Great Enclosure Guest Lodge

4.18 reviewsZTA registeredGreat Zimbabwe

Walk to the ruins at sunrise

16 guests, 8 bedrooms, 8 beds, 8 bathrooms. Book individual rooms or units.

Hosted by Makoni Stays

Hosting since 2026, replies to 97% of messages

Inverter backupPower and water
GeneratorPower and water
Borehole waterPower and water
Wi-FiInternet and signal
Instant bookConfirmed as soon as you pay
Strict cancellation50% refund until 14 days before check-in, then none.

About this place

Walk to the ruins at sunrise. Great Enclosure Guest Lodge sits in Great Zimbabwe, the stone city. The place is looked after by a resident team who know the area well and are happy to help with directions, firewood and local guides. Rooms are simple and well kept, with good beds and proper linen. Power is backed up so lights, Wi-Fi and fridges keep running during outages, and water comes from the property's own supply. Evenings are best spent outside by the fire.

The space

Bedrooms open onto a shared veranda. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering, and there is covered seating outside for meals.

Power, water and connectivity

The things guests in Zimbabwe ask about first, as stated by the host.

Power and water

Inverter backup
Generator
Borehole water
Water tank backup
Municipal water
Hot water (solar geyser)

Internet and signal

Wi-Fi
Starlink
No mobile signal

Access and parking

4x4 required
Airport transfer available
Secure parking

Rooms and units

Standard room
Sleeps 2, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 132 m²
- Bedroom 1: 1 king
USD 82 per night

What this place offers

Essentials

Bed linen
Iron

Kitchen and dining

Full kitchen
Oven
Fridge
Freezer
Kettle

Bathroom

Shower

Outdoors

Braai area
Garden

Wildlife and nature

Canoeing

Safety and security

Fire extinguisher

Where you will be

Set in Great Zimbabwe. The nearest shop and fuel are a short drive away, and your host can arrange activities nearby.

Getting there. Your host sends directions and a map pin after booking.

4.1, 8 reviews

Cleanliness: 3.8
Accuracy: 4.0
Check-in: 4.0
Communication: 4.0
Location: 4.0
Value: 4.0

Tinashe N.
Stayed September 2026, family trip
Easy booking and the host replied within minutes. Paid by EcoCash and had confirmation straight away.
Tendai C.
Stayed August 2026, family trip
Easy booking and the host replied within minutes. Paid by EcoCash and had confirmation straight away.
Reply from the host. Thank you for staying with us. You are welcome back any time.
Pieter D.
Stayed July 2026, family trip
Quiet, cool and green. Wi-Fi was good enough for video calls. The only thing missing was a second set of keys for our group.
Reply from the host. Thank you for staying with us. You are welcome back any time.
Themba S.
Stayed June 2026, family trip
We woke to elephants at the waterhole both mornings. Staff were warm and the cook made the best sadza and stew of our trip.
Vimbai M.
Stayed May 2026, friends trip
The view over the valley at sunrise is worth the early start. Bring warm clothes, the nights are properly cold in winter.
Ingrid G.
Stayed April 2026, solo trip
Easy booking and the host replied within minutes. Paid by EcoCash and had confirmation straight away.

Things to know

House rules

Check-in from 14:00
Check-out by 10:00
Children welcome
No pets
No smoking
No events or parties
Quiet hours 22:00 to 06:00

Cancellation

Strict

50% refund until 30 Oct
No refund after 30 Oct

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Paying the host

Bank transfer
Pay at the property

Your payment goes directly to the host.

Questions before you book?

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