Reviews of Jayla Homestay
P O Box 21044 Maun Botswana, Maun, Botswana
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Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewEverything was excellent.
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat value and excellent facilities for the budget conscious traveller. The bed was divine! Our host was friendly and helpful..
Difficult to find as it's location is out of town and is incorrectly shown in Booking.com and Google Maps.
Dear Jacob Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the comfort of the bed and found our facilities to be great value. It was a pleasure having you as our guest. We're sorry to hear about the difficulty in finding us — we understand how frustrating that can be. We're actively working with Booking.com and Google Maps to ensure our location is accurately displayed. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again soon! Warm regards Mmapula/Jayla Homestay
Dear Jacob Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the comfort of the bed and found our facilities to be great value. It was a pleasure having you as our guest. We're sorry to hear about the difficulty in finding us — we … Show more
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewI absolutely enjoyed my time at Jayla Homestay and will definitely stay here again. Besides the outstanding hospitality by Mmapula and her staff, the dinner and breakfast were delicious homemade meals. The room and bathroom were very clean and comfortable. Thank you, Mmapula!
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Dear Rebecca Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! It was truly a pleasure hosting you at Jayla Homestay, and I’m so glad to hear you felt at home and enjoyed the meals and hospitality. I’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team We’d love to welcome you back anytime. Safe travels and see you again soon! 😊 Many thanks Mmapula
Dear Rebecca Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! It was truly a pleasure hosting you at Jayla Homestay, and I’m so glad to hear you felt at home and enjoyed the meals and hospitality. I’ll be sure to share your kind words with th… Show more
Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewSuper friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable setting. Great meal service. Easy shared taxi ride to the town centre.
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Dear Heather Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the friendly staff, comfortable setting, delicious meals, and convenient transport. It's great to know everything met your expectations—we hope to welcome you back soon! Warm regards Mmapula/Jayla Homestay
Dear Heather Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the friendly staff, comfortable setting, delicious meals, and convenient transport. It's great to know everything met your expectations—we hope to welcom… Show more
Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe room was clean, I could use the kitchen, and the stay itself was good
I applied for a one-day tour of Mokoro here, but it cost US$148 (2029 pla). It cost twice as much as I expected. I have visited 352 cities in 87 countries so far. I felt that the contents of this tour were about 50 dollars considering the pick-up and drop-off. The contents of this tour are very cost-effective. The lunch for tourists from other tour companies was buffet, but our lunch was worse than the prison meal we saw in the movie. I regret that I should have chosen another tour company. When I asked the local guide, the admission fee was 250 pla and the two-seater boat was 210 pla per person, and even considering transportation and lunch, the fare of this tour company was so high that I felt like I was swindled.
Dear Shingo Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your stay, found the room clean, and made use of the kitchen. We're sorry to hear that the Mokoro tour didn’t meet your expectations. We’d like to clarify that our pricing reflects not only the park entry and boat ride, but also private transportation, the services of trained local guides, and a freshly prepared lunch — all arranged with a focus on safety, quality, and supporting the local community. We do believe the tour offers fair value for what is included. Many of our guests have found it to be a memorable and worthwhile experience, and we’re always working to maintain high standards. Regarding the lunch — we’re a bit surprised by your comment, as you seemed to enjoy the meal and ate well during the tour. Nonetheless, we appreciate your perspective and will continue working with our team to ensure the experience remains consistently high-quality for all guests. Thank you again for your feedback, and we wish you all the best on your future travels. Warm regards, Mmapula / Jayla Homestay
Dear Shingo Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your stay, found the room clean, and made use of the kitchen. We're sorry to hear that the Mokoro tour didn’t meet your expectations. We’d li… Show more
Reviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewMmapula was super friendly and helpful. She provided a great dinner and breakfast. Jayla is very quiet but was located a bit out of Maun. Mmapula arranged for our taxi to the airport and it was very punctual.
Very friendly and helpful. Very quiet. Very clean.
Dear Pamela Thank you so much for your kind words! We're really happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay, especially the meals and the hospitality from Mmapula. It’s great to know the airport transfer went smoothly and that you found the place clean, quiet, and welcoming. We may be a little outside of central Maun, but we hope the peaceful setting added to your overall experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime. Warm regards Mmapula / Jayla Homestay
Dear Pamela Thank you so much for your kind words! We're really happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay, especially the meals and the hospitality from Mmapula. It’s great to know the airport transfer went smoothly and that you found the p… Show more
Reviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewWe loved our stay at Jayla’s. The room was lovely and clean. We loved having our own kitchen and Water was provided. The owner has a little shop on the premises if you need something. She is an amazing person and we loved chatting with her. It was quiet and the bed was comfortable. 100 percent recommendation 😊
Dear Lukas Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Jayla’s—especially the clean room, the kitchen, and the peaceful atmosphere. It was a real pleasure having you, and Mmapula truly enjoyed your conversations as well. We're glad the little shop came in handy too! Thank you for the 100% recommendation—it means the world to us. We’d love to welcome you back anytime 😊 Warm regards, Mmapula / Jayla Homestay
Dear Lukas Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Jayla’s—especially the clean room, the kitchen, and the peaceful atmosphere. It was a real pleasure having you, and Mmapula truly… Show more
Reviewed: 19 July 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewMmapula and her family were incredibly welcoming hosts. The room was spacious and cleaned daily. Mmapula was incredibly helpful booking a Mokoro & bushwalk safari tour for us. As well, we ate dinner here two nights and the meals were outstanding. Recommend staying here! Felt so homey! Parking is within a gated area and felt safe.
