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Xaro Lodge

3.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Xaro Lodge | View from room
Outdoor treatment areas, massages
Honeymoon Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator, River View | In-room business center
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Okavanga Delta, Shakawe
  • Place, Tsodilo Hills
  • Place, Popa Falls
  • Place, Mahango Game Reserve

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Xaro Lodge

  • River view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator, River View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Honeymoon Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator, River View

  • River view
  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Shakawe

Xaro Lodge places you adjacent to Okavango Delta. This 3-star tentalow has 10 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.
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About this property

Xaro Lodge

Guests of Xaro Lodge enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and spa treatment rooms. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 40 per person roundtrip. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a library, and a terrace.
Recreational amenities at the tentalow include an outdoor pool.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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. There are massage/treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking within 3 miles; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Xaro Restaurant

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, 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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 40 (roundtrip), (from 2 to 12 years old)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning and heating are not provided
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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: 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 during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with offsite parking (reservations required).

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Air conditioning and heating are not provided.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the tentalow at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • No alcohol is permitted at Xaro Lodge.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Xaro Lodge Shakawe
Xaro Shakawe
Xaro Lodge Shakawe
Xaro Lodge Safari/Tentalow
Xaro Lodge Safari/Tentalow Shakawe

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Xaro Lodge?

This tentalow is located in Shakawe, just steps from Okavango Delta.

Is there parking available at Xaro Lodge?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the tentalow.

Is there a spa available at Xaro Lodge?

Spa services at the tentalow include massages.

Does Xaro Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Xaro Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Xaro Lodge?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Xaro Lodge?

This riverfront tentalow offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Does Xaro Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does Xaro Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Xaro Lodge serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts at Xaro Restaurant each morning.

Does Xaro Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Xaro Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there rooms with balconies at Xaro Lodge?

Yes, every accommodation at Xaro Lodge comes with a balcony with some featuring river views.

Xaro Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ralf

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

Tolle Lodge am Okovango

Terrasse mit Blick auf den Sonnenuntergang auf den Okavango. Sehr gepflegte Anlage mit vielen Vögeln. Das Essen war sehr lecker. Zusätzlich gab es noch eine Tea-Time mit Kuchen Zu bemängeln sind lediglich die Getränkepreise, die dreimal so hoch waren, wie im Geschäft. Ist unüblich in Botswana
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed silence, nature and kindness of everybody. Hearing the hippos was spectacular. Unluckily, we did not see them on our boattrip but this was not a fault of anybody.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hermann

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noralf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal hat sich alle Mühe gegeben, den Aufenthalt für uns einzigartig zu machen. Vielen Dank!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Bernhard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Schönes Zelt-Hotel am Okawango-River hervorragende Verpflegung, beste Betreuung, ruhige, einsame Lage am Fluss. Wir waren 4 Tage hier . Nur mit dem Transfer-Boot zu erreichen. Hartmut und Regina
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

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