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The Big Five Lodge

3.5 star property
Lodge in Gaborone with free airport shuttle and nightclub

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Exterior
Family Room, 2 Single Beds
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (BWP 130 per person)
The Big Five Lodge offers a tropical airport-adjacent escape with garden relaxation and poolside billiards by day. In the evening, enjoy the on-site nightclub. Stay connected with high-speed WiFi and benefit from nearby laundry facilities.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Tent (No tents or beds provided)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 1 Double Bed

Family Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Single Beds

Family Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Twin Room

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Plot 807-814,Off A 33 Kazungula Road, Gaborone, 1001

What's nearby

  • Serondela Reserve - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • University of Botswana - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Game City Mall - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Botswana National Stadium - 13 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Gaborone Game Reserve - 18 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪United Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Deli's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grand Aria Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Big Five Lodge

Property highlights
A free return airport shuttle, a nightclub and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Big Five Lodge. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and smoke-free property
  • A billiards/pool table, tour/ticket information and barbecues
Room features
All 62 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return 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

  • Smoke-free property

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for BWP 250.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: BWP 70 per person, per stay.

We have included all 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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately BWP 130 for adults and from BWP 90 for children
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Big Five Lodge Gaborone
Big Five Gaborone
Gaborone The Big Five Lodge Lodge
Lodge The Big Five Lodge
The Big Five Lodge Gaborone
Big Five Lodge
Lodge The Big Five Lodge Gaborone
Big Five
The Big Five Lodge Lodge
The Big Five Lodge Gaborone
The Big Five Lodge Lodge Gaborone

Frequently asked questions

Does The Big Five Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Is The Big Five Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Big Five Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Big Five Lodge?

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Big Five Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does The Big Five Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is The Big Five Lodge located?

Situated in Gaborone, this lodge is within 6 miles (10 km) of Three Dikgosi Monument, ISKCON Gaborone and National Museum. Gaborone Government Enclave and Serondela Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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