York Lodge

Location: 1 York Avenue, Newlands, Harare, zw

Star Rating: 9.8 Stars

Property Type: Bed and breakfasts

About this Property

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Fitness facilities (surcharge)
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Swimming pool
• Restaurant
• Terrace
• Luggage storage
• Safety deposit box
• Fax/photocopying
• Soundproof rooms
• Ironing service
• Packed lunches
• Non-smoking throughout
• Private check-in/check-out
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Board games/puzzles
• Concierge service
• Outdoor furniture
• Coffee Shop on site
• Shallow end
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• Key access
• Food delivered to guest room
• CCTV outside property
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Access to health care professionals
• Face masks for guests available
• 24-hour security
• Delivered food - securely covered
• Security alarm
• Thermometers for guests provided by property
• Television in common areas
• Free wired internet
• Golfing on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Pool sun loungers
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Fitness facilities (surcharge)
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Wine release events
• Reception hall
• Exercise/lap pool
• Japanese garden
• Secured parking
• Swimming nearby
• Charcoal grill
• Vegetarian menu options available

Rooms Available

• Signature Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

  1 King Bed

  431-sq-foot individually decorated room, patio with garden views

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours)

  Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, bathtub or shower, and a separate bathtub and shower or a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Clothes dryer, safe, and desk

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Non-Smoking, renovated in January 2024

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Shampoo
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Dryer
  • Bedsheets provided

