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Providing a respite to travelers trekking the north of Botswana, Gaborone is a young metropolis that experienced most of its boom with the discovery of diamonds in the 1970s. Its downtown is dominated by modern buildings and services, from glittering hotels to casinos. The Main Mall boasts a plethora of shops, while the surrounding area hosts monuments and government buildings. Monkeys and birds call out from the wetlands of Gaborone Game Reserve, and Kgale Hill delights with panoramic views.
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“prime location”

Mondior Summit Hotel

5 of 5 stars
mukwaleaf
Ontario
Oct 30, 2009

I am sorry that one of the reviewers had a very bad time. I think this is an exception rather than the rule. I lived in Botswana for many years (in Maun) and always stayed at the Mondior when on...more

“Not bad!”

Mokolodi Backpackers

3 of 5 stars
MochaChoca
Johannesburg
Oct 30, 2009

The room was nice enough, but two single beds instead of a double. It also had a tv and VCR that didn't work. The reception lady was helpful, but when had a problem paying by credit card we had to...more

“Good value”

Metcourt Inn at the Grand Palm

4 of 5 stars
Komadori2009
Brighton, England
Oct 10, 2009

We found the hotel to be much better than the "budget" description. Nice room and all clean and smart. The only facilities are a small bar and buffet breakfast, but the sister hotel on the same site...more

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