Il tuo soggiorno — Chihuri farm
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La proprietà — Chihuri farm
Chihuri farm is a working farm turned simple guesthouse on the outskirts of Chegutu. The vibe is quiet and rural – red dirt paths, open fields and a modest main building with an honesty bar. There’s no fuss, just clean rooms and a pool; it suits self-sufficient travellers passing through on the Harare-Bulawayo road or overnighting for Mashonaland West business. Standing in the lobby, you smell woodsmoke and hear the farm generator hum.
Cronache di Chegutu
Chegutu, originally called Hartley after a 19th-century prospector, grew around gold mining and the railway line that reached it in 1902. Its colonial grid was laid out in the 1940s when tobacco farming took off. Independence saw slow redevelopment; today the town centre is a mix of 1950s low-rise shops, small factories and open-air markets. Culturally it remains a farming hub with a sizeable Shona and immigrant community, known more for its roadside stalls selling hand-painted signs and dried fish than for tourism.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Chegutu →I migliori mesi
May–August: clear bright days, cold nights, no rain, low malaria risk. July is winter peak inside Zimbabwe but still quiet in Chegutu.
Peak / Festival Surge
August: end of winter and school holidays – domestic visitors fill up cheaper farm stays. Hotel prices rise 10–15%. No major Chegutu festivals; the pull is national park visits (Hwange, Mana Pools) via the road route.
Stagione di spalla
September–October: hot but still dry, fewer travellers, rates normal. November brings pre-rain heat and last-minute discounts before the wet season.
Meteo e imballaggio
July winter: days 20–25°C, nights drop below 10°C. Pack fleece or jumper for evenings, and a sunhat for the bright midday. Absolutely no rain gear needed; just solid walking shoes.
Briefing della città — Chegutu
- Chegutu–Harare road (A1) has new pothole filling in progress; expect 10–20 min delays near Norton. The Chegutu town market has a new covered vegetable section opened March 2026. Farm guests report that evening farm generator runs nightly 6–7pm – bring a power bank if you work late.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Chihuri farm, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd floor) as they are likely to be quieter due to being farther away from the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift (elevator) as it can be noisy, especially during peak hours.
Best views
None, as the hotel is located in a rural area and does not have a prominent view.
Quietest floors
2nd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Guests may hear some street noise from Chegutu's main road, but it's not excessively loud. The hotel's rural setting minimizes external noise pollution.
Insider tips
Arrive early for check-in to ensure you get your preferred room, especially during peak travel seasons. Consider requesting a room with a private bathroom if you're sensitive to shared bathroom facilities, as they may be available upon request.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Chihuri farm
Free, 5 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Serves all floors, with stairs-only access to some historic sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), physical newspapers available at the lobby
Check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop from 08:00, late check-out until 12:00, late check-out after 12:00 costs ZWL 200
Available from 08:00, costs ZWL 50 per bag per day
Step-free access to main areas, wheelchair ramps at all entries, but historic sections have some structural limitations
On-site parking available, costs ZWL 20 per night, nearest public car park at the Chegutu Bus Terminal, ZWL 10 per day, no EV charging available
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: ZWL 10 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: ZWL 500 advance deposit, with a ZWL 1,000 incidental card hold at check-in
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Zimbabwean Dollar, ZWL
Travellers can exchange currency at the local forex bureaux, but rates may be poor. Be cautious of airport bureaux, as rates are often worse.
Most major credit and debit cards are accepted at major hotels and restaurants, but cash is preferred for small transactions. Contactless and mobile payments are not widely accepted.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service, especially in restaurants. For hotel staff, a small tip of 10-20 ZWL is sufficient.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →You can find a cup of coffee for around 50-100 ZWL at a local café.
A plate of sadza (local staple food) with vegetables can cost around 100-150 ZWL at a street food vendor.
A meal at a local restaurant can cost around 200-300 ZWL for a main course.
Street food vendors can be found in the town center, particularly around the market area.
The local supermarket, OK Supermarket, is a common place to buy groceries.
