8/10 Very good
Mooie locatie in de bush net buiten Hwange park, maar in open verbinding. Veel olifanten rondom de Lodge. Uiterst vriendelijk personeel.
Paul
Paul, 5-night trip
Gwango Elephant Lodge
Dete lodge with restaurant and bar/lounge
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Gwango Elephant Lodge, nestled in a national park, offers an immersive experience with full breakfast at The Stone House restaurant and dry cleaning/laundry services for your convenience. Unwind in the garden or enjoy a drink at the bar while staying connected with WiFi; other perks include free self parking and barbecue grills.
8.8
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Free breakfast
- Airport transfer
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Bar
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Room service
- Airport shuttle
- Area shuttle
- Garden
- Front-desk safe
- Laundry service
- Self-serve laundry
- Concierge services
- Barbecue grills
- Wedding services
Feel at home (6)
- Private bathroom
- Garden
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry facilities
- Coffee/tea maker
- Premium bedding
$666 nightly
$783 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood
Hwange National Park, Dete
What's nearby
- Painted Dog Conservation - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Getting around
- Victoria Falls (VFA) - 153 min drive
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
- Gwango Heritage Lodge Bar - 6 min drive
- The Waterbuk's Head - 18 min drive
About this property
Gwango Elephant Lodge
Enjoy your visit to Dete with a stay at Gwango Elephant Lodge. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 11 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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
- There is no front desk at this property
- Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
- For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
- Guests will receive check-in instructions prior to their arrival.
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
Children
- No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
- Free onsite self parking
- Free offsite parking nearby
Transfers
- Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Offsite
- Area shuttle*
Other information
- Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Free full breakfast each morning 6 AM–11 AM
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Barbecue grills
- Room service (limited hours)
What to do
- Ecotours
Services
- Concierge services
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Dry cleaning/laundry services
- Wedding services
Facilities
- Built in 2014
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Garden
- Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Home comfort
- Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
- Premium bedding
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer (on request)
Stay connected
- Desk
Food and drink
- Free bottled water
More
- Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Giraffe Lounge - This lobby lounge serves breakfast and light fare.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
- Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
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 and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Gwango Elephant Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Gwango Elephant Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Gwango Elephant Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gwango Elephant Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Gwango Elephant Lodge and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Gwango Elephant Lodge includes ecotours. Gwango Elephant Lodge also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Gwango Elephant Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Stone House.
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Gwango Elephant Lodge Reviews
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
10/10 Exceptional
Lovely stay at Gwango
We had a lovely time staying 2 nights at Gwango Elephant Lodge. The staff were all very helpful and the food was excellent. This was a very peaceful place and was amazing to have elephants just outside the dining area when eating dinner.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Left without checking in
This lodge came as a big disappointment after we had stayed in nine other lodges on our road trip from
South Africa and around Zimbabwe. All were excellent. While the owner, Elizabeth, was very pleasant on arrival, Gwango does not match its description and ironically was the most expensive rate paid for any of our other accommodation. There were no other guests despite it being peak tourist season and the surrounding lodges having high occupancies. The chalets are modest at best without coffee or tea making facilities or bottled water. There was undue interference by visiting family members with the duties of the camp staff. Despite this being a bush camp there were constantly barking dogs from the owners nearby house.There is no basic wifi. We were lucky to secure the last chalet in a neighbouring lodge. Regrettably we have also had no response from Hotel.com to our written complaint.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great place to watch wildlife
really nice
emm
emm, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
truly fantastic African experience
Completely amazing. Real African with a view of the pan.
Additionally, the staff & owners were indescribably attentive and lovely. We were celebrating my husband's birthday and they made it amazing. The best part was a birthday cake. Made of elephant dung! Fabulous!!! Will never forget it.
Conny Maria
10/10 Exceptional
Näher dran geht's nicht.....
Wir waren als Motorradgruppe dort. Wurden von den Eigentümern sehr herzlich empfangen. Sie haben sich um alles hervorragend gekümmert und waren ständig parat. In der Nacht sind wir zu einer Elephantengruppe gefahren, die sich wohl stets in Lodgenähe aufhält..... Ein super Erlebnis....
Walter Lerch
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