Gaborone Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Gaborone, South-East District

You’re likely already making plans to see the historical sites during your trip to Gaborone. During your stay, you can visit the shops.

Based on our travel expertise, Room 50 Two is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and in-room kitchenettes. Other choices close to historic sites include Cresta President and Airport Junction Guest Inn.

Gaborone is home to 171 hotels bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Favourite places to visit include Gaborone Game Reserve, Game City Mall and Mokolodi Nature Reserve. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Botswana National Stadium and National Botanical Garden.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll stay in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Gaborone, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Gaborone, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.