Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino

4.0 star property
Hotel in Gaborone with 2 restaurants and casino

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Outdoor pool, free cabanas, sun loungers
Exterior
AVANI Presidential Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby
Lobby
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free airport shuttleFree airport shuttleFree airport shuttle
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Nyerere Drive North, Gaborone
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Botswana10 min walk
  • Popular LocationBotswana National Stadium13 min walk
  • Popular LocationRiver Walk Mall5 min drive
  • AirportGaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.)19 min drive

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Room options

AVANI Club Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

AVANI Suite

10/10 Exceptional
  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

AVANI Room

7.9/10 Good
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

AVANI Superior Room

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

AVANI Garden View Room

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Gaborone

Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino is a short stroll from University of Botswana and Botswana National Stadium. This 203-room hotel has conveniences like 2 restaurants, a casino, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • University of Botswana - 10 min walk
  • Botswana National Stadium - 13 min walk
  • Gaborone Game Reserve - 4 min drive
  • Gaborone Natural History Museum - 4 min drive
  • River Walk Mall - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • The preferred airport is Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.): 20-min drive, 7.6 mi/12.2 km.

Restaurants

  • Sky View Lounge - 6 min drive
  • Debonairs Pizza - 4 min drive
  • KFC - 2 min drive
  • The Daily Grind - 17 min walk
  • Nando's - 3 min drive

About this property

Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino

Hotel in Gaborone with 2 restaurants and casino
Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino features a casino, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this golf hotel include outdoor tennis courts, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with pay movies. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Minibars, coffee makers, and safes are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • 24-hour airport shuttle
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: BWP 210 for adults and BWP 114 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • 10 gaming tables
  • 148 slot machines
  • 18 holes of golf
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 24-hour gym
  • Casino (2,691 square feet of space)
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf lessons
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Tennis lessons

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately BWP 210 for adults and BWP 114 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Contactless check-in is available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino?

Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino?

As of May 29, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino on Jun 15, 2024 start from $90.25, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino?

This hotel is located in Gaborone, a short 13-minute walk from Botswana National Stadium and also 20 minutes on foot from National Museum. You'll also find Gaborone Game Reserve and River Walk Mall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Is there a spa available at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino?

Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages.

Does Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino include a casino?

Yes, Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino has a casino that's 2691 square feet and includes 10 gaming tables, 148 slot machines, and 2 VIP rooms.

Is there an indoor pool at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and 2 restaurants.

Does Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino.

Does Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino?

The closest major airport to Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino is Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.), which is 7.6 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino?

No, at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 102 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Simon

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Patrik

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Scharnstein

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and friendly enviriment with style and class! Front desk, check-in, restaurants, staff members make you feel home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is quite safe. The is more to be desired about the food service. Restaurant is closed at the weekend.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jeffery

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kebokile

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023