Bulawayo Rainbow spruces up for UNWTO

Published: 30 June 2013
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe's second largest city, is famed for its charisma as the City of Kings and, of course, the kings must live with their queens.

The City of Kings - so-called as it was the capital of legendary Ndebele kings Mzilikazi and Lobengula - retains its air of majesty. With its generously wide streets, it typifies, in the most positive way, the oft-cited laid-back character of African cities. It's relaxed, charming and inviting - the old and the new moulded effortlessly into one.

Steeped in a proud history and looking ahead to a bright future, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe's second city and industrial capital, is known for its laid-back character and the easy-going, gregarious nature of its people.

To a dim wit, the wide tree-lined streets, a laid-back population, and an array of old Gothic buildings are what make Bulawayo tick but to the discerning tourist, the city of comfort. When in transit, Bulawayo has an array of hotels for everyone.

At the corner of Josiah Tongogara Street and 10th Avenue is a towering monster that has stood the test of time - the Bulwayo Rainbow Hotel.

Conveniently located in Bulawayo, Rainbow Bulawayo Hotel is a great base from which to explore this vibrant city. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer.

A haven of rest and relaxation, the hotel will offer total renewal just steps away from the city's numerous attractions such as the eBulawayo Publicity Association and National Art Gallery.

In recent years, the hotel had been run down and I was one of those people very reluctant to put up at this hotel after my previous experiences in 2009 and 2010 but unbeknown to me, things have really changed. A few week ago I put up at hotel and things have really changed.

Under a new management, the hotel has departed from what it has been known for a few years back - laxity of workers. Today the Rainbow Bulawayo Hotel is making every effort to make guests feel comfortable. These days the hotel provides the best in services and amenities. It offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even the most discerning guest. All guest accommodation features thoughtful amenities to ensure an unparalleled sense of comfort.

Besides, the hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. When you are looking for comfortable and convenient accommodations in Bulawayo, make Rainbow Bulawayo Hotel your home away from home.

The whole of this city is open to you from this ideal location. The friendly, knowledge- able and professional staff who will be happy to advise you on the best sights and highlights of the second largest city in Zimbabwe.

Close by this hotel one is the Matopos National Park and the Chipangali Wildlife Orphanage for those who travel to Africa to sample the extraordinary natural resource.

The impressive Natural History Museum educates and enthrals visitors. Indeed, Bulawayo is the museum, theatre and art gallery centre of Zimbabwe and offers a myriad of sightseeing options.

RTG, the owners of the hotel, have taken advantage of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation General Assembly slated for August 24-29 and changed the carpets, cleaned almost every corner and rebranded its workers who are now amazingly spot on, in terms of almost everything.

There is no doubt that RTG is taking advantage of the massive boost in confidence on Zimbabwe as a destination in the aftermath of the UNWTO General Assembly in Victoria Falls to positively position itself as a premier provider of hospitality services in Zimbabwe.

RTG is expected to channel at least $2.5 million towards the refurbishment of its Rainbow Hotels portfolio. This will see partial refurbishment of the Victoria Falls Rainbow Hotel which has already commenced the Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel, Kadoma Hotel and Conference Centre and the New Ambassador Hotel.
- herald
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