• Queen Room with Garden View

  This double room features a pool with a view. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a washing machine, a private entrance, soundproof walls as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Washing machine
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Private entrance
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Electric blankets
  • Coffee machine
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Shower chair
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool towels
  • Shallow end
  • Wine or champagne
  • Bottle of water
  • Fruits
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• knut (9/5): -
• Nils (9/5): Nice and quiet. - A very nice quiet lodge with lovely garden, kind service and Good breakfast.
• eveline (10/5): Geweldige lodge - Prachtig complex op een mooie veilige plek
• Emma (8/5): excellent service, lovely gardens and very pleasant room - Great breakfast in a beautiful garden setting Privacy was a bit of an issue as neighbouring guests tended to stand outside my window smoking and talking loudly.
• Eric (9/5): -
• Jason (10/5): Really out of this world did not expect it at all , was blown away - The beautiful well looked gardens and the 2 pools that just invited you in on a hot Zim day . Loved how all the rooms just spoke to one another and went on forever making you want to sleep and experience each room . Then the friendly staff in the kitchen , office as well as the ground staff . Everyone so happy with a smile and exceptional service . Breakfast was amazing catering for everyone. Just love it and will be back soon . Thank you for our wonderful stay in Harare .
• Jim (10/5): Excellent and peaceful, old house with beautiful gardens and superb standard of service. - Excellent location and very clean and comfortable. Staff were very helpful. Not applicable.
• Hugh (9/5): -
• Joel (9/5): -
• William (10/5): An oasis of peace - It’s like being at home ! Nothing
• Ken (9/5): - Most gorgeous grounds, extremely well run, clean and guests are cared for. Good meals, good breakfast Nothing it was fabulous
• Brigitte (9/5): Ruhe-Oase inmitten der Grosstadt. Wunderbarer Service, auch Extra-Wünsche werden gerne erfüllt. - Sehr nettes und zuvorkommendes Personal, ruhiger Ort zum Entspannen und Wohlfühlen.
• Cindy (10/5): An Oasis in Harare - This was our first stop in Zimbabwe and spoilt us for the rest of our trip. The setting in a lush garden oasis soothed our souls and the staff made us so welcome and were kind and thoughtful. The food was really good, too. Having to leave on our trip (we will return though - can't wait).
• ann (10/5): Fantastic. We have recommended it to our travel company who organised the safari aspect - Set in beautiful surroundings and beautiful accommodation. The owner and staff were absolutely lovely.
• Manduku (10/5): -
• William (9/5): York Lodge is a safe and peaceful haven with everything you need to relax in today's busy world - This was "home from home". York Lodge is a sanctuary of peace and solitude in a busy world. We had everything we needed - comfortable room, great shower and bath, swimming pool in beautiful surroundings , delicious food, an honesty bar and caring staff. Nothing
• Mark (10/5): - What an amazing place! Gardens are simply stunning, rooms are superb, staff couldn't be more friendly and professional. Travelled for work and coming back to Yok Lodge at the end of the day was bliss. Couldn't recommend it more.
• Evershed (10/5): - Great location- relaxed and very well run Na
• Russell (10/5): -
• Bruno (10/5): amazing place with a beautiful garden and friendly staff - Warm muffins on a beautiful terrace!
• Keiryn (10/5): York Lodge was just what I needed for a tranquil, safe home-from-home in Harare. I cannot recommend - York Lodge was a little oasis in the hot, dusty city of Harare. The gardens are beautiful, the rooms so clean and comfortable and the staff were warm and welcoming. Nothing was too much trouble for them and the quality of the whole place was world class. York Lodge was a home-from-home during our trip and I can’t wait to visit again. It was perfect!
• Julie (10/5): -
• Toni Louise (10/5): Very short stay for an early flight, very welcoming and clean and comfortable bedroom and bathroom. Would stay again. - Beautiful bedrooms and gardens, delicious food.
• Савостьянов (10/5): Был впечатлён уровнем сервиса! - Жил в отеле с Августе 2025. Очень хорошее место. Не зря у них такой высокий рейтинг. Персонал всегда вежлив и готов помощь. За завтраками всегда готовили свежую еду по пожеланию (из конкретного списка ). Завтраки были включены в стоимость, при желании можно было заказать ужин на вечер за отдельную плату. Вся территория отеля охраняется, ограждена высоким забором. Поэтому находиться там безопасно. Всем рекомендую!!! В августе у них зима и вечерами прохладно. Соответственно открытые бассейны не могли прогреться достаточно за день, что бы там поплавать.
• John (10/5): A real gem in Harare, highly recommended. - Excellent location, beautifully appointed,friendly efficient staff,secure , tranquil and welcoming. An absolute gem. Highly recommended Nothing
• Mlotshwa (9/5): -
• Martin (10/5): Very restful and great base for our trip to Zimbabwe - Very relaxing very helpful owners and staff Nothing except Harare has little to offer
• Eva (10/5): Exceptional - The staff were very helpful at the lodge, from lending a plug adapter to early wake-up calls with coffee. There is an honesty bar for drinks and the option for having dinner at the lodge. There was power backup for when the National grid failed. Everything was great
• Linda (10/5): Exceptional - Very thoughtful staff. N/A
• Mlotshwa (10/5): Exceptional -
• Mlotshwa (10/5): Exceptional -
• Catherine (10/5): Friendly staff, clean accommodations lovely gardens - Very comfortable Nothing
• Neha (8/5): Very good -
• Enock (9/5): Very comfortable, relaxing, and good hospitality - Very Clean & Comfortable Place. I like the garden theme, the outdoor area. You can come here if you definitely want to relax, and have a quiet peace of mind
• Jessica (9/5): Superb -
• Dana (10/5): Exceptional -
• Bruno (10/5): It’s simply astonishing! - There are no wall sockets, just one in my room, which is shaky, it should be updated, other than that; it’s amazing. Loved the experience.
