10/10 Excellent
Stefanie
Travelled with partner
25 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stefanie
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Xaro Lodge
3.0 star property
Riverfront tentalow with free breakfast and spa services
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Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Spa
- All-inclusive
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- 24/7 front desk
Explore the area
Okavanga Delta, Shakawe
- Popa Falls157 min drive
- Mahango Game Reserve232 min drive
- Tsodilo Hills270 min drive
- Shakawe (SWX)32 min drive
Room options
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Xaro Lodge
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
- 30 sq m
- River view
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Beds
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Honeymoon Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator, River View
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
- 54 sq m
- River view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the area
Shakawe
At Xaro Lodge, you'll be steps from Okavango Delta. Highlights at this tentalow include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .The restaurant, Xaro Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the tentalow's own lounge bar. Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to boat tours and game viewing. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and massage/treatment rooms. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In the region of this 3-property class Shakawe tentalow you'll find Tsodilo Hills.
About this property
Xaro Lodge
Riverfront tentalow with free breakfast and spa services
Some rates at Xaro Lodge are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.
An outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the business-friendly Xaro Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.
This 3-star Shakawe tentalow is smoke free.
- 10 guestrooms or units
- Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
- Poolside lounge chairs
- Umbrellas for the pool
- Coffee in lobby
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Staff members are multilingual
- Front desk safe
- Library
- Terrace
- Garden
- BBQ grill(s)
- Gift shop
- Fireplace in lobby
- No smoking on site
- Bar or lounge
- Dining venue
Xaro Lodge offers 10 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include a shower. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include massages.
Languages
English, German
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Free offsite parking within 3 miles; reservations required
- Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8 AM to 5:30 PM at scheduled times and on request
- Free secured, covered self parking on site
Food and drink
- Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Couples/private dining
- Private picnics
Restaurants on site
- Xaro Restaurant
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Gift shop/newsstand
- Guidebooks
- Laundry facilities
- Safe at front desk
Guest services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Multilingual staff
- Proposal/romance packages
- Turndown service
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- On a river
- Pool loungers
- Pool umbrellas
- Terrace
Spa
- In-room massages
- Outdoor treatment areas
- Spa treatment rooms
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
- Stair-free path to entrance
More
- Communal living room
- Fireplace in lobby
- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Blackout drapes
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Free bottled water
More
- Ceiling fan
- Connecting rooms available
- Desk
- Laptop workspace
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via Boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay 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.
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per person (return)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 40 (return), (from 2 to 12 years old)
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning and heating are not provided
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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.
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Air conditioning and heating are not provided. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
- Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the tentalow before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
- Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
- Alcohol isn't allowed at Xaro Lodge.
Property is also known as
Xaro Lodge Shakawe
Xaro Shakawe
Xaro Lodge Shakawe
Xaro Lodge Safari/Tentalow
Xaro Lodge Safari/Tentalow Shakawe
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Xaro Lodge?
Yep, Xaro Lodge has a free self car park.
How much does it cost to stay at Xaro Lodge?
As of 15 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Xaro Lodge on 16 Nov 2024 start from NZ$666.93, 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.
Is there a spa on site at Xaro Lodge?
There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.
Does Xaro Lodge have a pool?
Xaro Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.
What makes Xaro Lodge a romantic place to stay?
Garden-view dining and couples dining, as well as private balconies and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Xaro Lodge.
Is Xaro Lodge family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, laundry facilities and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Xaro Lodge is a hit with families.
Does Xaro Lodge serve breakfast?
Yep, free cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Xaro Lodge?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 8 AM - 5:30 PM on request for a fee.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Xaro Lodge?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
What time are check-in & check-out at Xaro Lodge?
Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are pets allowed at Xaro Lodge?
No, only service animals are allowed.
Xaro Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Bernhard
27 Dec 2019
Bernhard
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
5 Feb 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Schönes Zelt-Hotel am Okawango-River hervorragende Verpflegung, beste Betreuung, ruhige, einsame Lage am Fluss. Wir waren 4 Tage hier . Nur mit dem Transfer-Boot zu erreichen.
Hartmut und Regina
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019