8/10 Good
David
Jul 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with lots of outside space
David
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
The Big Five Lodge
3.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3.5-star Gaborone lodge
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Reviews
7.07.0 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Free airport shuttle
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
Plot 807-814,Off A 33 Kazungula Road, Gaborone, 1001
- Three Dikgosi MonumentPlace, Three Dikgosi Monument8 min drive
- ISKCON GaboronePlace, ISKCON Gaborone8 min drive
- Gaborone Government EnclavePlace, Gaborone Government Enclave10 min drive
- Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.)Airport, Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.)14 min drive
Room options
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Basic Twin Room
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room
Deluxe Twin Room
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Large Twin Beds
View all photos for Family Room, 2 Twin Beds
Family Room, 2 Twin Beds
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Standard Twin Room
Standard Twin Room
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Family Room, 1 Double Bed
Family Room, 1 Double Bed
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Tent (No tents or beds provided)
- Sleeps 10
- 10 Twin Beds
About the neighborhood
Gaborone
In Gaborone .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this lodge, you'll find Three Dikgosi Monument and ISKCON Gaborone. National Museum and Gaborone Government Enclave are also within 6 miles (10 km).
What's nearby
- Three Dikgosi Monument - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
- ISKCON Gaborone - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles
- Gaborone Government Enclave - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles
- National Museum - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
- University of Botswana - 11 min drive - 5.6 miles
Getting around
- Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
- Grand Aria Hotel - 6 min drive
- Deli's - 9 min drive
- Nando's - 3 min drive
- KFC - 3 min drive
- Bull And Bush - 7 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.
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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 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM 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 provided
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 staffed during limited hours
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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
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.
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
Big Five Gaborone
Gaborone The Big Five Lodge Lodge
Lodge The Big Five Lodge
The Big Five Lodge Gaborone
Big Five Lodge
Lodge The Big Five Lodge Gaborone
Big Five
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The Big Five Lodge Gaborone
The Big Five Lodge Lodge Gaborone
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. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
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
6/10 Okay
JJFourie, Johannesburg, South Africa
Business traveler
Sep 13, 2019
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.
JJFourie
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019