• Nancy (10/5): Serene and Beautiful - York Lodge is a warm and inviting haven nestled in lush greenery. As you enter the grounds, you're greeted by a tapestry of colorful flowers and majestic trees that create a serene, home-like atmosphere. The professional yet friendly staff welcome you with genuine warmth, making you feel instantly at ease. The lodges are thoughtfully designed, offering cozy sanctuaries that blend comfort with elegance. My room became a personal retreat, perfect for both relaxation and productivity. I spent countless hours on the patio, surrounded by the verdant landscape, finding inspiration in the peaceful environment. The property boasts a refreshing pool area, ideal for unwinding or gentle exercise, while the well-equipped fitness center caters to more vigorous workouts. These amenities, coupled with the tranquil gardens, create a holistic space for rejuvenation. Mealtimes at York Lodge are a delight, with delicious, home-style cooking that nourishes both body and soul. The dining experience, set against the backdrop of the beautiful grounds, perfectly complements the cozy ambiance of the lodge. My stay at York Lodge felt all too brief, leaving me longing to return to this homely retreat and its natural beauty.
• Ben (10/5): Exceptional - Really nice environment, helpful staff during some misunderstanding about payment
• Tafadzwa (10/5): - York Lodge is a home away from Home. Excellent staff clean facilities and the beautiful garden provides some peace and calmness.
• Don (10/5): Exceptional -
• Karen (8/5): Very good - Excellent service
• Beans18 (10/5): Exceptional -
• Surabhi (10/5): Charming property, a must stay in Harare - York Lodge is made of charming English bungalows (with modern amenities) in a lush green compound. Our compliments to Margot the owner for developing such a beautiful property with a blend of foliage (old trees and new plants and green islands) It was like staying in a botanical garden. Lounging on the broad verandahs, hearing sounds of birds and insects in the air conditioned temperature of Harare was bliss. The bungalows have modern amenities and this really helped us unwind! We were traveling as a mostly vegetarian group. The restaurant menu could be improved. We had the opportunity to eat fabulous food in Zimbabwe and therefore are aware that great vegetarian options can be made available here. Having a little kids play area (a small jungle gym/ tree house) could be added to keep the kiddos engaged.
• Pauline (10/5): Exceptional - Beautiful grounds that are well maintained. Staff was friendly and efficient; perfect overnight stay before heading out on safari. That’s all I got
• Nicolo (10/5): - The wonderful staff at the York Lodge made my stay in Harare fantastic. I will definitely come back!
• Olaf (10/5): Exceptional -
• Retha (9/5): Superb -
• Sohoni (8/5): Very good -
• Renier (8/5): Very good -
• Mary (8/5): quiet restful accommodation with excellent and friendly staff - gardens and quietness we had no problems
• Janine (10/5): Excellent stay - The breakfast was excellent and the room was very comfortable. I was allowed to stay until it was time to go to the airport. Margot and her staff could not have been more helpful. Wonderful place and will go back when I have the chance.
• Janine (10/5): My stay at the York Lodge was excellent. Margot and her staff could not have been more helpful. -
• Sylvester (7/5): Good -
• Hopewell (10/5): Simply stunning and excellent service - The stay at York Lodge was a pleasant one. The place is simply stunning. The rooms are great size, beautifully decorated and well maintained. The customer service is excellent. It's well located less, than 10mins from Sam Levy. I highly recommend York Lodge and will certainly be back here next time I'm in Harare.
• Anton (10/5): Exceptional -
• Evans (10/5): Exceptional -
• Nick (8/5): Very good -
• Ruleen (9/5): Superb - Very friendly and clean Potholes to the guest house - very expensive for South Africans because currency in Dollar
• Ruleen (9/5): Superb - Margo and her staff made our stay very pleasant, with powercuts they are 100% prepared Was bit expensive but only because of Rand / Dollar exchange - unfortunately make Zimbabwe expensive to travel, but not the facilities fault. It was a beautiful home with fantastic staff
• Edwards (9/5): Superb -
• John (10/5): Exquisite property in the heart of Harare - Exquisite residence. Best we have stayed in . Couldn't recommend more. Couldn't fault any aspect of this accommodation.
• Geoff (10/5): Exceptional -
• Marlene (10/5): stay here - it’s the best - everything!!!!! like a paradise. would highly recommend
• Ferdinand (8/5): I will certainly return to York Lodge! -
• Tiffany (10/5): Home away from 🏠 - The York Lodge is a fantastic retreat in Harare. I feel at home every time I am here! The staff is so welcoming, the breakfast and dinner are fabulous, and the ground at beautiful.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Very nice atmosphere and family style dinner slows for good conversation
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Ambience, homliness. Friendly staff, swimming pool. Location easily accessed
• Andrew (8/5): Very attentive staff and owners at good property - I only stayed for one night and conducted meetings at the hotel. The staff were very attentive and the facilities were good.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - York lodge is very well maintained, with good tea service wake up calls in the morning.
• Donald (10/5): Wonderful hospitality - our stay at this guest house was wonderful. Excellent staff and comfort. The area around it is not as nice as it once was, but the owners have no control over that. I highly recommend it.
• Barbara (10/5): Excellent location and Lodge - York Lodge was excellent in every aspect, from the friendly helpful staff its central location with access to the City and local attractions and activities. The staff went above and beyond to help with any of our needs, they helped us to hire an exceptional driver and gave advice on local amenities and places to visit. The Lodge was kept to a high standard and was very clean and comfortable. Would recommend York Lodge to any visitor whether on vacation or on business.
• Adam (10/5): Fantastic York Lodge! - I absolutely loved my stay at York Lodge and wished I could have stayed longer to enjoy it. From the moment I arrived, I felt at peace. The grounds are very calming with lush grounds and a water fountain. The staff is very pleasant and welcoming, and always available to get what I needed (which included a homemade quiche!). The rooms are very well constructed and comfortable. I would definitely stay at York Lodge again. The only downside is that taxi drivers don't know where it is, which is more of an indictment of the taxi drivers than the hotel.
• Mark (10/5): Oasis in a desert - Probably Harare's best accommodation

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