Reviews of Punkinheads Guesthouse
1693 Parakarungu Road, Kasane, Botswana

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Reviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewEverything was perfect, from arrival till we left. Luba was such a great host, and the beds were great, ensuring a proper nights sleep
Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewExcellent location, well positioned in a quiet area and within easy walking access to the main centre. Efficient and friendly staff, especially the hostess, who helped me so much and went above and beyond to make my stay there extremely smooth. She helped me organize so many things and was truly a blessing. I appreciated being able to leave my Hire vehicle parked securely there whilst I went for a short trip to Zimbabwe. Also assisted me to organize the shuttle transport to and from Zimbabwe as well - really extremely helpful. Clean and spacious room, and an excellent breakfast. I really enjoyed my stay there. Highly recommended.
There is nothing negative to report - I loved this place.
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe room we had was spacious and high tech. The breakfast was lovely and these ladies are absolutely fantastic. They helped arrange a very nice sunset boat cruise. Highly recommended!
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNice house, with specious room and bathroom. Very clean. Nice common spaces to relax and to eat. To reach the city centre or any restaurant you need to get a taxi but Lumba (the manager) can arrange one for you. The staff is extremely kind and available. The breakfast is included and is freshly prepared for you. We wanted to do laundry, but they were so helpful to do it for us.
We were there only for a night, so wasn’t an issue. But if you intend to stay longer you are a bit out of everything. The city centre is not at walking distance.
Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe staff were amazing and very flexible. They delayed breakfast until we returned from our safari. They were always looking out for us. The Guesthouse is such a lovely place. Very warm and welcoming. Rooms were comfortable and the breakfast was great.
No negative comments.
Reviewed: 22 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewMy friend and I booked our stay at this beautiful guesthouse at first strictly based on the unique name. Turns out this was the best place ever! From the moment we arrived to our last night, we felt at home. Our gracious hostess, Lumba, made us feel at home. The room was very clean, bathroom clean (a little tiny) but comfy. Breakfast was delicious with your typical English breakfast, coffee and juice offered. Our hostess assisted with excursion bookings, helping us the get the best prices. So our last night we invited her to join us for a little brai (grilling) for dinner. We ate and talked as if we were old friends from years before. Highly recommended this guesthouse!!! Location, price point, safety, customer service all 5 stars!!!
Reviewed: 5 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 31 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewWe had amazing stay in this lovely hotel. Very comfortable rooms, clean and cosy. Silent and safe surroundings with parking. And the owner - a real angel. Loved our stay and will come back for sure when we come again to Kasane.
All was perfect
Reviewed: 30 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewPunkinheads is just excellent. I cannot recommend it enough. Wish I could rate the staff higher.
Reviewed: 3 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe owner was very attentive and welcoming. She even offered us her car to go run an errand. Excellent communication through booking.com. The guest house had everything we needed. Modern room, comfy, good wifi, good ac. Delicious copious breakfast with many options. It was also possible to use the kitchen if you want to do some light cooking. We recommend.