Property Location With a stay at Thamalakane River Lodge in Maun, you'll be within the region of Nhabe Museum and Maun Gardens. This lodge is within the region of Maun Wildlife Educational Park and Okavango River.
FeesMandatory FeesYou'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Airport shuttle transfer per adult: BWP 220 (one-way)Transfer service fee per child: BWP 100 (one-way), from 12 to 16 years old Administrative fee: BWP 10 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Optional Fees Airport shuttle fee: BWP 220 per person (one-way)Airport shuttle fee per child: BWP 100 (one-way), (from 12 to 16 years old) Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnightA late check-out fee will be charged The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. PoliciesKnow Before You Go Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Room
Amenities Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless Internet access and babysitting/childcare (surcharge). Guests can get around on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 20 km.
Comfort Chalet, 1 Bedroom, River View
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds431-sq-foot room, furnished patio with river views Relax - In-room massage availableInternet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) Food & Drink - Electric kettle and free bottled water Sleep - Turndown service and bed sheets Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towelsPractical - Safe, double sofa bed, and deskComfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fanAccessibility - Roll-in shower width (inches): 75Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not availableNon-Smoking
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds431-sq-foot room, furnished patio with river views Relax - In-room massage availableInternet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) Food & Drink - Electric kettle and free bottled water Sleep - Turndown service and bed sheets Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towelsPractical - Safe, double sofa bed, and deskComfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fanAccessibility - Roll-in shower width (inches): 75Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not availableNon-Smoking
Family Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds1076-sq-foot room, furnished patio with river views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) Food & Drink - Electric kettle and free bottled water Sleep - Turndown service and bed sheets Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towelsPractical - Safe, desk, and guidebooksComfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fanNeed to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not availableNon-Smoking
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds1076-sq-foot room, furnished patio with river views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) Food & Drink - Electric kettle and free bottled water Sleep - Turndown service and bed sheets Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towelsPractical - Safe, desk, and guidebooksComfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fanNeed to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not availableNon-Smoking
dining
Dining Satisfy your appetite at the lodge's restaurant, where you can enjoy drinks at a bar, take in a garden view, or dine alfresco (weather permitting). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Recreation
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Maun Wildlife Educational Park - 18.9 km / 11.7 mi Maun Environmental Education Centre - 19 km / 11.8 mi Nhabe Museum - 19.2 km / 12 mi Maun Gardens - 19.8 km / 12.3 mi Thamalakane River - 20.4 km / 12.7 mi The preferred airport for Thamalakane River Lodge is Maun (MUB) - 19.3 km / 12 mi
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Location
Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 21 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected.
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PARTHAS267
Comfortable Stay on a Scenic River Bank
Spent a Day in Thamalakane River Lodge at Maun Botswana before embarking on Our Safari in Botswana Very nice & welcoming staffs at the reception Check in smooth We needed that after a tiring long...
Ashton B
Great place to stay
Great Stay in Maun We really enjoyed our stay at Thamalakane River Lodge. The location is great, right on the river, and the views were beautiful. It was nice being able to sit around and watch the...
