🇿🇼 Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe

Students accomodation

📍 Chinhoyi

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Your stay — Students accomodation

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Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hotel Facilities — Students accomodation

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Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi with speeds up to 50 Mbps; no login constraints

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Lift / Elevator

Serves all floors, no stairs-only sections

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 14:00, late check-out until 12:00 (ZWL 100 fee after 12:00); early bag-drop available from 08:00

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Baggage Storage

Limited storage available for a fee of ZWL 20 per bag per night

Accessibility

Step-free access, wheelchair accessible entrance, but some rooms may have limited accessibility due to historic building constraints

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Parking

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

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Shopping

Developing mall — 348 m · ~4 min walk

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Walking & Running

Chinhoyi Motorcross — 348 m · ~4 min walk

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Kids & Family

Tfb5 gaming shop — 522 m · ~7 min walk

5-Minute Radius Essentials

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Nearest ATM

POSB Bank — 497 m · ~6 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Lomagundi Pharmacy — 532 m · ~7 min walk

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Convenience Store

Fivert — 877 m · ~11 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Chinhoyi main rank (bus terminus) — 2.7 km · ~34 min walk

Money & Currency

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Local currency

Zimbabwean Dollar, ZWL

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Where to exchange

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

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Cards & contactless

Most major credit and debit cards are accepted at major hotels and restaurants, but cash is preferred for smaller businesses and informal vendors

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Tipping etiquette

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 →
Cheap coffee

A typical cup of coffee costs around ZWL 10-15 from a street vendor or small café

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Best-value lunch

A plate of sadza (maize porridge) or a sandwich from a street vendor costs around ZWL 20-30

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Affordable dinner

A meal at a local restaurant or dhaba, including a main course and a drink, costs around ZWL 30-50

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Street food & cheap eats

Street food is common in the town centre, particularly around the market area

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Budget groceries

OK Mart and Spar are two common supermarket chains in Chinhoyi

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Affordable clothes

Markets and informal stalls in the town centre offer affordable clothing options

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Cheapest way around

The cheapest way to get around is by using the local minibus service, which costs ZWL 5-10 per ride

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Money-saving tips

Use local transport, eat at street vendors or small restaurants, and haggle at markets to save money

Emergency Contacts

Chinhoyi
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Ambulance / Medical
994 or (067) 22911
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Fire Department
993 or (067) 22833

For 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

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Number 1 Cocktail Bar Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Chengaose bar Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Pasuwana bar Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Makumbe Bottle Store Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Impalaz Bar Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Nyazamba Bar Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Varsity Blues Night Club Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Oasis Restaurant burger;chicken_roast;t_borne;pork_roast;rice;sadza;beef_stew;pork_stew;chicken_stew;pet_drinks;fizzy_drinks;drinks;mineral_water
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 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 walkpharmacy · Lomagundi Pharmacy — 532 m · ~7 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Getting Around

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Local Kombi (Shared Minibus) USD 2

Chinhoyi Town Centre (near Spar Supermarket) → Cherima 5021 (Chinhoyi suburbs)

10 min · Every 15 minutes · 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM

💡 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.

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Private Rental Car (Self-Drive) USD 40 per day (fuel extra)

Harare (any rental agency) → Cherima 5021, Chinhoyi

90 min · n/a · n/a

💡 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.

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Bravo or Pioneer Express Coach USD 5

Harare Roadport (near central bus terminal) → Chinhoyi Bus Rank (town centre)

100 min · Every 30–45 minutes · 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

💡 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.

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Airport Transfer via Harare International USD 80

Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) → Cherima 5021, Chinhoyi

120 min · On-demand (pre-book required) · 24/7 with advance arrangement

💡 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.

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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...

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Population 90,800

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

Chinhoyi Museum Free

💡 Ask the curator about the San rock art replicas — they explain the original sites nearby. Allow 45 minutes to an hour.

Chinhoyi Town Walk (CBD and Market) Free

💡 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.

Chinhoyi Railway Station and Old Bridge Free

💡 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.

Manyame Riverbank Walk Free

💡 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.

Chinhoyi Caves National Park

💡 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.

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