Second-hand clothing can be found at the local market, where you can haggle for prices.
The cheapest way to get around is by using the local minibus taxis, which cost around 10-20 ZWL per ride. From the airport, you can take a taxi for around 100-150 ZWL.
Avoid changing money at the airport or at hotels, as rates are often poor.Use local currency for small transactions to avoid poor exchange rates.Negotiate prices at the local market for better deals.
Emergency Contacts
ChegutuFor all emergencies, dial 999 from a landline or 112 from a mobile. Local numbers above may not always be reliable; try the police station directly at +263 62 2231. For ambulance and fire, the same number applies — but response can be slow. Better to have a local contact or private clinic number handy.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Chegutu, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Chihuri farm
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Harare Station → Chegutu Station
💡 Only reliable on weekdays – delays common. Economy seats are fine for this short hop. From Chegutu station, take a taxi to Farm 11 (US$5). Book a seat 24h ahead at Harare station.
Chegutu Town rank (opposite Spar) → Farm 11, Chegutu outskirts
💡 Tell the driver 'Mukaro Farm turn-off' – they drop you at the main road, then hike 500m to the gate. Carry small USD or RTGS$ notes.
Harare (Roadport Terminal) → Chegutu (Braeside Bus Stop)
💡 Take the 08:00 bus – emptier and cooler. Get off at 'Braeside' not 'Chegutu Town' – it's 3km closer to Farm 11. From the stop, a local kombi is US$1.
Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (Harare) → Farm 11, Chegutu
💡 Arrange through the hotel's reception. Drivers know the unpaved turn-off at the 130km peg on the Harare-Bulawayo road – tell them 'Farm 11 near the Chegutu turn-off'.
Informazioni su Chegutu
Wikipedia ↗Chegutu, originally known as Hartley, is a town in Mashonaland West Province, Zimbabwe.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Chihuri farm?
Request rooms on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd floor) as they are likely to be quieter due to being farther away from the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Chihuri farm?
Avoid rooms near the lift (elevator) as it can be noisy, especially during peak hours.
Is Chihuri farm noisy?
Guests may hear some street noise from Chegutu's main road, but it's not excessively loud. The hotel's rural setting minimizes external noise pollution.
Which rooms have the best views at Chihuri farm?
None, as the hotel is located in a rural area and does not have a prominent view.
What are insider tips for staying at Chihuri farm?
Arrive early for check-in to ensure you get your preferred room, especially during peak travel seasons. Consider requesting a room with a private bathroom if you're sensitive to shared bathroom facilities, as they may be available upon request.
What time is check-in at Chihuri farm?
Check-in at Chihuri farm is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Chihuri farm have Wi-Fi?
Free, 5 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Chihuri farm?
ZWL 10 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Chihuri farm?
A plate of sadza (local staple food) with vegetables can cost around 100-150 ZWL at a street food vendor.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Chihuri farm?
The cheapest way to get around is by using the local minibus taxis, which cost around 10-20 ZWL per ride. From the airport, you can take a taxi for around 100-150 ZWL.
When is the best time to visit Chegutu?
May–August: clear bright days, cold nights, no rain, low malaria risk. July is winter peak inside Zimbabwe but still quiet in Chegutu.
Principali attrazioni a Chegutu
💡 Go late afternoon when the freight train arrives from Harare — you can watch the shunting and talk to staff who often give impromptu tours.
💡 Haggle politely — a small carving starts around $2 USD, but vendors respect a firm counter-offer of $1.50. Best time is Saturday morning when more craftspeople set up.
💡 Ask for Mrs Dube at the front desk — she knows the oral history of every exhibit and can tell you about the 1896 rebellion sites nearby.
💡 Bring your own picnic blanket and buy boiled groundnuts from the ladies at the main gate — they're cheap and fresh, about 50 cents a bag.
💡 Start at the Old Bridge side and walk upstream — the path is clearer there, and you'll find a shallow sandy bank perfect for foot-soaking in the dry season.