PICTURES: Inside The Guest Lodge Mai Jeremaya Met Thabo And Martin

The establishment, ironically named Paradise Guest Lodge, stands accused as the location where the influencer claims she was s-xually assaulted by two men.

Details of the Alleged Assault

Mai Jeremaya voluntarily identified herself as the victim in a viral social media video, bypassing the typical anonymity granted to sexual assault survivors. In her emotional account, she described being deceived before the alleged attack occurred.

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Two suspects – Thabo Blessing Dube (27) and Martin Charlie (25) – were apprehended and appeared in Harare Magistrates Court this week. Surprisingly, prosecutors raised no objections when the pair were granted bail on Wednesday.

Inside The Guest Lodge Where Mai Jeremaya Met Thabo And Martin

The controversial establishment operates as a short-stay accommodation facility. According to its Facebook presence, the lodge is “Harare’s premium choice for private, discreet getaways.” Google Maps listings highlight amenities including high-speed WiFi, premium bedding, and protected parking.

The property is just four blocks from another similar establishment on the same avenue, raising questions about the area’s hospitality offerings. Zimbabweans also know it as Number 11 and as an easy getaway for short stays.

Affordable Rates Raise Eyebrows

Paradise Guest Lodge’s pricing structure reveals fascinating details about its typical clientele:

• Daytime stays (9 am-5:30 pm): $20
• Overnight accommodation (from 4 pm): $25-$30
• All rooms feature hot water showers

The place offers flexible pricing for their colourful clientele and they have the most flexible rates:

“Our pricing depends on how long you plan to stay with your partner. We charge $10 for two hours, $20 for a full day, and $25 for overnight stays beginning at 4pm.”

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The automated security gate and staff responses suggest the establishment commonly hosts brief romantic encounters.

As legal proceedings continue, this case has cast an unflattering light on Harare’s budget accommodation sector and raised important questions about guest safety at such establishments.