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The Big Five Lodge

3.5 star property
Lodge in Gaborone with airport shuttle service and a nightclub

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Family Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (BWP 130 per person)
Outdoor pool
Exterior

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry

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Plot 807-814,Off A 33 Kazungula Road, Gaborone, 1001
  • University of Botswana
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Botswana National Stadium
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Gaborone Game Reserve
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Tent (No tents or beds provided)

  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Family Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Family Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Basic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gaborone

The Big Five Lodge places you within a 10-minute drive of Three Dikgosi Monument and ISKCON Gaborone. This 3.5-star lodge welcomes guests with 62 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Serondela Reserve - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • University of Botswana - 11 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Game City Mall - 12 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Botswana National Stadium - 13 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Gaborone Game Reserve - 18 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪SSKB Officers' Mess - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rasmatazz Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Legacy Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Big Five Lodge

Lodge in Gaborone with airport shuttle service and a nightclub
At The Big Five Lodge, guests enjoy a nightclub, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a picnic area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding. Furnished patios, electric kettles, and phones are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

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

Languages

Afrikaans, 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 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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

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

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for BWP 250

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: BWP 70 per person, per stay

These are all of the 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

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

  • 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 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 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
  • Check-in: 6:00 AM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Gaborone The Big Five Lodge Lodge
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Big Five Lodge?

The Big Five Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to The Big Five Lodge?

This lodge is located in Gaborone, close to Botswana National Stadium, Game City Mall, and Gaborone Game Reserve. You'll also find Gaborone Government Enclave and Three Dikgosi Monument within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Big Five Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Big Five Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, The Big Five Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Big Five Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about The Big Five Lodge?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this lodge, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Big Five Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does The Big Five Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Big Five Lodge serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Big Five Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Big Five Lodge.

Does The Big Five Lodge have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from The Big Five Lodge?

The closest major airport to The Big Five Lodge is Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.), which is 6.4 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Big Five Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at The Big Five Lodge comes with a furnished patio with some featuring garden views.

The Big Five Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

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

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

8/10 Good

David

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

Beautiful hotel with lots of outside space

The hotel covers a large area with individual chalets with their own outside seating area, and a large bar and restaurant area around the pool. Most of the staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

JJFourie, Johannesburg, South Africa

Business traveler
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

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