Gweru · Zimbabwe
Where to Stay in Mkoba, Gweru
Large high-density suburb south of the city, originally built in the 1960s. Mix of old and new houses, with a busy local market.
✦ The vibe
Lively, densely populated, with a strong community feel and small businesses.
👤 Best for
Budget travellers, backpackers, those wanting an authentic local experience.
🏨 Where to stay
Very few hotels – mostly informal guesthouses and B&Bs. Very cheap.
🚇 Getting around
Combis frequent to CBD (15 mins). Not walkable. Airport – 30 mins via town.
📍 Nearby
Mkoba Dam, Mkoba Shopping Centre
Best hotels in Mkoba
10 hotels ranked by how close they are to Mkoba
⛪ Kingdom Hall Mkoba 18
2.7 km from Mkoba
View intelligence briefing →Fairmile Motel
5.7 km from Mkoba
View intelligence briefing →Lodge fifth Avenue
6.8 km from Mkoba
View intelligence briefing →Boy's Hostel
7.0 km from Mkoba
View intelligence briefing →Midlands Hotel
7.1 km from Mkoba
View intelligence briefing →Chitukuko Hotel
7.5 km from Mkoba
View intelligence briefing →The Village Lodges
10.1 km from Mkoba
View intelligence briefing →Tropicana Lodge Gweru
13.8 km from Mkoba
View intelligence briefing →Happy Valley Farm
14.3 km from Mkoba
View intelligence briefing →Hostels
20.7 km from Mkoba
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