Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino

4.0 star property
Hotel in Gaborone with 2 restaurants and a casino

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Hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages
Outdoor pool, free cabanas, sun loungers
Business center
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
Nyerere Drive North, Gaborone
  • University of Botswana
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Botswana National Stadium
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Gaborone Game Reserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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Room options

AVANI Club Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

AVANI Suite

  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

AVANI Room

  • 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 - 0.5 miles
  • Botswana National Stadium - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Serondela Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Gaborone Game Reserve - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • River Walk Mall - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sky View Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪News Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Daily Grind - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino

Hotel in Gaborone with 2 restaurants and a 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

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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 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM 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-hole adjacent golf course
  • 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 provided

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 at the property
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.

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 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino on Jun 21, 2025 start from $113.17, 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 19 minutes on foot from National Museum. You'll also find Gaborone Game Reserve and River Walk Mall within a short drive.

Will I be able to park 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.

Is Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino good for couples?

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, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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 at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino.

Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 114 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short stop at the end of a longer trip

Comfortable one-night stay. The room was well furnished and in decent condition, though the AC was a bit tricky. Bathroom was very modern. The hotel has a nice decor,but some areas are showing signs of age. The pool area is nice and large, but could have been a but cleaner and needs new or more modern loungers and seating options. The food menu at the bar was limited, and the food was ok - not the best we had in Botswana, but not bad either. There was a DJ by the pool that was very loud (as seems to be typical in Botswana) but this finished at around 22:00 so did not disturb our sleep. There is no lift, but the staff did help by bringing our luggage up to our 1st floor room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Algeria

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Corporate

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mati

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Above average experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Adriaan

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible

Very noisy on the street. Aircon is so noisy you have to turn it off. The restaurant was not open so you had to sit by the pool where some local DJ played loud music that was not to my liking. It was windy and cold. I believe the kitchen burnt down a while ago but noone informed me on booking. Left early...
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Dean, Kelowna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is at the top of the range for price. Booked to rooms for government meetings, and one had no hot water..zero! Not an amenity on would even expect was in question?? Issue was reported, not fix fixed, and zero compensation or customer service….full rate, and a sorry about that??? Completely unacceptable at rate.

2/10 Terrible

Mai

8/10 Good

brendan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very busy hotel so a lot of noise. Our room had a door to the next room and whilst locked, we could hear our neighbors movements very easily
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne, Wenatchee

Traveled with partner
Pleasant building and amenities. Room was good sized and comfortable. Staff are pleasant and efficient.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

jean claude

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I

I really had very good stay and the room was very clean but i had a problem with the breakfast it was not up to the standard expected. i had asked for treat since it was on my birthday and i didn't receive it like in other hotels they do sing and give a small piece of Cake for the treat.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Yrneh

Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022