Offering a bar and garden view, Ballantynes Lodge is situated in Harare, 6.6 km from Harare Botanical Gardens and 7.1 km from Royal Harare Golf Club. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, full-day security and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi. The property offers car hire and features a garden and sun terrace. At the guest house, every unit comes with a desk. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and bathrobes, all units at the guest house have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms also boast a seating area. At the guest house, units have bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with warm dishes and fruits are available each morning at the guest house. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Chapman Golf Club is 8.6 km from Ballantynes Lodge, while Mukuvisi Woodlands is 8.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Robert Gabriel Mugabe International, 20 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
11 large double beds
1 double bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.6
High score for Harare
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Markus
    Germany Germany
    Being the 1st time to Zim 🇿🇼 for the Wedding of our daughter we were looking for an nice accomodation next to Greendale/Harare. Ballandynes Lodge was the best choice we have could make!! Great large rooms, each of them very Special and realy nice,...
  • Seanmarcello
    France France
    lodge très reposant et très calme. Très jolie maison Equipe très sympathique, accueil et services parfaits bons petits déjeuners. Bar en self service (il faut juste noter les consommations sur un petit cahier, confiance totale de la part des...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
Ballantynes Lodge is a family run lodge in quiet residential surroundings. We offer 14 luxury rooms with cool calming décor where guests can relax and unwind in peace. We have a beautiful garden and pool for guests to soak up the Zimbabwean sun and spend a relaxing afternoon. We serve delicious meals for breakfast lunch and dinner and are proud of our home style cuisine. Staying at Ballantynes Lodge is truly an experience in itself, combining the modern luxuries of the world today with a charming and homely atmosphere. "Arrive as a guest, leave as a friend."
Ballantynes Lodge is within walking distance from Ballantyne Shopping Centre and a two minute drive from Borrowdale Shopping Centre. Ballantyne Park is a very quiet area where it is safe to walk or jog, perfect for our more active guests. There are two gyms, each conveniently 2km away.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Ballantynes Bistro
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Facilities of Ballantynes Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Higher level toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
    Wellness
    • Fitness
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Ballantynes Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 23:30
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 10:30
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$50 per person, per night

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverUnionPay credit cardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Ballantynes Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Ballantynes Lodge

    • Ballantynes Lodge has 1 restaurant:

      • Ballantynes Bistro
    • The prices at Ballantynes Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Ballantynes Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Swimming Pool
      • Fitness
    • Ballantynes Lodge is 5 miles from the centre of Harare. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Ballantynes Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Room options at Ballantynes Lodge include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Double