The Big Five Lodge
12 Mogoditshane
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20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“The staff are very welcoming”
“The staff are very friendly and accommodating”
“Room was spacious”
“Good bed, hot Water and very good breakfast”
“Neat and tidy, what you see is what you get”
“Clean spacious room,air conditioned”
“Clients want to develop in the company, which is good because it shows that they…”
Overview
Set in Gaborone, 5 km from Gaborone International Conference Centre, The Big Five Lodge offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Located around 7 km from SADC Head Quarters, the hotel with free WiFi is also 7.4 km away from Three Dikgosi Monument. Guests can enjoy African and American dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. At the hotel all rooms come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Speaking Afrikaans and English at the 24-hour front desk, staff are ready to help around the clock. Gabarone Station is 8.3 km from The Big Five Lodge, while Government Enclave is 8.8 km away. The nearest airport is Sir Seretse Khama International, 11 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Molaps
solo_traveller
May 12, 2026
“My stay at the big 5 I expected alot”
Only the receptionist willingly helped The chef too served us when the waitress weren't there
Bernard
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
The staff are very welcoming
Bonga
extended_group
April 20, 2026
“Nothing much”
Nothing
Nthabiseng
couple
April 5, 2026
The place is beautiful as it shows in the picture. The staff are very friendly and accommodating.
Usimele
couple
March 30, 2026
The staff is just lovely...we loved the stay
Thabang
couple
March 13, 2026
“I have nothing to say abt the lodge because it was poor even the food it was bad”
Nothing
Meshack
couple
March 2, 2026
The problem was water
Ameliah
couple
February 1, 2026
Privacy,, the receptionist was the best ever, so hospitable. She went all out to assist us.
Oscar
solo_traveller
January 20, 2026
Nothing
Godfrey
solo_traveller
January 16, 2026
“My stay was excellent. The accommodation was clean, tidy, and met all expectations.”
Neat and tidy, what you see is what you get
Kowa-Ambrose
couple
December 30, 2025
“Disappointed”
Nothing really
Rams
couple
December 26, 2025
“I love the big five and I’m planning to come with my team and my company”
They know how to treat people in their quick and they interested into hearing us. Clients want to develop in the company, which is good because it shows that they want to improve I remember also they asked me about the menu whether the price is it good or not and I advise them to reduce the price. Also they suggested that so that everyone can afford to buy them meal so they were thinking to start Cooking dry and Papa for those who can’t afford so there’s a lot that I’ve planned and I have advised them also so it is good.
Humphrey
couple
December 24, 2025
Artistic walls
Melusi Tshuma
solo_traveller
December 10, 2025
The set up and the hospitality.
Mpotsang
couple
December 8, 2025
The area is beautiful
Mmese
family_with_children
December 7, 2025
“BIG 5 Review”
Room was spacious. Reception was good. Food was good and was served by a very polite lady. Must keep up the good work. Beautiful peacocks
Guest
solo_traveller
December 2, 2025
Nothing
Van Wyk
couple
December 2, 2025
Friendly Staff. We arrived very late and they waited for us. Good bed, hot Water and very good breakfast.
KOKWE
solo_traveller
November 28, 2025
“THE REVIEW”
Clean spacious room,air conditioned
Nanki
couple
November 17, 2025
“Very dissapointed”
The staff was friendly and very welcoming.
Facilities
Activities
Billiards, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Waxing services, Manicure, Body treatments, Body scrub, Body wrap, Light therapy, Themed dinner nights
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Soundproof rooms, Heating, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Kids' pool, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Business centre, Laundry, Dry cleaning, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Private check-in/check-out, Fax/photocopying, Packed lunches
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Deluxe Queen Room
The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
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