from Bulawayo and found the sign for the lodge quite easily. Parking is onsite but isn't watched, and out in the open.
Lodge is slightly outdated. Our front door knob of room 245 could be replaced. Also the bathroom wasn't quite clean and could use a refurbish. We had a household of ants walking in our room that came through the bathroom tiles. No safe inside the room. The phone wasn't working. Also the mosquito net had plenty of holes in them.
Meal we had at the buffet was nice but pricey at 25 dollars.
Staff was amazing though. We arrived two hours early but our room was ready for us. Friendly and helpful. The rooms look out on a watering hole where you can find all types of animals walking in and out daily. Seats are locating inside the room so you can sit and watch. It was nice and quiet inside the room even though we saw they were doing maintenance just a few rooms ahead of us.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Good
Sep 29, 2019
Good pool, good service.. Older style bathroom. We organized a taxi driver from Vic Falls to stay with a friend in Hwange for two nights to get us there and back (US$250). Maybe they could organize a bus transfer there and back. Morning and evening 3hour safari tours were good.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 5, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 17, 2019
Good water pressure in showers.
Kept dropping WiFi and needed s fresh password every time