Located 12 miles from Ngorongoro Crater, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge offers a restaurant, a bar and air-conditioned accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi. There's a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries in each unit, along with a hairdryer. Guests at the lodge can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Lake Magadi is 13 miles from Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, while Olduvai Gorge Museum is 23 miles away. The nearest airport is Lake Manyara Airport, 37 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
7.3
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
5.0
High score for Ngorongoro
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kevin
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Amazing amenities at a mindblowing location. Also the included food options were superb.
  • Aisha
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The view was simply fascinating. The photos would never do the view justice, believe me! There is a moment of fascination the moment you see the crater view from the your room. I don't get these moments a lot. Staff is beyond friendly, like all...
  • Edgar
    Qatar Qatar
    Location, location, location. The view of the crater is unbeatable, and there aren't too many spots left on the planet where you can see stars (and beyond) like you can at Ngorongoro Serena. Service and food quality and variety was excellent, and...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
View
  • Landmark view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Currency exchange
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Mosquito net
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
Spa
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Swahili

House rules

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
$208 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
$312 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-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 ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to 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 minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

  • Check-in at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge include:

    • Single
    • Twin/Double
    • Triple

  • Yes, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Evening entertainment

  • Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is 3.7 miles from the center of Ngorongoro. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet