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Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Property entrance
Exterior
Golf
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Gift shop

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
    Free airport shuttle
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service
The price is NZ$845
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov

Explore the area

Map
Plot 2239, Chobe River, PO Box 266, Kasane
  • Mowana Golf Course
    3 min walk
  • Kasika Conservancy
    4 min drive
  • CARACAL Biodiversity Center
    7 min drive
  • Kasane (BBK)
    12 min drive

Room options

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Garden View (Paraplegic Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View (Standard Twin Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View (Executive Suite)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View (Deluxe Room)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View (Deluxe Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View (Standard Double Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Kasane

A luxury stay in Kasane awaits you at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa. Within steps you'll find Cuando River and Mowana Golf Course. Highlights at this family-friendly lodge include 2 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering at Mowana Spa can include deep-tissue massages, detox wraps and body wraps along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. The restaurant, Serondella Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Savuti Bar is the lodge's own cocktail bar. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, free kids' club, gym and sauna. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room and a conference centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning English breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Kasane lodge include Impalila Conservancy and Impalila Pier.
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What's nearby

  • Mowana Golf Course - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kasika Conservancy - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • CARACAL Biodiversity Center - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Chobe Crocodile Farm - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Chobe National Park - Sedudu Gate - 11 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Kasane (BBK) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cresta Mowana Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Buzz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nando's Kasane - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Plus Coffee & Curry - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Loapi Cafe - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa

Luxury lodge with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a fitness centre, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours).

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Kasane lodge.

  • 116 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa offers 116 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Kasane lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Mowana Spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and hydrotherapy. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: BWP 200 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Pool Boma Restaurant
  • Savuti Bar
  • Serondella Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 200 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Cresta Mowana
Cresta Mowana Safari
Cresta Mowana Safari Kasane
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort Kasane
Mowana
Mowana Safari
Mowana Safari Hotel Kasane
Mowana Safari Lodge
Cresta Mowana Safari & Kasane
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa Lodge
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa Kasane
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa Lodge Kasane

Frequently asked questions

Is there a spa on site at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

Yep, Mowana Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a steam room, a sauna and a mud bath. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as Thai massages.

How much does it cost to stay at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa on 29 Nov 2024 start from NZ$844.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa have a pool?

Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants.

What makes Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa.

Is Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, a children's pool and children's meals, it's no surprise that Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa is a hit with families.

Does Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa serve breakfast?

Yep, English breakfast is offered daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa?

There is a golf course next to Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa.

Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 38 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pianos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy, DULLES

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy, DULLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the staff! Made it the best time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an excellent (and reasonably priced) property to stay at in Kasanee. Note that all hotels in Kasanee town use the same provider to drive or boat you into Chobe National Park. No matter where you stay, you'll see the same animals.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Revelyn

Hotel has potential!
This hotel has potential to be fantastic but it lacks five star qualities. Reception staff were great - helpful and informative. Ordering food seems to be a problem- always takes long. Food menu could be better - the daily buffet lacked variety and not great to see flies on some of the dishes - staff just don’t seem to be on top of things. Hospitality is good - special shout out to Banks. The spa lacks imagination - presentation and spa ambience is lacking, but the massage was very good. The gym has outdated equipment and rusting dumbbells - not worth visiting. We Won’t be returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roscoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe and orderly. Great service for boat and vehicle excursions to Chobe
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

brendan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the river with plenty of trees and shelter
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Amit BM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great just some noisy guests ruined the quite
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Terrible service, felt like unwelcome guests
We didn't feel super welcomed here. There were lots of inconveniences due to terrible service that could have been avoided. For example, I confirmed pick up at the airport a few days before but when we got there on time, no one was there to get us. We had to ask the airport to call them. I asked about a tour to Zambia for Victoria Falls. The hotel said that wasn't possible. I asked them to double check and I never got a response. They did end up setting it up for us but our drive around Zambia was super sketchy, running his own errands the whole time. The food was also extremely expensive, especially considering the bad quality. They also tried to charge us double for a Chobe safari so we booked through another hotel. When we left, I asked ok so are we all good, do we need my credit card again? She said no and we left. Ten minutes later, our driver got a call and we turned around-turns out we did need to swipe our card again. Not sure why she hadn't done that while I was there and even asked her...also, expect a hour for anything. A chicken sandwich via room service will take a hour. A refill for an iced tea at lunch will take 15 minutes. Overall, service was awful for the price they charge. Worst service we've had in awhile...
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid B L

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great African style with friendly staff and a host of activities. Fantastic location. Food was outstanding!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service could be slow, but overall our stay was lovely. We had a minor issue with our room the first evening, but were swiftly moved into another (and upgraded) room. Great setting, amazing excursions and local guides...and of course, the wonderful views.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
Great hotel, good service right on the river.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid B L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

tara

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not recommend
The hotel staff at reception were fantastic checking in and out as well as the activities desk superb. The rooms are dated but clean, the wifi is touch and go depending on where you are with in the resort. The food is average and over priced and not 5 star quality !! The staff in restaurant was ok but not again 5 star. Pool area was shabby and need a good clean and a lot of TLC again not worthy of a 5 star resort. Empty bottles and glasses left out on tables around pool area for 2 days no one cleans up!! Hotel Setting lovely but let down from the lack of maintenance. Overall a 2-3 star hotel at best but you are paying 5 star prices!! Would not recommend!!!

8/10 Good

Tahir, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location and past
This hotel has all the amenities to compete with any world class hotel however it has not been well maintained for various reasons. Staff is pleasant but not always professionally trained. Emphasis is on catering to larger groups. Not disappointing but not as good as it could have been

8/10 Good

ANNE, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Expensive, but good.
We stayed in the Clinton Suite which was beautiful, very comfortable and spacious. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. An otherwise pleasant stay was marred by the fact that we had no wifi (our suite was apparently one of 2 which had no wifi (communication is very important to us so this did not go down well!). At over R6K per night, it was expensive compared to similar facilities.

10/10 Excellent

Frank, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clocks
I only wish my room had a clock in it. None of my motel rooms had them in Africa though.

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

8/10 Good

Harry, Verona,Ky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
On the Chobe River
10min to airport convene the for River photography. . Staff excellent go out of way to help you . Food is good not excellent. Comfortable bed a/c, and tv.

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
African adventure
An amazing gem in the middle of nowhere, perfect to relax and get ready for more adventures

10/10 Excellent

Joe, Miami Florida USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is Awesome
Staff is friendly, kind and knowledgable. Rooms are well kept and bueatiful. Food is excellent fast service. Not sure why this hotel got some bad reviews but our experience was much better to a higher rated hotel in Vic Falls

10/10 Excellent

John , Surrey, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No beach close to this hotel.
I used Mowana as a fishing lodge a few years back, my brother spent time at Katima Mulilo and said to me that I should visit this area, I did not till after he died of pancreatic cancer. The Chobe bewitched me when I did go and as a bucket list item for myself with bile duct cancer I have just returned to try and show my wife this area in a period of 4 days. achieved using Pyrus Eagles helicopter charter and Dream Safaris boat and guide charter.