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The Capital Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Suburban bed & breakfast with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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The Capital Guesthouse sits in central Gaborone, creating a peaceful retreat just minutes from Botswana National Stadium. Guests can relax by the outdoor pool, enjoy coffee in the lobby, or sample local cuisine at the on-site restaurant.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Luxury Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Double Room | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Premium Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Rainfall showerhead
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Rainfall showerhead
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
28492 Batsadi Crescent, Block 3, Gaborone

What's nearby

  • Three Dikgosi Monument - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • ISKCON Gaborone - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • University of Botswana - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Botswana National Stadium - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Gaborone Game Reserve - 9 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doppip Zero - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Deli's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grand Aria Hotel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Table50Two - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪United Lounge - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Capital Guesthouse

Upscale bed & breakfast near Three Dikgosi Monument
Located close to Botswana National Stadium and University of Botswana, The Capital Guesthouse provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle (one-way)

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

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool

Property is also known as

Capital Guesthouse
The Capital Gaborone
Capital Guesthouse B&B Gaborone
Capital Guesthouse Gaborone
The Capital Guesthouse Gaborone
The Capital Guesthouse Bed & breakfast
The Capital Guesthouse Bed & breakfast Gaborone

Frequently asked questions

Does The Capital Guesthouse have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Capital Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Capital Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Capital Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does The Capital Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 15 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Capital Guesthouse located?

Situated in the suburbs, this bed & breakfast is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Three Dikgosi Monument and within 6 mi (10 km) of University of Botswana and Botswana National Stadium. Gaborone Game Reserve and Game City Mall are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Capital Guesthouse Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Guest House is amazing, very quite ambiance, good service, internet and attedants.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice place

Joyce was very helpful and welcoming. Very nice hotel. Just need a new sign to find the place. Otherwise, awesome place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

SELEKA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The host lady (forgot her name) is very kind and goes out of her way to ensure that the guest are well taken care of. She is an angel. The lodge is nicely situated and is well taken care of. I will not mind using it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

M-B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Return

Supporting staff and nice property. We enjoyed staying at the house. Not many guests as there are few rooms. We would by sure return. Area around is not for walking. Take a taxi or book your driver.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne Anlage
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

GRANT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very well run and room very comfortable .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Besonders schönes und großes Zimmer mit einem großem Bad. Die Ausstattung war sehr gut, lediglich das Jacuzzi funktionierte nicht. Dafür funktionierte die Dusche hervorragend, was ich in Afrika nur selten erlebt habe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

fantastic

A very pleasant stay at the capital guesthouse - we were very well looked after and it was nice and relaxing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Emiel

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

NOT a nice experience

The place was quite nice, I was staying for a week so I became a familiar face. All the time the houselady would ennoy me and ask me to go to the supermarket to buy her cola. Everyday she would ask me over and over again to get her some. I didn't really felt a lot of privacy since all the time someone came knocking for some reason. I was also quite upset THEY RIPPED ME OFF with the taxi from the airport. The hotel arranged it for me, so one would think it is a fair price but THEY CHARGED THE DOUBLE AMOUNT. Also the last day they really pushed me out of my room at 9h30am, while the check out was stated to be at 10am
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Alan

Nice place and good location. Breakfast a bit average. Room OK
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrific staff and very clean environment. Reasonable transportation upon request.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very helpful staff

Lovely house, facilities and a superb room. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Rowland, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet, central B&B

I was one of two guests, with a room opening onto a lovely garden with weaver birds building their nests. Warm welcome from Joyce, good breakfast. Feels very safe. I came and went by hire car - convenient location. Very good alternative to a hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The house was very nice, but had no heat turned on. The room never warmed up after running the wall heater all night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Capital guest house

Comfortable accommodation but cold. Breakfast room open to garden. No cafeteria for meals apart from breakfast. My booking said free bottle water but after one small bottle on arrival I was denied further bottles even though I was there for three nights. Not a very convenient location. The housekeeper Joyce was helpful booking taxis and ordering a takeaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Clare, Connecticut, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Guesthouse

The guesthouse is very clean and modern. The breakfast was great - bacon, sausage, juice, coffee, eggs (made to order), toast. This is a very cute home with lovely accommodations. The lady arranged a cab for us to go out to dinner and helped us with the shower and also brought us extra coffee to our room after breakfast. We stayed only one night as we returned from safari and were flying out of Gaborone the next day. I would highly recommend The Capital Guesthouse.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Penny, Cape Town

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and Comfortable.

I usually prefer the anonymity of a larger hotel, but this small guesthouse managed to make it feel like I could come and go without comment. The garden rooms are a little small, but perfectly comfortable and contain a desk. Joyce was very helpful and pleasant and always available for assistance. The linen was spotless and the bed very comfortable. Breakfast was varied and good. During the week the resident chef can be alerted to supply lunch and/or dinner. I didn't get to use the lounge or other public areas, but all looked comfortable and conducive to work or leisure.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

YL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
really good guest house, amazing staff and very good locaiton
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hospitable mma Joyce, clean lovely room mix up with hotels.com meant there was no shuttle at airport. But all good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

良い宿泊先で、強く薦めます。

静かな住宅地に立地しており、朝や夕方の散策にも良い。
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Smal and cozy hotel

Joyce an the Team gave a high degree of good vibrations and excellent service. Very well kept and cozy garden, - direct access from room - nice

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Curitiba, Brazil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good place to be in Gabs. Come back again

The place is not at downtown Gabs, but the location is very quiet and looked safe while we were there. The staff is very responsible and concerned about the guests. Definitely a good experience with them. They gave us good advices about places to go and told us a little bit about the country during small talks. It was amazing! If you are by car it's possible to see the whole city in one day. Go in other day to the Mokolodi, the price is fair and it's a good experience when in Gabs. When I come back to Gabs I go definitely to The Capital Guesthouse. The wifi is not that fast, but it works. The pool is good so, but the weather was rainy when we were there. The breakfast is very good and made with care. People in the kitchen was always there to help you.

10/10 Excellent

Bruce, Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful staff; great guesthouse experience.

If you want a more personalized stay in Gaborone, in an attractive residential community not too far from city center (and with transportation easily arranged) this is a fine choice. Under the friendly and attentive care of Joyce, the earnest on-site housekeeper (originally from Francistown), and Sechaba, the talented and personable chef (an enthusiastic Motswana born in Lesotho; on-site meals beyond breakfast are a fun option), the Capital Guesthouse is a delightful change from the typical hotel experience. There is also a high probability of meeting fascinating and informative fellow guests, often working on assignment in Gaborone. Guesthouses are not for everyone, but if you want a break from hotels without sacrifice of comfort and with plenty of privacy, this is an excellent choice.

8/10 Good

Rene, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mooie en comfortabele kamer, aardig personeel met uitmuntende service, goed zwembad. Een beetje uit het centrum maar daardoor wel rustiger

10/10 Excellent

Alexis, Sebastopol, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relax in comfort and privacy

We enjoyed our stay at the Gaborone Guest house immensely. The staff were very accommodating and friendly. Joyce was especially kind and helpful. The place was clean, safe and very comfortable.