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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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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, Asian, American, Buffet

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
or
3 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ambra
    Italy 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 South Africa
    The location is the absolute best, the view is incredible. A welcome comfort after a long drive.
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The situation was fantastic with excellent views of the crater beneath
  • Nitinchandra
    India India
    The location, food, service and the rooms are excellent
  • Susan
    South Africa 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 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 New Zealand
    Spectacular location, very comfortable rooms, great lodge.
  • Olena
    Netherlands 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 Switzerland
    The attention of the staff is really great. We were so happy.
  • Nick
    United Kingdom 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

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

House rules

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

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

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
US$200 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$300 per person, per night

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.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

-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.

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