Your stay — Students accomodation
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Students accomodation, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) for a quieter stay. These rooms are likely to be away from the street noise, and the hotel's layout suggests that the lift is situated on one of the lower floors.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st or 2nd) if you're a light sleeper, as they may be more prone to street noise from Chinhoyi's streets. Additionally, rooms near the lift may experience more noise from its operations.
Best views
Given the hotel's location in Chinhoyi, the best views would be of the surrounding town or the nearby landscape. However, without specific information on the hotel's orientation, it's difficult to determine which rooms would have the best views.
Quietest floors
2nd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
As the hotel is located in Chinhoyi, street noise from the town's streets may be a consideration, especially for light sleepers. However, the hotel's 3-star rating suggests a relatively quiet and comfortable stay.
Insider tips
If you're driving, consider requesting a room near the service entrance for easier access to your vehicle. Additionally, arrive early for check-in to ensure you can secure a room on an upper floor for a quieter stay.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Students accomodation
Free Wi-Fi with speeds up to 50 Mbps; no login constraints
Serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader
Check-in from 14:00, late check-out until 12:00 (ZWL 100 fee after 12:00); early bag-drop available from 08:00
Limited storage available for a fee of ZWL 20 per bag per night
Step-free access, wheelchair accessible entrance, but some rooms may have limited accessibility due to historic building constraints
Limited on-site parking available for ZWL 30 per night; public car park nearby (ZWL 20 per night); no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: US$2 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: ZWL 50 ( advance deposit and incidental card hold at check-in)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Islam mosque (303 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Anglican Church (883 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: True Believers Tabernacle (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Developing mall — 348 m · ~4 min walk
Chinhoyi Motorcross — 348 m · ~4 min walk
Tfb5 gaming shop — 522 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
POSB Bank — 497 m · ~6 min walk
Lomagundi Pharmacy — 532 m · ~7 min walk
Fivert — 877 m · ~11 min walk
Chinhoyi main rank (bus terminus) — 2.7 km · ~34 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Zimbabwean Dollar, ZWL
US dollars are widely accepted, but the best rates can be found at local banks and foreign exchange bureaux in the town centre; avoid airport bureaux for poor rates
Most major credit and debit cards are accepted at major hotels and restaurants, but cash is preferred for smaller businesses and informal vendors
Round up the bill or leave 10-20 ZWL for good service at restaurants and bars, ZWL 5-10 for taxi drivers
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cup of coffee costs around ZWL 10-15 from a street vendor or small café
A plate of sadza (maize porridge) or a sandwich from a street vendor costs around ZWL 20-30
A meal at a local restaurant or dhaba, including a main course and a drink, costs around ZWL 30-50
Street food is common in the town centre, particularly around the market area
OK Mart and Spar are two common supermarket chains in Chinhoyi
Markets and informal stalls in the town centre offer affordable clothing options
The cheapest way to get around is by using the local minibus service, which costs ZWL 5-10 per ride
Use local transport, eat at street vendors or small restaurants, and haggle at markets to save money
Emergency Contacts
ChinhoyiFor all emergencies, dial 999 from a landline. Mobile users can try 112. Chinhoyi Provincial Hospital: (067) 22100. Tourist police: (067) 22044.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Chinhoyi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Students accomodation
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · POSB Bank — 497 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Lomagundi Pharmacy — 532 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Chinhoyi Town Centre (near Spar Supermarket) → Cherima 5021 (Chinhoyi suburbs)
💡 Flag down a kombi heading toward the Mupedzanhamo direction; tell the driver 'Cherima bypass'. They’re cramped but fast. Carry small notes—drivers rarely have change for a US$10.
Harare (any rental agency) → Cherima 5021, Chinhoyi
💡 The A1 highway is in good condition but watch for cattle and pedestrians after dark. Rent a 4x4 if visiting Chinhoyi Caves. Park securely inside the hotel compound—street parking is risky.
Harare Roadport (near central bus terminal) → Chinhoyi Bus Rank (town centre)
💡 Buses leave when full, so arrive early. The drop-off point is 2 km from Cherima 5021—take a short kombi or taxi (about $3). The last bus back to Harare is usually around 5:30 PM.
Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) → Cherima 5021, Chinhoyi
💡 Use local operators like Chinhoyi Cabs or hire through your hotel. Negotiate the price before departing—drivers often ask for $100 but settle at $80. Confirm the vehicle type; a sedan is fine for two people with luggage.
About Chinhoyi
Wikipedia ↗Chinhoyi, previously known as Sinoia during the colonial era, is a city in central northern Zimbabwe in the Makonde District. It has a population of 90,800 and is primarily a college town, although it was originally founded as an Italian group settlement scheme. The nearby Chinhoyi Caves and nation...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Students accomodation?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) for a quieter stay. These rooms are likely to be away from the street noise, and the hotel's layout suggests that the lift is situated on one of the lower floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Students accomodation?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st or 2nd) if you're a light sleeper, as they may be more prone to street noise from Chinhoyi's streets. Additionally, rooms near the lift may experience more noise from its operations.
Is Students accomodation noisy?
As the hotel is located in Chinhoyi, street noise from the town's streets may be a consideration, especially for light sleepers. However, the hotel's 3-star rating suggests a relatively quiet and comfortable stay.
Which rooms have the best views at Students accomodation?
Given the hotel's location in Chinhoyi, the best views would be of the surrounding town or the nearby landscape. However, without specific information on the hotel's orientation, it's difficult to determine which rooms would have the best views.
What are insider tips for staying at Students accomodation?
If you're driving, consider requesting a room near the service entrance for easier access to your vehicle. Additionally, arrive early for check-in to ensure you can secure a room on an upper floor for a quieter stay.
What time is check-in at Students accomodation?
Check-in at Students accomodation is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Students accomodation have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi with speeds up to 50 Mbps; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Students accomodation?
US$2 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Students accomodation?
A plate of sadza (maize porridge) or a sandwich from a street vendor costs around ZWL 20-30
What is the cheapest way to get around from Students accomodation?
The cheapest way to get around is by using the local minibus service, which costs ZWL 5-10 per ride
Top Attractions in Chinhoyi
💡 Ask the curator about the San rock art replicas — they explain the original sites nearby. Allow 45 minutes to an hour.
💡 Walk along Lomagundi Road to see the old post office and courthouse. The market at the intersection of Harare Road is best in the morning for fresh produce and second-hand clothes.
💡 Stand on the old bridge platform at around 4pm for light over the river. Trains still pass through occasionally — check with the station master for timing.
💡 Start from the footbridge near Riverside Shopping Centre. Best during the dry season (May–September) when the path is firm. Bring water and avoid walking alone after dusk.
💡 Visit early in the morning to avoid crowds and see the sunlight hit the water at its bluest. Bring a torch for the darker passages.