Leva Hotels Bulawayo Deal: Major Zimbabwe Expansion Announced

Leva Hotels Bulawayo Expansion Gains Momentum in Zimbabwe

Dubai, April 2026 — Leva Hotels Bulawayo expansion continues to gain momentum as the brand signs a 120-key hotel in Zimbabwe. This marks its second property in the country and strengthens its Africa growth strategy.The project is being developed in partnership with Radar Properties and will be located within the Kings City mixed-use development.

120-Key Leva Hotels Bulawayo Property in Kings City

The upcoming Leva Hotels Bulawayo property will be a four-star hotel featuring 120 keys. It will be part of Kings City, a 2,100-hectare mixed-use development located about 8 km from the city centre.The development integrates hospitality, retail, and lifestyle infrastructure into a single urban destination.The hotel’s location provides access to major attractions such as Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, and the Matobo Hills. This positioning supports both tourism and business travel demand.The project is a greenfield development, meaning it will be a completely new addition to Bulawayo’s hospitality sector.

Facilities Designed for Business and Leisure Travelers

The Bulawayo hotel development will include a restaurant, fitness centre, spa, and conference facilities.Meeting and event spaces highlight its dual focus on corporate and leisure segments. This approach aligns with growing demand in emerging city markets.The combination of wellness, dining, and business facilities creates a balanced midscale hospitality offering.

Leva Hotels Zimbabwe Portfolio Expands Beyond Harare

This Leva Hotels Zimbabwe expansion follows the company’s first property in Harare, opened in August 2025.The Harare hotel features 177 keys and is located in Chester House. It includes meeting spaces and an all-day dining restaurant.With the Bulawayo project, the company is expanding beyond the capital into a key secondary city. This reflects a multi-city growth strategy in Zimbabwe.

Bulawayo Hotel Development Driven by Market Demand

The Bulawayo hotel development market shows strong potential due to limited branded supply.The city serves as a regional economic hub and benefits from proximity to major tourist destinations.Rising visitor numbers and infrastructure growth are increasing demand for quality accommodation.This creates opportunities for international hotel operators entering underdeveloped markets.

Africa Hotel Expansion Strategy Gains Strength

The Africa hotel expansion strategy of Leva Hotels includes multiple emerging markets.In addition to Zimbabwe, the company has announced a property in Casablanca, Morocco, scheduled to open in June 2026.The strategy focuses on management agreements rather than ownership, enabling faster regional growth.

The Leva Hotels Bulawayo project represents a key step in the brand’s Zimbabwe and Africa expansion.It is expected to contribute to the growth of branded hospitality in Bulawayo while supporting the city’s business and tourism sectors.Although the opening timeline is not confirmed, the project highlights increasing investor interest in Zimbabwe’s hospitality market.