The first international branded hotel in Victoria Falls in over a decade /

Accor has announced its first hotel in Zimbabwe, in partnership with Mambano Hotels Limited. Mbano Manor Hotel Victoria Falls by Mantis will be the first international branded hotel in Victoria Falls in over a decade. Nestled among an ancient teak forest, the highly regarded luxury property, which opened in 2020, will be renamed the Mantis Collection in June this year. Surrounded by the wild beauty of a bird and tree sanctuary, the boutique hotel offers 18 luxury suites and a presidential villa.

Mbano Manor Hotel Victoria Falls is proudly founded, built and managed by Dr. Matifadza Martha Nyazema (“Doc Mati”) and her passionate team of stakeholders. Doc Mati is a dynamic African woman who realized her dream of creating a world-class forest hotel amidst the splendor of Victoria Falls.

“Accor and Mantis are delighted to establish a presence in Zimbabwe, particularly in Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World – and specifically here at the Mbano Manor Hotel – created by a remarkable woman and audacious entrepreneur. We are honored to support and continue Doc Mati’s dream of offering this unique hospitality experience,” said Paul Gardiner, CEO of Mantis Collection. “In addition to creating exceptional guest experiences, Mantis is committed to preserving the surrounding communities, wildlife and the environment – which is our top priority with the utterly unique Mbano Manor Hotel Victoria Falls.”

Each Mantis property is a unique celebration of its destination, with creatively curated experiences that introduce guests to the essence of the culture, history and people of the surrounding community. The Mantis philosophy is one of responsible and environmentally sound development and operations, supporting the local environment while conserving and conserving all natural resources.

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The new Mbano Manor Hotel Victoria Falls by Mantis will operate in accordance with Accor’s environmental and energy efficiency reporting tools, internal carbon price monitoring, eco-certification programs and brand standard sustainability criteria.

About Mantis

Mantis is a leading conservation-focused hotel group with luxury hotels, eco-lodges and waterway experiences around the world. Sustainable travelers have been enjoying ecotourism, safaris and adventure tours with Mantis since 2000. Rooted in conservation, Mantis is committed to sustainable business practices and develops tourism products that respect the environment and the communities in which they operate. Acclaimed for its pioneering work in development, management, marketing, education and conservation, Mantis’ business model successfully combines responsible tourism, conservation and adventure, translating into unique travel experiences.

Whether small and intimate or vast and complex, on a vast African plain, in a bustling city or in the middle of a forest, each is an exceptional place for guests to find themselves. While uniquely different in the experiences they offer, they are all linked by a collective ambition to be extraordinary; to be rare in a world that mass-produces equality. Mantis consistently curates, collects and discovers destinations and experiences that stir the soul, defy expectations and live forever in the heart.

Sustainability goals are achieved through the Mantis Impact division, as well as through the Mantis and Accor foundation, Community Conservation Fund Africa (CCFA). Mantis is part of Accor, a leading global hospitality group with more than 5,400 locations in more than 110 countries, and a brand participating in ALL – Accor Live Limitless – a lifestyle loyalty program that offers access to a wide range of rewards, services and experiences.