147 A5 Cnr Samora Machel Ave and Rotten Row, Harare, Zimbabwe
#5 of 19 hotels in Harare
Guests' ChoiceBased on 504 hotel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.1
Facilities
8.1
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.1
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 27 August 2025
Mthunzi
ZimbabweVery convenient location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Martha
TanzaniaLimited amenities on the property, no sitting area, shower was tight
Location, cleanliness
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Nicholas
ZambiaVery noisy all night long. Informal tyre repair shack outside was hammering sporadically all night, and a dog barking at the people wandering through in the litter filled alley the side of the building overlooks. Heavy traffic outside on the road, with trucks/busses hooting made it difficult to sleep. They need to sound-proof the room a bit.
Simple, clean, affordable, efficient and friendly staff.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 16 August 2025
Patience
ZimbabweEverything was okay
Nice and convenient to food and town.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
Marvellous
NamibiaFor the price they charge, They don’t offer breakfast
Very clean and very polite staff
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 13 June 2025
Khonza
ZimbabweThe shower drainage was slow
Clean bedding
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 9 June 2025
Okeefe
United KingdomThe room should have a small fridge freezer so that when guest arrives and for the duration of their stay,there’s somewhere to store food and other essential supplies
The hospitality when arrived at the hotel is very much welcome
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 25 May 2025
Phiri
ZambiaThe facility is located very close to a major road network, which can be very noisy at times, i.e. with sirens and hooting.
The proximity to conference spaces and CBN. The staff were nice and very helpful. The room was always well cleaned.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 14 May 2025
Prescious
United Kingdomstaff were very helpful
From Check in ti check out everything
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 22 April 2025
Fiona
South AfricaRoom had no fridge and microwave
No breakfast, room interior decor is beautiful. Location was perfect for me as it was close to my event venue. And also the food outlets at the building make everything easier for people
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 29 March 2025
Shanavas
India“I need to tell about this hotel .everything is verry nice .I need to thanks specially Mr. Watson .They always help me and they are very professional. Talking nicely and smiling...
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 3 March 2025
Gladys
United KingdomThere was no refrigerator to use in the room
The staff were very helpful and friendly The room was neat, spacious and clean
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 2 March 2025
Jan
AustraliaNice large clean modern room with good views. Helpful front desk staff and eateries nearby.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 18 February 2025
Lunga
United Kingdomnothing
everything
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 9 February 2025
Susan
GermanyThe only thing was the ceiling fan had a light connected to it which was very bright and kept going on in the middle of the night and waking me up. If you are a light sleeper, bring earplugs or get one of the deluxe rooms which are not facing the main road.
Good location (very central), super clean and spacious rooms, television, friendly staff and good value for money.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 8 February 2025
Munyaradzi
ZimbabweThey don’t have fridges in standard rooms
The staff is very friendly and the place is clean
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 15 January 2025
Fortune
ZimbabweNone
Comfortability
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 15 January 2025
Fortune
ZimbabweNothing
The place is simple and basic
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 14 January 2025
Nigel
ArgentinaThe location is not in the best part of the city but we had no problems at all getting to and from the hotel.
very efficient and friendly staff
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2025
Likhwa
ZimbabweCons: Limited amenities (e.g. no gym or pool) Restaurant menu could be more extensive Recommendation: I would recommend the N1 Hotel Rotten Row to business travelers, solo travelers, and couples looking for a convenient and affordable place to stay in Harare.
I recently had the opportunity to stay at the N1 Hotel Rotten Row in Harare, and I was impressed with the overall experience. The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the city, making it easy to get around and explore the local area. The staff at the hotel were friendly and welcoming, and they went out of their way to make sure I had everything I needed during my stay. The room was clean and comfortable, with all the amenities I required, including a comfortable bed, fan, hot water, and a flat-screen TV. One of the things that really stood out to me was the hotel's security. As a solo traveler, I often worry about safety, but the N1 Hotel Rotten Row had 24-hour security on site, which made me feel much more at ease. The hotel also has a restaurant on site, which served a decent breakfast and dinner. The food was tasty, and the prices were reasonable. Overall, I would definitely recommend the N1 Hotel Rotten Row to anyone looking for a convenient and comfortable place to stay in Harare. While it may not be a luxury hotel, it provides great value for the price, and the staff are friendly and helpful. Pros: Convenient location Friendly and welcoming staff Clean and comfortable rooms Good security Reasonable prices
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 6 January 2025
Gadaga
AustraliaCould be nice to have access to water after hours/night time. It was hot and there was no water
Very clean, beds comfortable, easy parking
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 5 January 2025
Janine
South AfricaBed was not the most comfortable but was bearable.
Rooms were clean and spacious and the staff were amazing.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 3 January 2025
Nigel
ArgentinaLocation was a bit noisy
Very helpful and pleasant staff. Excellent reception and attention
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 31 December 2024
Rukoche
South AfricaThere is no refrigerator in the unit
Stayed in December 2024
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