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Rainbow Towers

4.5 of 5
Pennefather Avenue, Harare, Zimbabwe (Formerly Sheraton Harare)
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Harare
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

The food was great, the staff were very friendly and helpful- I would unreservedly recommend this to others. The staff went out of its way to ensure that we were comfortable. Our conference was a very wonderful experience. I am planning to take my family there some time so the children can enjoy the hospitality and the good food. The... More

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Colombo, Sri Lanka
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

Hotel staff’s are friendly, food and beverage is not too expensive. Cleaning and maintenance can do better. Most of the equipment in the gym are defective, poor pool maintenance. It took over an hour to deliver the room service. Rooms are average.

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

I've been staying at this hotel for almost 20 years. I generally stay three times per year ten nights per stay. The Hotel is in desperate Need of renovation especially the bedrooms and restaurants. Nothing's changed in 20 years so its all looking dated and worn out. The only reason I still stay there is the STAFF - they are... More

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Johannesburg
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12 reviews 12 reviews
6 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013 via mobile

From the old days of the Sheraton, this hotel has sadly gone downhill. Staff are friendly, it's not too expensive and the bar and Teryaki Resteraunt very nice. However he rooms let this place down. Old bathrooms and I needed to repair the wardrobe in order to remain safe every time I entered my room. The pool are is a... More

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Strasbourg, France
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

This former Sheraton Hotel, built 30 years ago, is surprisingly still in good condition, despite the very hard economic conditions prevailing in Zimbabwe. Food is very good, with excellent steaks prepared in front of you, breakfast is varied (though 25 USD represents something close to robbery). Rooms are okay, quality of TV so-so, there is a shower in the bathroom,... More

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South Africa
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

Hotels in Zimbabwe's capital need to be seen in the context of a country that has faced tough times, and continues to do so. Economic mismanagement, hyperinflation and low visitor numbers have undermined the profitability or viability of many hotels, and undermined their owners' ability to invest and upgrade their facilities. Rainbow Towers is no exception. The hotel lobby is... More

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Delhi
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013

The hotel seems to have seen its own good old days. Currently the rooms are not so clean, the air-conditioners make noise and the staff comprehends little of what you ask. One solace is the nice lobby and the bar they have. The breakfast spread is very good but little choice on room service, the menu itself looks used, old... More

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Cape Town
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2012

Harare city central is a busy place. Since my last trip to this country some five years ago, the number of vehicles on their roads has rocketed as their driving prowess has moved in a diametric way ! Still, it is The Sunshine City.... I attended the travel & tourism trade Sanganai/Hlanganai Fair 2012 in October and stayed at two... More

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Harare, Zimbabwe
1 review
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2012

The Jacaranda is one of the most amazing venues for weddings in Harare,I have been to many weddings and i am a bit analytical. I had come to a conclusion that you will not find an indoors wedding venue that will match international standards, i have since changed my mind. What an amazing way to start a life together, i... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2012

i stayed at the hotel and the staff are extremely friendly a home away from home.I checked in at the hotel and upon checking in i got a warm welcome from staff.After checking a few minutes guest relations called to find out how my stay was and were friendly.The room was airy, and facing the city the room has a... More

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Additional Information about Rainbow Towers

Also Known As:
Rainbow Towers Hotel Harare
Rainbow Towers Hotel
Rainbow Hotel Harare
Address: Pennefather Avenue, Harare, Zimbabwe (Formerly Sheraton Harare)
Region: Zimbabwe > Harare Province > Harare
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 9 hotels in Harare
Price range (per night): 227 AUD - 270 AUD
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The 5-Star Rainbow Towers Hotel and Conference Centre is the premier choice in Harare, Zimbabwe's sunshine capital city, for major business and social events. It is located on the fringe of the vibrant city centre and regally set in spacious landscaped gardens.The 305-room Hotel, formerly Sheraton Harare, opened in 1985 and regularly hosts Heads-of-State and many other VIPs of distinction. The main auditorium holds 4,500 people for a state-of-the-art conference or live show and the whole complex has a plethora of ancillary conference, exhibition and other multi-purpose function rooms. ... more   less 
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