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Dear Sierra Wow—thank you so much for such a heartwarming review! We're thrilled to hear that you felt at home and enjoyed your stay with us. It was truly a pleasure hosting you. Mmapula and the family are so glad you appreciated the hospitality, the meals, and the help arranging your Mokoro and bushwalk safari. We always aim to make our guests feel comfortable and well taken care of, so your kind words mean a lot. We're also happy you felt safe and at ease with the gated parking and daily room service. Thank you for the strong recommendation—we’d love to welcome you back anytime! Warm regards, Mmapula / Jayla Homestay
Dear Sierra Wow—thank you so much for such a heartwarming review! We're thrilled to hear that you felt at home and enjoyed your stay with us. It was truly a pleasure hosting you. Mmapula and the family are so glad you appreciated the hos… Show more
Reviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewVery nice, welcoming and budget-friendly place to stay in Maun. Also very happy with the great breakfast. I rented a car from Britz, which is within walking distance, and it was very convenient to stay at Jayla’s both before and after my car rental. Recommended.
Dear Arlid Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and found Jayla’s to be both welcoming and budget-friendly. It’s great that our location worked out so conveniently for your car rental with Britz — we’re happy we could be a comfortable stop before and after your journey. We also appreciate the nice mention of the breakfast — it means a lot! Thank you for the recommendation, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime you're in Maun. Warm regards, Mmapula/ Jayla Homestay
Dear Arlid Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and found Jayla’s to be both welcoming and budget-friendly. It’s great that our location worked out so conveniently for your car re… Show more
Reviewed: 30 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewMy stay at Jayla Homestay in Maun, Botswana, was fantastic! Mmapula and her family are warm, welcoming hosts who made me feel at home. The rooms are clean, cozy, and well-equipped, and Mmapula’s home-cooked meals were delicious. The peaceful location is perfect for relaxing, and Mmapula’s gave me great recommendations on what to do in Maun - from participating in local school events to Karaoke places and from helping me organise trip to Moremi National Park to Mokoro trips. Great Wi-Fi, parking, and value for money. Highly recommend Jayla Homestay for an authentic Botswana experience!
All was perfect.
Dear Said Thank you so much for your exceptional review! We're truly delighted that you had such a wonderful stay at Jayla Homestay. Mmapula and the whole family are so happy to know you felt at home and enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, delicious meals, and the time spent exploring Maun. It’s great to hear that the recommendations and help with organizing your trips added value to your visit—that’s exactly what we aim for. We’re also glad the Wi-Fi, parking, and overall experience met your expectations. Thank you for recommending us and for embracing the local culture during your stay. You’re always welcome back for more adventures (and karaoke nights)! Warmest regards, Mmapula/ Jayla Homestay
Dear Said Thank you so much for your exceptional review! We're truly delighted that you had such a wonderful stay at Jayla Homestay. Mmapula and the whole family are so happy to know you felt at home and enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, de… Show more
Reviewed: 27 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewAwesome homecooked meals, topnotch service, great value for money, very good wifi, cheap and great laundry service, free parking, excellent hospitality and kindness from the hostess Mmapula ...
A bit out of town, but we knew it when we booked, not a problem with your own car.
Dear Bharathi Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the homecooked meals, the service, and all the little extras like Wi-Fi, laundry, and parking. Mmapula is so happy to know her hospitality made a difference in your stay! We appreciate you mentioning the location as well — it’s true that we’re a bit outside of town, but we’re glad it worked well for you with your own car. Thank you again for staying with us and for your kind words. You’re always welcome back at Jayla Homestay! Warm regards, Mmapula / Jayla Homestay
Dear Bharathi Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the homecooked meals, the service, and all the little extras like Wi-Fi, laundry, and parking. Mmapula is so happy to know her hospitality made a … Show more
Reviewed: 26 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe owner was a nice person. She also could find tours with affordable price.
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Dear Tarek Thank you for your kind words! We're glad you had a positive experience and that Mmapula could assist in finding affordable tours for you. It was a pleasure having you, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future! Warm regards, Mmapula / Jayla Homestay
Dear Tarek Thank you for your kind words! We're glad you had a positive experience and that Mmapula could assist in finding affordable tours for you. It was a pleasure having you, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future! Warm… Show more
Reviewed: 22 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewMmapula and some staffs are very polite and have excellent hospitality. Thanks to them, I was able to stay here very comfortably. They helped me a lot, arrangement for some tours and transportation. I appreciate all.
