Cresta Mahalapye “South Wing” Nears Completion

Mahalapye, Botswana — Cresta Marakanelo Limited (CML) has announced the impending completion of the “South Wing” extension at Cresta Mahalapye, which is expected to open its doors to the public during the course of November 2023. The new extension wing boasts an additional 60 rooms, which include 2 presidential suites, 2 executive suites and a paraplegic-friendly room.

The new wing also boasts integrated conference facilities including a state-of-the-art, soundproof conference room capable of hosting up to 100 delegates in a conference-style setup, as well as an additional boardroom and a meeting room, all digitally geared for the latest conferencing technologies.

“Cresta Mahalapye's expansion solidifies its position as a top-tier accommodation choice in the Central region. The new ‘South Wing’ and the existing ‘North Wing’ cumulatively bring the total room inventory of Cresta Mahalapye to 124 rooms and 6 conference rooms. This addition complements the existing conferencing capacity of the hotel which currently accommodates up to 250 delegates, increasing the total conference hosting capacity of the hotel to just under 400 delegates,” announced the CML Managing Director, Mokwena Morulane.

This increased capacity is expected to draw more visitors to Mahalapye and surrounding areas, promoting economic activity and local tourism in the region. Cresta Mahalapye's strategic, central location makes it a popular venue for corporate conferences, retreats and functions, and its positioning on the A1 Road makes it a crucial stopover for travellers.

"As completion of the ‘South Wing’ draws to a close, we are delighted to be taking bookings in preparation for the opening next month and look forward to providing our guests with an enhanced product offering, and a unique, memorable experience on their stays at our hotel. As we ease into the last quarter of the year and into the festive season, we are pleased to welcome our local and international guests at the new wing, and are excited about providing them with our truly authentic African hospitality experience that has come to be synonymous with who we are as Cresta Hotels,” concluded Morulane.

As the hospitality and tourism industry in Botswana and across the globe continues to evolve, the Cresta Mahalapye expansion underscores a strategic investment and displays CML’s confidence in the sector’s resilience. The project comes as part of a deliberate development trajectory across the Group, following the ongoing refurbishments at Cresta Botsalo in Palapye as well as Cresta Thapama and Cresta Marang in Francistown, and the construction of the 50 roomed Cresta Jwaneng Boutique Hotel expected to open doors in early 2024.

About Cresta Hotels

Cresta Hotels is one of Southern Africa's leading hotel management groups, operating business and resort hotels in Zimbabwe, Botswana, and South Africa. Cresta Hotels run a total of 17 hotels; 11 in Botswana, 5 in Zimbabwe and 1 in Cape Town, South Africa all filled with African heart and soul