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Karatu Simba Lodge

3.5 star property
Lodge in Karatu with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Interior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds
Exterior
Karatu Simba Lodge offers a peaceful retreat in Karatu with a garden and outdoor pool. Guests can dine anytime at the on-site restaurant and use dry cleaning services. The lodge provides free WiFi in common areas and helpful concierge assistance for a relaxing stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Sep 10 - Sep 11
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Tomorrow

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Tent | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Comfort Tent

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Rhotia Valley Road, Karatu

What's nearby

  • Karatu Playground - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area - 18 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Lake Manyara National Park - 22 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Lake Manyara - 36 min drive - 16.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lake Manyara (LKY) - 17 min drive

About this property

Karatu Simba Lodge

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Karatu Simba Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Barbecue grills and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Karatu Simba Lodge offer comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like safes and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies, separate sitting areas, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 4 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 92.5 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: TZS 92.5 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Simba Lodge
Karatu Simba
Karatu Simba Lodge Lodge
Karatu Simba Lodge Karatu
Karatu Simba Lodge Lodge Karatu

Frequently asked questions

Does Karatu Simba Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Karatu Simba Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Karatu Simba Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Karatu Simba Lodge?

Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Karatu Simba Lodge?

Check-out is at 9 AM.

Where is Karatu Simba Lodge located?

Situated in Karatu, this lodge is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Ngorongoro Conservation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Karatu Playground and Lake Manyara National Park. Lake Manyara and Gorigor Swamp are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Karatu Simba Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, clean and with a simple but confortable style, good Food and very nice service in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Borany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious accommodations set in a tranquil setting of farmland by the forest. Very kind and professional staff who took good care of us. The food was super delicious and generous.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular landscape and area, with beautiful sunset and sunrise. Close enough to Ngorongoro conserva
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

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