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Selborne Hotel

3.5 star property
Colonial hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Reception
Executive Double Room, Balcony, City View
Exterior
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
4 July - 5 July

Explore the area

Map
Leopold Takawira Ave & George Silundika, Bulawayo
  • City Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Queens Sports Club
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Bulawayo Railway Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Bulawayo (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Double Room, Balcony, City View

Executive Double Room, Balcony, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Ensuite, City View

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Ensuite, City View

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Ensuite, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

About the area

Bulawayo

Selborne Hotel places you steps from City Hall and within a 10-minute stroll of Centenary Park. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include 2 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and a poolside bar. .The fine-dining restaurant, Selborne Cafe, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Kings Head is the hotel's own bar. 3 meeting rooms and a conference centre are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Bulawayo hotel include Queens Sports Club and Zimbabwe International Trade Fair.

What's nearby

  • City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Queens Sports Club - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Zimbabwe International Trade Fair - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Bulawayo Railway Museum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Matobo National Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Bulawayo (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cresta Churchill Hotel Bulawayo - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Smokehouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Amal - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Selborne Hotel

Colonial hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 3 meeting rooms available. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Selborne Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Selborne Hotel was completed in February 2019.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Bulawayo hotel.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1930
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Selborne Hotel offers 40 accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with digital channels and first-run films. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

This Bulawayo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Parking on site (USD 9 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Illegal Takeaway
  • Kings Head
  • Selborne Cafe

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1930
  • Colonial architecture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - February 2019

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • First-run films
  • LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 15 June 2025 to 30 June 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue
  • Exterior
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
  • Selected guestrooms

Guests will have access to the following alternative facilities during the renovation:

  • Business facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Recreational facilities

Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Selborne Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from USD 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per person (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: USD 9 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Selborne Hotel Bulawayo
Selborne Bulawayo
Selborne Hotel Hotel
Selborne Hotel Bulawayo
Selborne Hotel Hotel Bulawayo

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Selborne Hotel?

Yep, Selborne Hotel has a self car park for USD 9 per day.

How much does it cost to stay at Selborne Hotel?

As of 3 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Selborne Hotel on 4 Jul 2025 start from NZ$110.82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Selborne Hotel have a pool?

Selborne Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

What makes Selborne Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Selborne Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Selborne Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Selborne Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Selborne Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Selborne Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The property will be renovating its dining venue from June 15 2025 until June 30 2025 (completion date subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at Selborne Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Selborne Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Selborne Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mr Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is in the very centre of Bulawayo, with walking distance to both the Art Gallery (10 min) and The Natural History Museum (15 min). There are plenty of fast-food and restaurant options within minutes by foot from the hotel. Also, very easy to arrange pick-up/drop-off at the hotel as all tour operators doing excursions to Khami ruins, Great Zimbabwe ruins and Matobo NP know it. The Selborne Hotel is clean, neat and I recommend it. Excellent location and very helpful staff. Some details in my room would need an update, but all in all a really pleasant stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Noel

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has seen better days and is a shadow of its former self. There was a problem with our reservation which meant we were given poor rooms with no air con and missing bulbs, linen, and varying levels of amenities (showers, water, etc). We were moved after a night but the rooms don’t match the website photos. One of the bathrooms was unusable due the smell and heat. The hotel is good for location in the city centre, and the garden and pool are pleasant but feel tired and only given basic maintenance)do not believe the pool photo on the website! The main redeeming feature is the staff and how hard a couple of them worked to make our stay better; their enthusiasm was undermined by the limitations of the hotel to supply things like adequate bedding or simple things like light bulbs. Stay here for very basic amenities and the locations but not for a really comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time and the staff were incredibly helpful. Christina in particular was super kind and had great recommendations for where to eat and always looked out for me (especially as a solo female traveller). Definitely recommend!
Stayed 22 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was sceptical at first as the place had drastically deteriorated.The place went under a complete makeover and the rooms are fantastic and everything works.Only downside is there aren’t many TV channels to choose from.Fairly priced and convenient as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Phillimon

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Selborne Hotel Experience

The hotel rooms are ok, but the problem is unreliable internet connection and no choice TV channels. The Staff are very friendly...
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Washington

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zine

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

General comment

Selborne Hotel is home away from home. Christine and team give the place a warm touch. The rooms are top notch and the Wi-Fi is excellent. However, the outside and furniture reception area look ‘tired’ and outdated. It hardly reflects the high standard of decor and modern upgrades characteristic of the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location. Great homeliness atmosphere and nice vintage vibe
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

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

Great place, great staff

Amazing colonial style hotel with very helpful staff, great restaurant, beautiful garden and convenient parking. Large balcony facing the street but not noisy. Special thanks to MacDonald who helped me find fuel. He was very helpful and humble. Overall great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
V kind and helpful staff. However rooms v v noisy due to it being above the Kings Inn that was pumping out beats until 0300!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good room, helpful staff and good internet. This property works best as a business hotel. However many parts of the property are in disrepair and a refurbishment program is underway (not complete). This means dust and noise. Guests who are not from Southern Africa may find some aspects of this property challenging.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

2/10 Terrible

Knitwit, Gaborone

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was under construction. No hot water. Dust everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was to noisy, the restaurant was under renovation, wifi worked very poorly and only in the reception area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Andreas

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

Nette Hotelzimmer aber falsche Werbung

Hotel ist sehr zentral in der Stadt gelegen. Die Zimmer sind schön und gross. Das Personal ist sehr hilfsbereit. Leider sind die in der Werbung beschriebenen zwei Restaurants, die Bar und auch die Poolbar nicht in Betrieb. Für die Bar muss das Hotel verlassen werden und kann der Betrieb nebenan, falls geöffnet, besucht werden. Ärgerlich für die Gäste und auch schade für das nette Team im Hotel. Während den 5 Tagen im Hotel fand zusätzlich ein Kongress statt, so dass leider auch der Pool nicht benutzt werden konnte. Das Hotel sollte so was den Gästen vorher mitteilen.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023