Experience the tranquil ambiance of Cresta Maun, an upscale hotel nestled by the river. Relax on the sun-kissed terrace or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, then indulge in local and international cuisine at Tswii restaurant. With laundry facilities, a bar, free self parking and concierge services available to you.
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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, River View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Garden view
60 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, River View
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Garden view
27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, River View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Garden view
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Suite, 1 Double Bed, River View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Garden view
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed
About the neighborhood
Located in Maun, Cresta Maun is on a river. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Nhabe Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Maun Wildlife Educational Park and Okavango Delta. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Maun travel guide
Plot 16719, Thamalakane River, Maun
What's nearby
Maun Gardens
13 min drive - 6.1 km
Maun Environmental Education Centre
14 min drive - 6.4 km
Nhabe Museum
14 min drive - 6.4 km
Maun Wildlife Educational Park
14 min drive - 6.8 km
Getting around
Maun (MUB)
12 min drive
Restaurants
Marc's Eatery
15 min drive
KFC
10 min drive
Jiko Airport Cafe
12 min drive
The Duck
11 min drive
Nando's
10 min drive
About this property
Cresta Maun
Upscale hotel by the river
Consider a stay at Cresta Maun and take advantage of a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Tswii, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
An outdoor pool
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and a vegetable garden
Smoke-free premises, concierge services, and a porter/bellhop
Room features
All 83 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
TVs with satellite channels
Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and electric kettles
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: BWP 210 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Mophane
Tswii
Things to do
24-hour gym
Helicopter/airplane tours
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Free area shuttle
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Business services
2,583 square feet of conference space
5 meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
On a river
Terrace
Vegetable garden
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Front entrance ramp
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
3 floors
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Banquet hall
Built in 2017
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Minibar
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Phone
Safe
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, 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 at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately BWP 210 per person
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Cresta Maun Hotel
Cresta Maun Maun
Cresta Maun Hotel
Cresta Maun Hotel Maun
Frequently asked questions
Does Cresta Maun have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Cresta Maun?
As of 8 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cresta Maun on 15 March 2026 start from AED 592, excluding 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 Cresta Maun pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Cresta Maun?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Cresta Maun?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Cresta Maun provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.
Where is Cresta Maun located?
Situated on a river, this hotel is steps from Okavango Delta, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Maun Gardens and Nhabe Museum. Maun Wildlife Educational Park and Maun Environmental Education Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Cresta Maun Reviews
7.4
Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
7.2
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 38 reviews
10 - Excellent
10
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 38 reviews
8 - Good
16
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 38 reviews
6 - Okay
4
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 38 reviews
4 - Poor
4
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 38 reviews
2 - Terrible
4
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Helene
6 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Check in was really messy. We arrived a bit early, but they used around 15min just to find our bookings, then they used another 10min to find out if some rooms where ready, in the end we just left to go for lunch another place to give them time to sort out some rooms. When we came back 1h45min later they had still not found us some rooms. Took another 20mins for them to check us in! By which time we had just 10mins for the 3 of us to get a shower and go to the airport to do the helicopter trip we had booked. Otherwise hotel was good, just that it was really noisy when people talked outside rooms.
it was very good, charming location and staff very
staff were very good but my regonal accent communication was some times slow but enjoyable
tony
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
6/10 Okay
carlos nesme
2 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was just ok! The price for it doesn’t match for the property
carlos nesme
6/10 Okay
Carlo
20 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Other guests behaviour not managed by staff, noise in the corridor, staff not efficient in arranging transport, shower with no pressure, etc.
Carlo
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Alexis
26 September 2023
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff not trained for their jobs. Very disappointed in this Hotel. Will never go their again.
Alexis
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
4/10 Poor
Sylvain
27 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Reception all mixed-up!
We were given key of room already occupied... then no towel and no hot water in the shower of the 2nd room.
Sylvain
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
2/10 Terrible
Patrick
13 July 2022
Early afternoon I contacted Expeidia to change reservation to next day due to car problems. I was told hotel was not answering its phone but that Expedia would continue to try to reach them and email me. By next day, still nothing. Hotel needs to answer its phone and respond to enquiries and Expedia should have sent me an update,
Zunächst wurde die Buchung geleugnet. Wir bekamen nicht die gebuchten zwei Einzelbetten. Wegen einer „Happy Hour“ konnten wir wegen des enormen Musiklärms bis Mitternacht nicht schlafen. Und dafür muss man zahlen…
Ulrike
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
4/10 Poor
Frederick
25 June 2022
for a new hotel they sure messed up - goofy design with the glass shower right next to the bed. Water goes everywhere. Noisy rooms. no mosquito nets and no screens on the windows. Noisy rooms. Average food.
On our second trip the reception and checking in was very disappointing I was made to wait for a long time. I requested a room down stairs was given upstairs making extremely difficult for my wife to walk. After a long time two staff members assisted
Cresta Maun is a great choice in Maun which surprisingly lacks decent accommodation. We came here from a horrible experience at another hotel. Staff was nice. We didnt try the breakfast. Transportation to and from the airport was easy and included with the stay.
A few items to consider" There is another Cresta in Maun and we were really confused because google had 3 Cresta Maun's when searching. So best to use the shuttle provided by the hotel.
The shower is in the room with no door. This maybe off putting for some but wasn't an issue for us at all.
The air conditioner was weak (not too bad though).
The hotel and amenities were all very nice. The staff could of been a little more helpful, some were very friendly while others made it feel as if it were an inconvenience to them to help us.
was advertised as 3 star and it is. There was a 2 hr delay at check in and was not told why, but they were accommodative at check out. The rooms were clean and modern, the staff courteous and helpful; but then most of Botswana is like that. The water is salty and we were provided with bottled water. The food is below average and slightly expensive. No water in river when we were there and so no wild animals. overall a happy experience
Die Unterkunft ist phantastisch, bedauerlicherweise jedoch schwer zu finden, da es keine Straßenadresse gibt. Das Personal war nicht in der Lage, den Weg zum Hotel telefonisch zu erklären, das hat uns zwei Stunden Urlaubszeit gekostet.
Cresta Maun is a business hotel on the edge of the Okavango...an interesting combination. The setting is fabulous on the banks of the Thamalakane River and it's a great location for tourists wanting a stop-over en route to safari. Given the relative remoteness of Maun the management do a great job of creating a quality experience for guests. As a regular business visitor to the town, Cresta Maun is a no-brainer: friendly staff, good wifi, surprisingly good food, decent bar experience, efficient front desk and a secure, well maintained property. Being a little way out of town, a car is essential if you need to get around easily.
Nice new hotel in Main. Staff and service good. We had a good meal in the restaurant and the room was comfortable. Down side - the pool was a bit 'murky' and very cold for swimming. There was also a bad smell near our room. We asked to be moved and reception arranged this. We subsequently heard that they water the gardens with treated sewage!! Hence the smell. Bizarre given the proximity to the river.
Millietess
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
8/10 Good
Fernando, sao paulo
9 September 2018
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
dificil de chegar
longe do aeroporto, so o transfer salva, faltou toalha, a area de turismo do hotel nao estava afim de trabalhar