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Reviews of Crocodile Pools Resort

Plot 46 Notwane Crocodile Way, Notwane, Gaborone, Botswana

#4 of 25 hotels in Gaborone

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Review score

Based on 45 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Their service at the restaurant was very slow, they can do better. Their standard rooms are also very small, and the bathroom space is so restrictive.

    The spectacular view of the Notwane River and the distant hills from the Bushman restaurant terrace were so soothing and therapeutic. The rooms looked very clean and fresh. The bed was very comfortable, and the shower felt like you were bathing under a splashing waterfall.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They can improve on the Breakfast by adding fruits.

    The place is beautiful and clean.Staff is friendly and owner Mike has a way of making one feel at home.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2023

    7.0
    Family Trip Review
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff just put the mattress on the ground for the kid and did not prepare it well , other than that it was an excellent night. The only other bad thing was the weather since it is too hot we didn't get a chance to really enjoy the places activity like boot cruises etc as the water levels where too low..

    The staff was good and the host was excellent.. The breakfast was exquisite value for your money

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's such A beautiful place, well located. Mike is so welcoming and friendly

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    the water from the rain leaked into the room

    breakfast was okay, location was superb and the room was big , staff was friendly and the water was warm, the property was communicating nicely

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fact that the water levels were very low for the boat

    The bed is sooo comfortable

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owner was very friendly and kind. The stuff was always smiling ☺

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    7.0
    Very pleasant!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some construction as the owner is expanding I think

    Great host, great locations clean and comfortable

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2023

    9.0
    We shall surely bist ASAP!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Timing in order to ensure that all is fresh and warm

    Lovely location. Felt at home. Peaceful and safe. Staff very professional.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had the most amazing stay at Crocodile pools I mostly enjoyed the breakfast and Mike the owner was so welcoming and made us feel at home,thank.you so much Mike

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was clean, smells very nice. The view was very nice.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was amazing. Food was Tops. Owner was super friendly. He gave us a Lift to our Car in Polokwane because I Key was broken. Cocktails were yummy. The Bed was super comfy. Would have loved the full DSTV Bouquet :) All in All Tops.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful location, excellent bird life.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    That I could not stay longer.

    Excellent location on Crocodile Pools. Lovely evening boat cruise with plenty of bird life. The place is also seeped with history, being the site of one of the standoffs in the Anglo-Boer war. Excellent hosts.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2022

    9.0
    A wonderful bit of nature (and history) less than 20 minutes from Botswana's capital city.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Chalets were comfortable and beautifully decorated. A bit small if you need to work. However, Mike kindly let me use their meeting room so I could spread myself out.

    The setting is fantastic with a large deck overlooking the water. A bird-watcher's paradise with a large variety of water birds visible at close range, particularly at sunrise. The boat trip was excelent, again with very good bird sightings. Meals were good, and generous too. I enjoyed chatting to Dudu and Mike, who were both very welcoming. Mike has written some beautifully illustrated books both on diamonds in Botswana and on Borswana wildlife.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2021

    8.0
    Interesting and insightful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast was not well cooked.

    The facilities were excellent.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2021

    7.0
    I took my children there for a small get away and they enjoyed themselves.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing.

    The breakfast was just fine, there wasn't much choice. The location was just perfect, it is within a 30 minutes drive from the city and child friendly as well.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    3.0
    Food is horrible
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food was horrible, absolutely disgusting. I ordered meat platters and French fries and salad for 22 adults 250 pula per person and burgers and fries for 5 children at 125 pula per child, I was very specific with what I wanted and paid everything for brothers birthday party and they were given wrong orders completely, a plate of overcooked pasta, beetroot salad and coleslaw with pieces of dry meat, no burgers for children, I called the owner to correct my order he was not willing to listen to my complain and instead told me that my family were 2 hours late and he does not complain? I have asked him is it the reason he is giving them wrong orders he failed to answer and walked away which was rude. Winnie one of his employees was very helpful and tried her best to sort out the mess but was not listened to. A Very poor service I can say.

    The location is beautiful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    1.0
    I did not stay at the property
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The pictures and attractions displayed by the property in booking.com were not real. There were no animal parks, river was dry, no crocodile view, no river boat cruise. I was disappointed to know that only when I arrived at the property and I asked the reception about the activities we can do in the property and they said there are no activities available as the river is dry and there are no animals.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No negative aspects

    Friendly staff, clean facilities and beautiful view!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    10
    Crocpools is your go to place if you are looking for accommodation and chill out spot.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We got lost they must remove one of the posters on the road which gives wrong directions.

    The place is very clean and the welcome from the host was superb. Mike the owner is a very good host. We enjoyed our stay, meals and drinks.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2023

    10
    Excellent stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The interaction with the owner was wonderful.

    The food, the staff, and the accommodations were excellent. We really enjoyed our stay.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mike the owner is a very kind man and goes out of his way to ensure the best possible stay

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2023

    10
    Crocodile Pools River Safaris
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Owner was friendly and extremely helpfull. Breakfast was well prepared, and generous portions, lunch was also well prepared. Beds and room was well kept clean, and was very comfortable. Thanks a million for the stay, we have really enjoyed it extremely. Would definitely use them again.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    10
    Incredible, a definitely must repeat for sure.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shower
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fact that I didn’t see the crocodiles but it was understandable why.

    I liked specifically the location of the property. It is well situated, not too far yet not too close to Gaborone. It is very easy to connect with activities nearby. The boat cruise by far was the most thing I enjoyed in the whole Botswana. The owner Mike is such an incredible person. Very nurturing and welcoming. He catered to our every need and we felt like family.

    Stayed in October 2023

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