Title: The Observatory Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=1511&destination=Harare%2C+Harare%2C+Zimbabwe&selected=110420663&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The Observatory ## Photo gallery for The Observatory ![Interior - The Observatory (Harare)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110420700/110420663/a037700a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Observatory (Harare)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110420700/110420663/3479e6df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Towels, soap, toilet paper - The Observatory (Harare)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110420700/110420663/331fa8ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Observatory (Harare)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110420700/110420663/f3cc824f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker - The Observatory (Harare)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110420700/110420663/1d7ea0d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Observatory provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### The Observatory Nestled in a quiet neighbourhood, this beauty of a serene quiet cottage, lends itself to nature but also a very quiet and peaceful place. Set on the original site of an observatory the views and the night skies are idyllic. A nice place if you need a place to retire after a busy working day in the city or business trip, or a definite place to journal and even find time to quiet down and write a book! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93420000/93416500/93416448/f6283d1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pemabwe Harare - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Harare is home to this apartment. Wingate Golf Club and Borrowdale Brooke Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Zimbabwe Museum of Human Sciences and National Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Royal Harare or Harare Sports Club. 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