The Bulawayo Club
About The Bulawayo Club
Historic colonial-era club turned boutique hotel with spacious rooms and period character.
A Colonial-Era Gem in the Heart of Bulawayo
The Bulawayo Club is one of Zimbabwe's most storied establishments. Founded in 1895 — just two years after the city itself — this members' club turned boutique hotel preserves the elegance of a bygone era while welcoming modern travellers to its stately halls.
Heritage & Character
Step through the front doors and you step back in time. Dark-wood panelling, leather armchairs, trophy heads, vintage photographs, and a magnificent teak staircase set the scene. The Club has hosted presidents, explorers, and dignitaries for over a century, and its guest book reads like a history of Southern Africa.
Accommodation
Heritage Rooms — Individually decorated rooms with four-poster beds, antique furnishings, high ceilings, and modern en-suite bathrooms. Each room has its own character; no two are alike.
The Suite — The Club's premier accommodation: a spacious living area, king bed, period furniture, and views over the gardens.
Dining
- The Dining Room — Formal dinners served under crystal chandeliers. The menu draws on classic British and Rhodesian-era cuisine with a modern Zimbabwean twist
- The Verandah — Casual breakfasts and afternoon teas overlooking the gardens
- The Bar — Single malts, gin and tonics, and local lagers served in a setting that hasn't changed in decades
Why Stay Here
- Living history — This is a museum you can sleep in
- Central location — On Selborne Avenue, walking distance to galleries, cafés, and Bulawayo's grid-pattern streets
- Quiet elegance — No crowds, no tour buses; just old-world charm
- Value — Remarkably affordable for what you get
Practical Details
- Wi-Fi available throughout
- Secure parking in the hotel grounds
- Tours arranged — Matobo Hills, Khami Ruins, and city walking tours
- Children welcome but the atmosphere suits couples and solo travellers best
"Staying at the Bulawayo Club felt like stepping into an Agatha Christie novel. The teak staircase, the leather chairs, the gin on the verandah — utterly magical." — Guest review