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37799, Bus Rank, Gaborone, Botswana
#23 of 27 hotels in Gaborone
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 235 hotel reviews
7.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.0
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Comfort
7.7
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Location
7.7
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Facilities
7.3
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Staff
8.6
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Value for money
7.7
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Free Wifi
9.5
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Reviewed: March 1, 2025
Sebina
Botswana1 review6.0Pleasant- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The amount that was showed after making bookings was P505 but I was chargedP545
For now nothing
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: December 2, 2024
Robin
South Africa1 review1 helpful vote7.0“Decent accomodation which needs some comfort improvements. Surrounded by a sketchy environment.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The air conditioner in the room did not work. Mid summer Gaborone is very hot so an air conditioner is crucial. The area around the accommodation looks like a bus station and a market so it looks sketchy.
The size of the rooms is good. The best part of my experience was the staff. Pearl and Tsholofelo were very kind, professional and pleasant.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: October 23, 2024
Jim
United Kingdom28 Reviews1 helpful vote6.0Pleasant- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
After a very long day’s drive, it was difficult to reach the hotel which is located behind a very busy bus & taxi station. A nearby nightclub playing very loud music until late didn’t make for a restful night.
The staff made us welcome, did what they could to make us comfortable and provided a good supper.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: October 17, 2024
Sipho
South Africa1 review6.0Pleasant- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Security issue, it is next to the taxi rank and traffic is a mess in and out of the hotel yard
The hotel needs an upgrade. It looks like a hostel, it's old fashioned.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 7, 2024
Petelo
Botswana1 review7.0“It was a good idea to stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
If they check in starts earlier than 13h00
They must reduce the price,
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: September 28, 2024
Keith
United Kingdom75 Reviews4 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The reality was very different from the description which needs to be severely revised. E.g. replace the phrase "mountain view" with "garage roof view".
Friendly staff. Good size room.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 1, 2024
Medicalcentre
Botswana11 Reviews7.0“Good”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bed was in a bad condition
The location
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: August 15, 2024
Rosa
Botswana10 Reviews8.0“CITY CENTER”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Electronics not functioning tv
Atmosphere is always free and friendly
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 4, 2024
Nyangadzayi
Botswana5 Reviews6.0Pleasant- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Close proximity to the Bus rank. Accessible friendly staff
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: June 20, 2024
Phooko
Lesotho3 Reviews7.0Good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast menu is the same every day. Also, it's very noisy. The noise is from the hotel bar itself.
The good thing about this hotel is the staff hospitality.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 20, 2024
Nyakutya
Botswana1 review6.0“for someone who was tired and arrived late the place was the best option and safe for me”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
i think they need to change the bed size and the base of the beds as well as matress. there are nolonger firm for someone with back problem. Also they need to increase the lighting in the room its a bit dull for studying
i did eat breakfast but the location is good for someone using a bus as means of transport The tiles they have put in rooms makes it habitable
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 8, 2024
Yvonne
Botswana1 review8.0“Very welcoming and comfortable”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing
good meals perfect location good reception from staff
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 13, 2024
Michele
Australia101 Reviews6 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
5he location is not the best at the bus ranks so very noisy and busy
The staff was fabulous
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 3, 2024
Sean
Botswana1 review7.0“Good stay only taking a show was a problem”- • Business trip
- • Group
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The shower, low water pressure and the water was cold
The staff service was good, I enjoyed my stay at Gaborone Hotel
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Eric
South Africa1 review7.0“Basic met all requirements”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Bar a bit scruffy
Location not good but friendless / inside good.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 19, 2024
Andrea
United Kingdom6 Reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The air-conditioning in the room was super strong, but this might be a positive depending on what you are used to. Same goes for the location near the bus rank which is rather busy - it was convenient for us but might not be everyone's cup of tea.
The location of the hotel is very convenient - right next to the central bus station (which is really busy day and night). The staff was very friendly and helpful - lovely young lady at the reception helped us to get information about long distance buses as we were unsure about departure times etc. Although the furniture in the room was not the newest, it was comfy and clean - good for the price and enough for our one night stay. There is also a bar downstairs where you can buy drinks if the comolimentary bottles of water and tea in your room is not enough :)
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 12, 2024
Sean
United Kingdom23 Reviews5 helpful votes8.0“Very good.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Very good location and price.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: January 29, 2024
Maswabi
Botswana2 Reviews8.0“Great stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Only a single bottle of water was in the room, there should be a jug of water that they can refill at your leisure
This hotel is located right by the city centre and near a mall which is incredibly convenient.The staff is really kind and friendly , they are eager to help with any problem you might have during your stay
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: January 22, 2024
Tlhaloeo
Botswana1 review8.0Very Good- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Few menue to choose from.
All that i needed in the room was available. I didn't have to ask for anything. The employees were so friendly and welcoming.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: January 17, 2024
Lucyna
Poland50 Reviews9 helpful votes8.0“Great location, excellent food on hotel s restaurant”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Tabala/Daisy excellent receptiont, made our stay nice. The restaurant Has great Chef -beef was just amazing. I wish i stayed konger just for his food. Baru convenient also-closes at 10 on.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: January 6, 2024
Fellistas
South Africa8 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The furniture is kinda old
The rooms were spacious ,clean and they gave us free bathroom slippers
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: January 4, 2024
Hilton
South Africa13 Reviews2 helpful votes7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bed was a bit hard and the the headboard can be better
Staff are friendly, location is perfect in the middle of a lot of things, price is great
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: December 28, 2023
Sharon
South Africa1 review8.0“We had a great time and we will come back again”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Perfect location
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: December 15, 2023
Robert
United Kingdom24 Reviews2 helpful votes7.0“Good location and value for money”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Not having to climb up and down so many stairs
Perfect location if you need to use a shuttle or a coach to travel to destinations outside of Gaborone. Very spacious rooms and having a fridge is very handy
Stayed in December 2023
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