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Cresta Botsalo

3.0 star property

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A pool area with lounge chairs and thatched umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a pathway leading to a building.
A hotel room with a large bed, a tufted headboard, a sofa, and a small table.
Garden
A grassy outdoor area with thatched umbrellas and chairs, suggesting a casual outdoor seating area.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a TV screen, a reception sign, a vase with flowers, and a framed certificate on the wall.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Along Gaborone and Francistown Road, Palapye, 00000
  • Place, Palapya Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Engen Mall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Palapye Junction
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Double Room

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Twin Room

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Palapye

Cresta Botsalo puts you in the centre of Palapye, 1.6 km (1 mi) from Palapya Park and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Engen Mall. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym and kids' swimming pool. Business amenities include 4 meeting rooms and a conference centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Palapye hotel, you'll be 5.8 km (3.6 mi) from Palapye Junction.

What's nearby

  • Palapya Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Engen Mall - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Palapye Junction - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Serowe Stadium - 39 min drive - 59.5 km
  • Khama Rhino Sanctuary - 39 min drive - 61.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Chicken Licken - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KBL Depot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pinville Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Cresta Botsalo

Cresta Botsalo offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 4 meeting rooms available. The business-friendly Cresta Botsalo also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Palapye hotel is smoke free.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1976
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Cresta Botsalo offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2024.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: BWP 170 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable 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 lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1976
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Renovated guestrooms - January 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Cresta Botsalo

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately BWP 170 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Botsalo
Cresta Botsalo
Cresta Botsalo Hotel
Cresta Botsalo Hotel Palapye
Cresta Botsalo Palapye
Cresta Botsalo Hotel
Cresta Botsalo Palapye
Cresta Botsalo Hotel Palapye

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Cresta Botsalo?

Yep, Cresta Botsalo has a free self car park.

Does Cresta Botsalo have a pool?

Cresta Botsalo has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

Does Cresta Botsalo serve breakfast?

Yeah, English brekkie is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cresta Botsalo?

No, Cresta Botsalo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Cresta Botsalo?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cresta Botsalo?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Cresta Botsalo?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Cresta Botsalo Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 18 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place 2 stay , we like the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness

Just fine

This stay was a "just fine" stay. This hotel is an older property and in a small town. It is clean and the services were what was expected for my time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Chris

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok for one night. But avoid the restaurant. On both occasions we stayed here they have hardly anything on the menu and the service is abysmal. Mainly a stop over place, basic but ok
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel refused to accept Expedias payment so I was forced to pay twice. Expedia themselves are also unhelpful, demanding to see copies of my bank statement. The last time I either visit this hotel or use Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
it is not worth the cost
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Yolandi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We did not stay went to the room and it was absolutely filthy. Bugs all over the room and the floor clearly was not washed since the last guests left. Shower was dirty and fridge still had food spill from previous geusts inside. We left and found alternative accommodation as room was not fit for a stay. Very disappointed given the fee they charged.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I return to Cresta Botsalo year on year during my work visit to this area and hope to come back again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

WATSON

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is ok but location not scenic
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient but looking tired and drab. Restaurant uninviting. Bar had no character.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

C A M

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

Pleasant stay in Cresta Botsalo Hotel

Very friendly and supportive staff. The room was clean. The new shopping mall opposite the hotel is convenient. The WiFi was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Der erste Eindruck war gut. Reception und Check in gut. Pool war belagert von Nichthotelgästen. Restaurant und Essen sosolala. Personal eher ungebildet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice stay in Botswana

It was a business trip and the location was good for that. Comfortable size rooms, clean and neat. Friendly staff. I did not like their dinner but the breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tjibaenyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Palapye getaway

Delayed checkin because of difficulty accessing online booking however hotel staff member was quite proactive and pleasant and kindly worked to resolve the matter. Checked in on a Friday night with loud music from the chill session audible from my room till early hours of the morning. Old carpet needs to go- during next scheduled refurbishment. The beds were comfy though and staff was polite.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kurt

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

Good Hotel

Very Comfortable hotel for Business in the are
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Convenience and comfort

Generally good. Friendly and helpful staff both at reception and restaurant. The room needs updating . Location is great near the main road,as we needed to be on the road the following day.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thabo Kagiso

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nomhle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Business trip one night

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021