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Sarova Shaba Game Lodge

5.0 star property
Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and spa services

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Born Free Suite | Living area
Executive Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Room options

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Living room

Executive Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Born Free Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exterior

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  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
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About the neighborhood

Map
Shaba National Reserve, Off A2 Road, Archers Post, 00200

What's nearby

  • Shaba National Reserve - Natorbi Ogura Gate - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Buffalo Springs National Reserve - 21 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Samburu National Reserve Uaso Gate - 46 min drive - 15.5 miles

Getting around

  • Samburu (UAS-Buffalo Spring) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restoran Fathima FFC - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Mannmanet Restaurant & Choma - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Samburu Northern Springs Restaurant - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Sarova Shaba Game Lodge

Luxury lodge by the river
At Sarova Shaba Game Lodge, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a garden, and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a Swedish massage, Ayurvedic treatments, or aromatherapy. The on-site restaurant, Surpelei, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A safari, luggage storage, and a vegetable garden
  • A gift shop, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 85 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and tubs or showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and ceiling fans

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Carraluma Poolside Bar
  • Chemi Chemi
  • Surpelei

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Game drives are not included in the room rate. Game drives can be booked in advance of arrival (surcharge) by contacting the property using the number provided on the booking confirmation email.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 27 2025 to June 16 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
During renovations, the lodge will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Additional fee: USD 70 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

This property is located in Shaba National Reserve. The additional mandatory fee covers entrance to the park.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Sarova Game Lodge
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Frequently asked questions

Does Sarova Shaba Game Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Sarova Shaba Game Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Sarova Shaba Game Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this luxury lodge is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Shaba National Reserve - Natorbi Ogura Gate and 6.4 mi (10.2 km) from Buffalo Springs National Reserve. Mt. Shaba and Samburu National Reserve Uaso Gate are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Sarova Shaba Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

The rooms need a TV and at least an extra TV for sports. It’s beautiful though and very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10

The Sarova Corp and Expedia, Posted that we had to pay $140 US upon arrival by credit card, NOT CASH. At the gate to the Park, we were told that we had to pay $140 per day in cash for our stay at hotel in Park. Including day of our arrival after Park hours! We had no US dollars in cash, so they let us go to hotel to get money. The Shaba lodge had no dollars and could not give cash of any kind for credit card withdraw. So we spent the second day negotiating and reception called a bank in distant village to see if they would let us use their atm to get $600 USA in Kenya Shillings. We spent day getting Shillings going twice on a dangerous gully filled dirt track for 10 kilometers! Not a road! Your Expedia Insurance with Allianz would not cover the Money lost by theft, as it did not fit in trip interruption guidelines. I said it was theft by misrepresentation but they did not listen. They sent me a refusal. Thus more time and money wasted.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

2/10

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Beautiful pool, layout and riverside very. Extremely friendly and helpful staff! Nice rooms, quiet and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10

The staff were brilliant - a lot of attention to detail. Great food - so much variety you will definitely find something you will like. They cater for all dietary requirements. Surrounding areas perfect for game drives. Serene and peaceful environment. Great choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10

The hotel is quiet and clean, the service everywhere is superb, the staff are friendly and helpful, the food is great and there;'s lots of it, and the setting is heavenly -- right on the Wasa River, surrounded by animals, with an electric fence to keep out the crocodiles resting in the river bed. Monkeys and baboons are regular visitors. All in all a great place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10

A beautiful lodge in the heart of Shaba. The service was amazing and the food delicious. I hated leaving there!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10

It’s a wonderful hotel in a park which makes for a special stay. Staff is super friendly and helpful. We stayed in a suite which was fine but not necessarily worth the extra amount. Food at all meals was very good and the hotel has a lovely pool. We did a game drive which we arranged through the hotel and this was very special. Wilson was our guide and he is amazing!!! He is so knowledgeable and really elevated the entire drive with his facts and experience. Make sure to bring loads of cash as the entrance fee to get in to the park cannot be paid by card. Something we were not aware of and that made the arrival rather stressful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Paradise on earth tucked away. A wonderful feel as soon as you enter the property. Staff are wxceptionally warm and well trained. Have a "Can do" attitude with great efficiency. Property is beautifully done, and unpretentious. Food, though a buffet was delicious... Hubby went back more at every meal. There are Rangers on site to take you out on hiking safaris or game drives. Would loved ro have stayed longer to explore the area more. Did miss having a running track or a gym though :). We drive down, but there is also a little airstrip next to the property. Will give that a go the next time. Adesh the ranger who took us walking was extremely knowledgeable. David who Took us on a game drive was also excellent. Bravo to all the team ! Until next time Rima and Flemming
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

First visited here 30 years ago and while there is no great evidence of much in the way of refurbishments the facilities are still well enough maintained. Bathrooms might be updated by still passable. But a well designed lodge with a great location on the river bank.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

We loved our stay. The location is excellent, by the river, inside the park, but well protected with electric fencing. When we checked in late @ 6-30 pm, there was only one room left, not so good one. The toiletries were missing, the electronic safe was not working (required battery change), there was drinking water provided, only one towel, and likes of that. Worst of all there was no phone in the room. So as we discovered each of the missing things, we really had to walk back to the reception to ask. But they provided everything later. So ultimately it was fine. The food was good, since the chef took special care of us offering us special dishes.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

The best hotel ever.service,hospitality,enviroment,rooms and service at its best.congrats.