格韋塔旅館

On one hand, this property looks picturesque and welcoming but in reality, everything feels really difficult. The staff could be considerably more efficient. I’ve waited in excess of half hour at the reception desk waiting for the receptionist to show up because they left the desk unmanned. We’ve had to move rooms in the middle of the night because the air-conditioning wasn’t working in the room, and there was no fan in there either. It is difficult getting in and out of the main gate becausethere is no security guard, and the call buttons that lead to the desk isn’t manned. When you try calling them on the phone as an sensible alternative, nobody picks up the phone, Breakfast is not included in the room rate, but worse of all, the hotel has almost no Wi-Fi. Just in the reception area and it is patchy at best. Several golden opportunities missed here. The lack of staff training and hospitality management is its biggest flaw.

This is a unique style accommodation offered to the public. They have used a mix of traditional and modern architecture and is appealing to many people. The rooms are reasonably large and comfortable with walk in showers, desk, lighting, power sockets. Wifi, unfortunately not available at the rooms, but at the bar area only. The food is good and service is good.

The highlight of the trip was an overnight stay at Ntwetwe pan, organised by Gweta Lodge. An unforgettable and unique experience (spoilt some by a loud American family). Falling asleep at the pan, fully lit by the full moon, and waking up at the pan was priceless. Meeting the bushmen and seeing the meerkats was amazing. Room 14 is simple, windows don't close fully - if you are scared of mosquitos, not a room for you. There are better rooms in another part of the lodge (I suppose these are the superior rooms). The bar had a very limited choice of alcoholic drinks,e.g. no rum. Meals were fine, salads were huge and exquisite (definitely recommend). The surroundings were kept clean at all times and the staff was friendly (Badiri was very helpful when I needed help before arrival). It was too cold to use the pool, but it was kept clean at all times. One day there was no hot water all afternoon and evening due to a power cut (and the back-up generator was insufficient). Some effort should have been made to offer a solution to guests (e.g. offer buckets of hot water). Overall a good experience, with room for improvement.

Gweta Lodge is located just south of A3 road in the centre of Gweta village. The lodge offers double cabins, family rooms, and African-style rondavels. You find a lounge, restaurant & bar. Outfit and layout provide a slightly outdated safari atmosphere. The Gweta web site is over polished-up. Staff is friendly. Crossing the Ntwetwe Pan from Mopipi we reached Gweta and opted for a rondavel at the lodge. We had dinner at the restaurant. The food was simple and OK. Our isolated cabin had 2 singe beds with one large mosquito net, a table but no chair. The separate open-air bathroom had washbasin, shower (hot), toilet. All was clean. WiFi was OK. Gweta Lodge is a good place, and a practical choice for 1 or 2 nights. Recommended for visiting by 4x4 the Makgadikgadi National Park or the Sua, Ntwetwe or Nxai salt lakes.

I am sure Gweta Lodge is a great place to stay. Unfortunately due to a change of circumstances I had to rearrange my trip meaning I had to cancel my booking. I did this well within their stated refund period. I've provided all the required invoice number and proof of payment but over a month since my cancellation and have heard nothing. My emails are not being responded to and I now feel I have no choice but to let people know that I'm sure it's lovely if you can stay there but certainly don't bank on a refund if for any reason you have to change your plans.....

Gweta Lodge was a perfect break point in our journey, we stayed two nights. The staff are super friendly and helpful. We had a lovely village walk one morning, and then enjoyed the evening drive to the pans visiting the Bushmen and the meerkats on the way. The facilities are good enough to make you feel relaxed and at home. We had a lovely time.