Dear Toshikan Thank you so much for your kind review and recommendation! We're very happy to hear that you felt comfortable and well taken care of during your stay. Mmapula and the team are truly grateful for your kind words—it was our pleasure to assist with your tours and transport. We’re so glad we could help make your time in Maun a smooth and enjoyable one. You're always welcome back at Jayla Homestay! Warm regards, Mmapula /Jayla Homestay
Dear Toshikan Thank you so much for your kind review and recommendation! We're very happy to hear that you felt comfortable and well taken care of during your stay. Mmapula and the team are truly grateful for your kind words—it was our pl… Show more
Reviewed: 20 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBeds were comfy and hosts was very friendly and helpful in organizing trip to Khwai.
Dear Andreas Thank you so much for your kind words! We're really glad you enjoyed the accommodation and found the beds comfortable. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we're happy we could help organize your trip to Khwai. We hope to welcome you back again in the future! Warm regards Mmapula/ Jayla Homestay
Dear Andreas Thank you so much for your kind words! We're really glad you enjoyed the accommodation and found the beds comfortable. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we're happy we could help organize your trip to Khwai. We hope to welco… Show more
Reviewed: 17 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe warmest welcoming and caring of Mmapula, everything was convenient and unbeatable price for value
Might be worth mentioning that a switch has to be turned on to get hot water :)
Dear Sophie Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you felt at home and that you appreciated Mmapula’s warm hospitality. We're also glad you found everything convenient and great value for money. Thanks for the helpful note about the hot water switch — we’ll be sure to make that clearer for future guests. We’d love to welcome you back anytime! Warm regards Mmapula / Homestay
Dear Sophie Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you felt at home and that you appreciated Mmapula’s warm hospitality. We're also glad you found everything convenient and great value for money. Thanks for th… Show more
Reviewed: 17 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe host went out of her way to make sure i was facilitated and comfy. The food she cooked delicious, healthy and affordable. The rooms were clean and comfortable!
Nothing, I loved my stay
Dear Zak Wow, thank you so much for your amazing feedback! We're truly honoured that staying at Jayla Homestay was the best decision you made in Maun. It was a real pleasure hosting you, and we're so glad you felt comfortable and enjoyed the food and hospitality. Your kind words mean a lot, and we hope to welcome you back again soon! Warm regards Mmapula/Jayla Homestay
Dear Zak Wow, thank you so much for your amazing feedback! We're truly honoured that staying at Jayla Homestay was the best decision you made in Maun. It was a real pleasure hosting you, and we're so glad you felt comfortable and enjoyed… Show more
Reviewed: 14 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe stay was large and clean with full-size fridge. The owner was a sweetheart who would go the extra mile to make sure you were comfortable. Staff was pleasant and welcoming. Loved the little kitten!
Parking inside was tight so park outside if not staying long.
Dear Landry Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed the spacious and clean stay and that the full-size fridge and warm hospitality made you feel at home. It means a lot to hear your kind words about the team — and we're happy you enjoyed the company of our little kitten, too! Thanks also for the note about parking; it’s a helpful tip for future guests. We hope to welcome you back soon! Warm regards Mmapula/ Jayla Homestay
Dear Landry Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed the spacious and clean stay and that the full-size fridge and warm hospitality made you feel at home. It means a lot to hear your kind words about the team — and we're… Show more
Reviewed: 11 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewDon't even as for it Just avoid it
The manners of the owner
Dear Ronald it's you again for the second time sending us the negative feedback for the same booking! We apologize that our service did not satisfy your personal feelings. As you can see on other reviews, we are known for taking ownership and caring deeply about our guests. We can’t fix your personal feelings at Jayla Homestay. Many thanks Mmapula
Dear Ronald it's you again for the second time sending us the negative feedback for the same booking! We apologize that our service did not satisfy your personal feelings. As you can see on other reviews, we are known for taking ownershi… Show more
Reviewed: 11 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewAfter a 12-hour bus ride, I arrived at the guesthouse, showed my ticket and was told they were full. It was night and I had to go looking for another place, without knowing the city.
Dear Cleber Thank you for staying with us, We are sorry about the negative feedback. We're surprised to hear that we didn't accommodate you. you booked a shared room, and you were sharing with another guest from Norway. The following morning, you made tea by the living area, and you mentioned to me that you don't want to disturb your sharing mate in the room Our team aims to provide attentive and compassionate care. Please contact us so we can discuss more We're looking forward to hosting you again Many thanks Mmapula
Dear Cleber Thank you for staying with us, We are sorry about the negative feedback. We're surprised to hear that we didn't accommodate you. you booked a shared room, and you were sharing with another guest from Norway. The following mor… Show more
Reviewed: 7 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewJayla and her staff were very welcoming. We definitely recommend staying with her.