Cresta Botsalo Hotel, Palapye ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Along Gaborone And Francistown Road, Palapye, Botswana, 00000

Cresta Botsalo Hotel offers 3-star accommodation with a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, and free private parking. This Palapye hotel features well-equipped conference facilities and provides free WiFi throughout the property.

Rooms & Amenities

Cresta Botsalo Hotel features 51 air-conditioned accommodations equipped with flat-screen TVs and coffee/tea makers. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a safety deposit box and complimentary toiletries in all guest rooms.

Dining Options

Dining options include a restaurant serving continental and buffet breakfast. There is also a bar/lounge available for guests looking to relax.

Leisure & Activities

For leisure, the hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and a children's pool. Guests can also explore local attractions like the Roadside picnic spot, located 1 miles from the property.

Business & Transportation

Cresta Botsalo Hotel provides business-friendly amenities including a conference center and personalized service. The Palapye Bus Rank is a 6-minute walk away for convenient transportation.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

1 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

2 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

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Getting around

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City Centre

Palapye 4.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Buffet!

“The buffet offered a good selection of local dishes, including the must-try goat stew that added a unique flavor to my stay.” view full review

Spotless Rooms

“My room was impeccably clean and well-organized, with fresh linen that made my stay incredibly comfortable.” view full review

Fun Karaoke Night!

“The karaoke night was an absolute blast, providing a fun and lively atmosphere that made my evenings nice.” view full review

Easy Parking!

“The parking was easily accessible, allowing me to come and go without any hassle during my stay.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Karaoke
Entertainment
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Along Gaborone And Francistown Road, Palapye, Botswana, 00000

Map view

Along Gaborone And Francistown Road, Palapye, Botswana, 00000

City landmarks

Bpc

660 m

Palapye Baptist Church

1.7 km

Moremi Gorge

4.7 km

Lotsane Assemblies of God

2.9 km

Church

3.1 km

Palapya Park

4.3 km

Shalom Church

4.4 km

Telecom Antenna

4.4 km

Christ Embassy

4.6 km

Anglican Church

4.7 km

Nearby

Engen Mall

510 m

Restaurants

Nando's Palapye

440 m

Plot 20737

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

7.5

Location

7.8

Service

7.5

Dining

5.0

Thomas

United States, January 2025

6.8/10

My stay at Cresta Botsalo was quite mixed. On one hand, the leadership displayed by Ms. Gago Mmereki was truly inspiring and made me feel welcomed. The environment was calm and perfect for unwinding. However, the hotel is in need of some serious renovations, especially in the conference facilities, where I noticed several maintenance issues. Overall, while I appreciated the hospitality, the physical condition of the hotel could use some urgent improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were adequate but definitely need renovations; the furniture seemed outdated.

Service

9.0

The service was commendable; Ms. Mmereki and her team are very dedicated to their guests.

Location

7.0

Cresta Botsalo is located in a peaceful area, though it's a bit far from Gaborone.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

The conference facilities, especially in the casino center, were disappointing due to maintenance issues.

Peter

United Kingdom, January 2025

6.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, where the staff were welcoming from the moment I arrived. The rooms were spacious and clean, truly making it a comfortable experience. However, there were a couple of hiccups with room amenities and the dining options that could be improved. Overall, it was a pleasant visit, but there are areas that need attention.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very spacious and impeccably clean, which I really appreciated.

Service

7.0

The service was generally good, with the staff being attentive. However, some minor problems with the room were not immediately resolved.

Location

Dining

5.0

While the dining experience was decent, I was expecting more variety on the menu, especially for lunch.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were satisfactory, but the restaurant could use some updates, especially regarding the menu options.

Jason

United Kingdom, November 2024

8.0/10

My stay at Cresta Mahalapye was quite pleasant. The hotel offers a fresh appearance and is located near a shopping mall that made things convenient. The rooms were more inviting compared to another hotel I visited, Cresta Botsalo, which felt a bit less tidy. However, I believe both hotels could benefit from some price adjustments to improve value for long-distance travelers.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms had a fresher look and were inviting, though there were some liquid stains in one of them.

Service

7.0

The overall service was good, but I felt that it could be a bit more polished.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a clean area and conveniently close to a shopping mall with well-known shops.

Dining

Facilities

8.0

The reception area was roomier compared to other hotels I visited, which added to the comfort.

Frederick

United States, November 2024

8.6/10

I had a delightful experience at Cresta Bosele while traveling through Palapye. The room was plush and comfortable, providing a great night’s sleep with a fantastic bathroom. The staff were exceptional, making my stay enjoyable. The only downside was that the dining options could be improved, but overall, it was great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The room was plush and well-appointed, offering a fantastic hot shower.

Service

10.0

The service from the reception and restaurant staff was outstanding.

Location

9.0

Located conveniently for travelers passing through Palapye.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, but I feel there could be more variety.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel was clean, and the amenities were well maintained.

Justin

United Kingdom, November 2024

7.4/10

Cresta Lodge is a peaceful getaway but quite far from Gaborone, making it a nice escape. The beds are incredibly comfortable, and the staff is quite helpful. However, there are some amenities missing like slippers and a bathrobe, and the materials provided could be improved. Overall, it’s a good choice for a quiet stay but could enhance guest convenience.

Rooms

8.0

The bed in my room was very comfortable, ensuring a good night's sleep, but it could use more storage area.

Service

8.0

The staff were very serviable, contributing to a pleasant experience, although there are some gaps in service when it comes to certain amenities.

Location

6.0

The lodge is in a calm area, perfect for relaxation, but it’s quite distant from Gaborone, which can be inconvenient.

Dining

Facilities

Barbara

United Kingdom, September 2024

5.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the parking was ample and the Wi-Fi worked perfectly, the service left much to be desired, especially in the dining room where I faced rude staff and incredibly slow service. The old rooms I stayed in felt a bit outdated, and the nearby noise from pedestrians disrupted my sleep.

Rooms

5.0

I was in one of the older rooms, which lacked basic decor and comfort. It felt more like a roadside lodge than a proper hotel room.

Service

5.0

Check-in was okay, but the dining room service was slow, and the staff seemed rude when I attempted to order from the a la carte menu.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located along the highway, making it a good stopover between Gaborone and Francistown.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing; it took a lengthy time for my salad to arrive, and the staff insisted on buffet options.