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The Big Five Lodge

3.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3.5-star Gaborone lodge

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (BWP 130 per person)
Basic Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds
Reviews
7.0

Good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free airport shuttleFree airport shuttleFree airport shuttle
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • BarBarBar
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Plot 807-814,Off A 33 Kazungula Road, Gaborone, 1001
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Botswana10 min drive
  • Popular LocationGame City Mall11 min drive
  • Popular LocationBotswana National Stadium11 min drive
  • AirportGaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.)18 min drive

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Tent (No tents or beds provided)

  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Family Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Family Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Basic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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The price is $72
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$82 total
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About the neighborhood

Gaborone

In Gaborone .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this lodge, you'll find Three Dikgosi Monument and ISKCON Gaborone. Gaborone Government Enclave and National Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Botswana - 10 min drive
  • Game City Mall - 11 min drive
  • Botswana National Stadium - 11 min drive
  • Gaborone Game Reserve - 12 min drive
  • River Walk Mall - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sky View Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪SSKB Officers' Mess - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rasmatazz Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪United Lounge - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Big Five Lodge

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3.5-star Gaborone lodge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). An outdoor pool, a nightclub, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Big Five Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Gaborone lodge is smoke free.

  • 62 guestrooms or units
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Big Five Lodge offers 62 accommodations with air conditioning. Rooms open to furnished patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

This Gaborone lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: BWP 130 for adults and BWP 90 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for BWP 250.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: BWP 70 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

This property is located in Chobe National Park. The destination fee (per person) covers entrance to the national park.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately BWP 130 for adults and BWP 90 for children
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Big Five Lodge Gaborone
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Gaborone The Big Five Lodge Lodge
Lodge The Big Five Lodge
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Lodge The Big Five Lodge Gaborone
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Big Five Lodge to the airport?

The Big Five Lodge is 6.4 mi (19-min drive) away from the Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Big Five Lodge have an airport shuttle?

The Big Five Lodge offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

Does The Big Five Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Big Five Lodge, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of BWP 130 for adults and BWP 90 for children.

Is there a casino at The Big Five Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at The Big Five Lodge?

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Big Five Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does The Big Five Lodge have a pool?

The Big Five Lodge features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does The Big Five Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Big Five Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is The Big Five Lodge to downtown Gaborone?

The Big Five Lodge is 3.4 mi away from Gaborone.

The Big Five Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with lots of outside space
The hotel covers a large area with individual chalets with their own outside seating area, and a large bar and restaurant area around the pool. Most of the staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

JJFourie, Johannesburg, South Africa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facilities are in need of some maintenance and TLC. Reception did not have record of our Expedia reservation. Wi-Fi coverage on the property is challenging.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019