This is our first time visiting the African Continent. And since we decided to fly in a day before our Safari Tour started (so we can get settled in and rested before we started our Safari adventure), we had to book a place to stay for one night. And I’m really quite glad that we chose Cresta Sprayview. The staff (especially the restaurant waiter who interacted with the most) set the tone for our overall experience in Zimbabwe. They were incredibly warm, friendly and accommodating. And went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. The food was good also. If you get the chance, I recommend trying the oxtail stew (a traditional African dish/recipe). And the Sprayview signature cocktail. You won’t be disappointed.
The hotel itself is a bit older and dated, could use some updates for sure. Both AC’s in our room made periodic clicking sounds what made sleeping a bit challenging. And the hot water in the bathroom took quite a while to come through. Otherwise though, the beds were comfortable, the place felt very safe. Might not be a place a would choose for an extended stay. But for a one night stay to relax and settle in before starting our Safari adventure (we stayed at Bayete Guest Lodge nearby which was booked by our tour operators - highly recommended for extended stays), Cresta was more-than-adequate.
