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Experience world-class service at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Elegant Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge in Ngorongoro offers 5-star comfort with a restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy balconies with stunning views, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Exceptional Facilities: The lodge features a wellness centre, spa, and outdoor seating area. Additional services include a paid shuttle, concierge, tour desk, and free on-site private parking. Dining Experience: Breakfast options include continental, American, buffet, Italian, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, kosher, and Asian. Lunch and dinner are served at the restaurant. Prime Location: Located 20 km from Ngorongoro Crater and 59 km from Lake Manyara Airport, the lodge is near attractions such as Olduvai Gorge Museum (37 km) and Lake Magadi (21 km). Guests appreciate the scenic views and excellent service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ambra
Italy
“Just up the crater! What a beautiful night here! Really suggestive in the night! Very big bathroom and comfortable room! Warm restaurant with good food and evening exhibition of maori people! Breakfast also delicious! Perfect lobby and open...” - Julie
South Africa
“The location is the absolute best, the view is incredible. A welcome comfort after a long drive.” - Graham
United Kingdom
“The situation was fantastic with excellent views of the crater beneath” - Nitinchandra
India
“The location, food, service and the rooms are excellent” - Susan
South Africa
“This property is beautifully located on the edge of the crater, my room had a magnificent view with a spectacular sunrise. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The hotel is well suited to a solo traveler.” - Akdağ
Tanzania
“It was a great breakfast just next to a great lanscape. you can enjoy the view of the grongoro crater perfectly.” - Ben
New Zealand
“Spectacular location, very comfortable rooms, great lodge.” - Olena
Netherlands
“Perfect location, absolutely stunning to see the magnificent Ngorongoro crater from the comfort of the lodge. Especially sunrise is breathtaking. The stay itself is a unique experience. Staff are very well trained and very attentive to guests,...” - Felipe
Switzerland
“The attention of the staff is really great. We were so happy.” - Nick
United Kingdom
“Stunning views over the Ngorongoro Crater from every room. It is this that is the principal reason to choose this Hotel. Everything else was OK but not spectacular. In our case we were particularly disorganised about all our park permits as we...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
-Kindly note that park fees are payable to park authorities upon arrival at the Ngorongoro Crater Conservancy gate.
-Please ensure you have your hotel voucher which is required before paying park fees.
-Park entry timings are strictly 6am - 6pm daily.
-Road or air transfers to the lodge can be arranged at a fee.
-Please get in touch with the lodge to arrange transfers at least 72hrs prior to your travel date.
-Travel related expenses are not included in the rate.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.