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Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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Property entrance
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Daily English breakfast (BWP 275 per person)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Plot 2239, Chobe River, PO Box 266, Kasane
  • Place, Mowana Golf Course
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chobe Crocodile Farm
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Chobe National Park - Sedudu Gate
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kasane (BBK)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View (Presidential Suite)

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View (Presidential Suite)

  • 602 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View (Deluxe Room)

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View (Deluxe Room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Garden View (Paraplegic Room)

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View (Standard Twin Room)

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View (Standard Twin Room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View (Executive Suite)

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View (Standard Double Room)

Separate tub and shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View (Standard Double Room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Garden View (Premier Suite)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kasane

Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa places you next to Cuando River and Mowana Golf Course. This 106-room, 5-star lodge welcomes business and leisure travelers with 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants.
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What's nearby

  • Mowana Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • CARACAL Biodiversity Center - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Chobe Crocodile Farm - 11 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Chobe National Park - Sedudu Gate - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Kazungula Bridge - 14 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kasane (BBK) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cresta Mowana Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Buzz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pepe Nero - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Plus Coffee & Curry - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa

Luxury lodge with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Guests of Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa have access to a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. There's limited parking, as well as a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury lodge include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect to find 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, slippers, and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include patios, ceiling fans, and safes. Limited housekeeping is available.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

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

Mowana Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Exterior
Chobe Safari Lodge
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 28 reviews
$378 nightly
The price is $435
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Chobe Safari Lodge

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 8 km
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: BWP 275 for adults and BWP 137.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Pool Boma Restaurant
  • Savuti Bar
  • Serondella Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1992
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated guestrooms - October 2018
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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 English breakfast: approximately BWP 275 for adults and BWP 137.50 for children

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; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers limited 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • 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:

  • The seasonal pool is open from January 01 to December 31.
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to made in advance for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. Contact the lodge at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Cresta Mowana
Cresta Mowana Safari
Cresta Mowana Safari Kasane
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort Kasane
Mowana
Mowana Safari
Mowana Safari Hotel Kasane
Mowana Safari Lodge
Cresta Mowana Safari & Kasane
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa Lodge
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa Kasane
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa Lodge Kasane

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

This lodge is located in Kasane and just steps from Mowana Golf Course and Cuando River. You'll also find Impalila Conservancy and Kasika Conservancy within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Is there a spa at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

Mowana Spa is the lodge's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy.

Does Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa have a casino on the premises?

No, Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have access between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from January 01 until December 31.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

This riverfront lodge offers plenty of amenities for couples including 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Are there hot tubs at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa has 2 restaurants, and serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa.

Does Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this lodge for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

The closest major airport to Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa is Kasane (BBK), which is 4.7 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

Yes, every guestroom at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa comes with a patio with some featuring river or garden views.

Does Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa.

Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 41 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marco

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Helene

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Lovely place, with beautiful reception area, you see that it has been grand. However you also see that the hotel overall is old and in need of renovation. the pool needed cleaning (but that was general for all our stays in Botswana) and the bar at the pool was closed in the afternoon!! They was 2 girls but the answer was closed!! Luckily a young man came by and he accommodated us (we saw that he walked to the other bar to get our orders) We had a massage all 3 and it was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pianos

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy, DULLES

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy, DULLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the staff! Made it the best time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an excellent (and reasonably priced) property to stay at in Kasanee. Note that all hotels in Kasanee town use the same provider to drive or boat you into Chobe National Park. No matter where you stay, you'll see the same animals.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Revelyn

Hotel has potential!

This hotel has potential to be fantastic but it lacks five star qualities. Reception staff were great - helpful and informative. Ordering food seems to be a problem- always takes long. Food menu could be better - the daily buffet lacked variety and not great to see flies on some of the dishes - staff just don’t seem to be on top of things. Hospitality is good - special shout out to Banks. The spa lacks imagination - presentation and spa ambience is lacking, but the massage was very good. The gym has outdated equipment and rusting dumbbells - not worth visiting. We Won’t be returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roscoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe and orderly. Great service for boat and vehicle excursions to Chobe
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

brendan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the river with plenty of trees and shelter
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Amit BM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great just some noisy guests ruined the quite
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Terrible service, felt like unwelcome guests

We didn't feel super welcomed here. There were lots of inconveniences due to terrible service that could have been avoided. For example, I confirmed pick up at the airport a few days before but when we got there on time, no one was there to get us. We had to ask the airport to call them. I asked about a tour to Zambia for Victoria Falls. The hotel said that wasn't possible. I asked them to double check and I never got a response. They did end up setting it up for us but our drive around Zambia was super sketchy, running his own errands the whole time. The food was also extremely expensive, especially considering the bad quality. They also tried to charge us double for a Chobe safari so we booked through another hotel. When we left, I asked ok so are we all good, do we need my credit card again? She said no and we left. Ten minutes later, our driver got a call and we turned around-turns out we did need to swipe our card again. Not sure why she hadn't done that while I was there and even asked her...also, expect a hour for anything. A chicken sandwich via room service will take a hour. A refill for an iced tea at lunch will take 15 minutes. Overall, service was awful for the price they charge. Worst service we've had in awhile...
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid B L

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great African style with friendly staff and a host of activities. Fantastic location. Food was outstanding!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service could be slow, but overall our stay was lovely. We had a minor issue with our room the first evening, but were swiftly moved into another (and upgraded) room. Great setting, amazing excursions and local guides...and of course, the wonderful views.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great hotel

Great hotel, good service right on the river.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid B L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

tara

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not recommend

The hotel staff at reception were fantastic checking in and out as well as the activities desk superb. The rooms are dated but clean, the wifi is touch and go depending on where you are with in the resort. The food is average and over priced and not 5 star quality !! The staff in restaurant was ok but not again 5 star. Pool area was shabby and need a good clean and a lot of TLC again not worthy of a 5 star resort. Empty bottles and glasses left out on tables around pool area for 2 days no one cleans up!! Hotel Setting lovely but let down from the lack of maintenance. Overall a 2-3 star hotel at best but you are paying 5 star prices!! Would not recommend!!!

8/10 Good

Tahir, US

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

Great Location and past

This hotel has all the amenities to compete with any world class hotel however it has not been well maintained for various reasons. Staff is pleasant but not always professionally trained. Emphasis is on catering to larger groups. Not disappointing but not as good as it could have been

8/10 Good

ANNE, Johannesburg

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

Expensive, but good.

We stayed in the Clinton Suite which was beautiful, very comfortable and spacious. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. An otherwise pleasant stay was marred by the fact that we had no wifi (our suite was apparently one of 2 which had no wifi (communication is very important to us so this did not go down well!). At over R6K per night, it was expensive compared to similar facilities.

10/10 Excellent

Frank, Minnesota

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

Clocks

I only wish my room had a clock in it. None of my motel rooms had them in Africa though.

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

8/10 Good

Harry, Verona,Ky

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

On the Chobe River

10min to airport convene the for River photography. . Staff excellent go out of way to help you . Food is good not excellent. Comfortable bed a/c, and tv.

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