Gaborone Botswana
Gaborone is the capital and largest city of Botswana, a planned, modern city that grew rapidly after independence in 1966. It sits in the southeast of the country near the South African border, on the edge of the Kalahari. The city is a business and government center rather than a tourist hub, but it is a comfortable, safe base and the gateway to Botswana’s famous wildlife, from the nearby Gaborone Game Reserve to the Okavango Delta and Chobe further north. For conference visitors it offers good hotels and easy access to the African bush.
- Gaborone Game Reserve - A small reserve on the city edge with rhinos, antelope, and birdlife.
- Three Dikgosi Monument - A landmark honoring the chiefs who secured Botswana’s independence.
- Kgale Hill - A popular hike with views over the city.
- Safari gateway - Onward trips to the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park.
Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) is about 15 km north of the city, with regional connections via Johannesburg, the main southern African hub for international flights, about an hour away by air.
Gaborone is spread out and car-oriented, so taxis, ride-hailing, and rental cars are the main ways to get around. Shared minibuses serve local routes but are less practical for visitors. Most hotels are a short drive from the central business district.
The dry winter (May to August) is the most comfortable, with warm days, cool nights, and the best wildlife viewing. October, when CompEd was held, is hot and dry before the summer rains. Summers (November to March) are hot with afternoon thunderstorms.
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Our picks in Gaborone
A curated selection of hotels chosen for location, value, and fit for conference travellers.
Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino
Julius Nyerere Drive, Gaborone, Botswana
The top-rated hotel in the city, a 4-star resort near the central business district with a pool, spa, casino, and a large...
Cresta Lodge Gaborone
Samora Machel Drive, Gaborone, Botswana
A comfortable 3-star a short drive from the CBD with a fitness center, free parking, and reliable WiFi. A solid mid-range value...
Cresta President Hotel
The Mall, Gaborone, Botswana
A long-running 3-star right on The Mall in the heart of the CBD, within walking distance of government offices and shops. A...
Phakalane Golf Estate Hotel Resort
Phakalane Golf Estate, Gaborone, Botswana
A 4-star golf resort north of the city and the venue for recent conferences, with a championship course, pools, and spacious grounds....
Protea Hotel by Marriott Gaborone Masa Square
Masa Square, Western Commercial Road, Gaborone, Botswana
A modern 4-star Marriott in the central Masa Square development, with a pool and contemporary rooms. A reliable, central business-hotel choice.
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