Gwango Elephant Lodge, nestled in a national park, offers an immersive experience with full breakfast at The Stone House restaurant and dry cleaning/laundry services for your convenience. Unwind in the garden or enjoy a drink at the bar while staying connected with WiFi; other perks include free self parking and barbecue grills.
Railway Recreation Center - 20 min drive - 17.9 km
Nyamandhlovu Platform - 40 min drive - 22.5 km
Getting around
Victoria Falls (VFA) - 153 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
The Waterbuk's Head - 18 min drive
About this property
Gwango Elephant Lodge
Enjoy your visit to Dete with a stay at Gwango Elephant Lodge. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
11 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive check-in instructions prior to their arrival.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free offsite parking nearby
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 6 AM–11 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Ecotours
Services
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Wedding services
Facilities
Built in 2014
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Stay connected
Desk
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Giraffe Lounge - This lobby lounge serves breakfast and light fare.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Gwango Elephant Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Gwango Elephant Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Gwango Elephant Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gwango Elephant Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Gwango Elephant Lodge and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Gwango Elephant Lodge includes ecotours. Gwango Elephant Lodge also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Gwango Elephant Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Stone House.
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Gwango Elephant Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2018
Lovely stay at Gwango
We had a lovely time staying 2 nights at Gwango Elephant Lodge. The staff were all very helpful and the food was excellent. This was a very peaceful place and was amazing to have elephants just outside the dining area when eating dinner.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
4/10 Fair
Sep 3, 2017
Left without checking in
This lodge came as a big disappointment after we had stayed in nine other lodges on our road trip from
South Africa and around Zimbabwe. All were excellent. While the owner, Elizabeth, was very pleasant on arrival, Gwango does not match its description and ironically was the most expensive rate paid for any of our other accommodation. There were no other guests despite it being peak tourist season and the surrounding lodges having high occupancies. The chalets are modest at best without coffee or tea making facilities or bottled water. There was undue interference by visiting family members with the duties of the camp staff. Despite this being a bush camp there were constantly barking dogs from the owners nearby house.There is no basic wifi. We were lucky to secure the last chalet in a neighbouring lodge. Regrettably we have also had no response from Hotel.com to our written complaint.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2017
Great place to watch wildlife
really nice
emm
emm, 3-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2016
truly fantastic African experience
Completely amazing. Real African with a view of the pan.
Additionally, the staff & owners were indescribably attentive and lovely. We were celebrating my husband's birthday and they made it amazing. The best part was a birthday cake. Made of elephant dung! Fabulous!!! Will never forget it.
Conny Maria
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2015
Näher dran geht's nicht.....
Wir waren als Motorradgruppe dort. Wurden von den Eigentümern sehr herzlich empfangen. Sie haben sich um alles hervorragend gekümmert und waren ständig parat. In der Nacht sind wir zu einer Elephantengruppe gefahren, die sich wohl stets in Lodgenähe aufhält..... Ein super Erlebnis....