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Reviews of Carlcyn Homestay

Sesakwe Lane Plot 55279 Phakalane, Gaborone, Botswana

#17 of 49 B&Bs and Inns in Gaborone

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 159 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    7.1

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  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

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

    Some guests were excited they spoke and laughed till morning

    Secluded and value for money

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2025

    8.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could do with shower water temperature a bit higher. Was not too comfortable to wash with in winter

    Location is perfect for those who need silence. Room was comfortable

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location was nice

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2025

    9.0
    Awesome accommodation last minute!
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    At night it looks a bit dodgy but never go out by yourself anyways anywhere at night!

    The owners are super awesome and accommodating helped me out last minute! Thank you so much ! The room was nice but some bugs inside it just like anywhere in Africa ! Can’t help that situation!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2025

    9.0
    A great place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Almost nothing, ok, the password of the Wifi led to a repeater, which was a bit weak in that room, although stronger connections were available. This should be easy to correct.

    This is actually a beautiful residential home in a wealthy neighborhood of which some rooms are rented out for guests . Very quiet and safe. We enjoyed a fully equipped bathroom and a kitchen line as well as a view on the swimming pool. We will come again.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2024

    9.0
    good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    Location was near the meeting which I attended.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    7.0
    For a short stay, its value for money - offers basic comfort !!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is a bit dated, with old taps, hot water finished when showering - water pressure became sloppy after a while.

    It’s home away from home environment. Comfortable and quiet at night.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owner was friendly and it's a really quiet and calm place.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shared bathroom and it was not clean and the parking was not accomodating well for availability of cars in the yard

    The reception

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Power outlets in the bedroom needs attention

    Balcony, kitchen available for me to use, carpeted room, hosts welcoming, malls accessible

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to go downstairs to the bathroom.

    Staff were very welcoming, making you feel at home. The quietness of the place. The wifi was strong.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have appreciated a bar fridge, microwave and cutlery inside the room.

    Clean and friendly staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    My door to the outside patiowas not locking properly this urked me as I have a need to feel secure. There was only 1 towel in the shower for a room ment for 2, maybe if I had asked it would have been there. Also complimentary means "given for free" so please say breakfast needs to be paid for or simply explain the details on your site 🙏🏽

    The staff are very welcoming and do not pry into your business too much. The beds are comfortable and the room itself is very spacious would definitely recommend

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    8.0
    I felt at home even though I was far from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The balcony was not locking since I slept late I didn't wake them up but I hope neext time the would have attended to the sliding door

    The room was spacious and clean The staff were so welcome I felt like I belong there and I am part of the family so friendly and loving

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    8.0
    Simply Great
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    1. We cud fix the kitchen cabinets and more cleaning in the kitchen mostly above the stove. May be place a small wall paper there 2. Pliz remove plastic from the headboard and the mattress 😄

    I liked the fact that it was cute ie. Home away from home Self catering. No disturbance Privacy was great

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 January 2024

    8.0
    It was great. We will return to the place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony (3 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights

    TV not working in our room

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    7.0
    Nice Pet Friendly Option IN Phakalane
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony (3 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was spacious and comfortable. The A/C worked great since it's getting warm these days. The bathroom wasn't the most inviting ever. The shower stall was a bit small and there was no hot water in the morning.

    My wife and I were attending a formal event at the Phakalane Golf Estate that was going to run quite late. Unfortunately, Phakalane Golf Estate is not pet friendly. This is where Carlcyn Homestay saved the day. The property was located quite close to the venue and we were able to bring our dogs with us. Tino was very kind and showed us a different room that was more convenient for us.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    8.0
    Decent stay in Gaborone
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit far from town however the host will let you know the directions and also with the public transportation (kombi) to reach the homestay. Aircon was not working properly in the small single room. Changing the temperature also didnot help.

    Awesome host, clean and tidy place. The kitchen was available for cooking. Big and massive apartment. Safe and secure.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathing was cold

    The area is of high security there was no disturbances to my room

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The macroeve was not working

    The placement The price The welcoming

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    8.0
    I am impressed
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tv didn't have a volume No enough space for parking

    The view was so beautiful The room was spacious The quietness was so calming

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony (3 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn't get to enter due to intercom not functional at night and no mobile network to reach them. Had to open main room door to passage to gain access to bathroom

    Got to rest

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2023

    9.0
    Great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place great and homely.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2023

    7.0
    Good stay for a good price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The tv in my bedroom only got one channel unless I left my bedroom to go to the lounge to change the channel. But if someone else was in there, my tv was stuck on whatever station they were watching.

    The price I paid was fair for the stay. The neighborhood is safe and quiet.

    Stayed in July 2023

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