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The Retreat at Ngorongoro

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A large resort with multiple guest rooms, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained garden. - The Retreat at Ngorongoro (Karatu)
A spacious interior with a high ceiling, a central staircase, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors. - The Retreat at Ngorongoro (Karatu)
A pool area with umbrellas, a lawn, and a view of a forested landscape. - The Retreat at Ngorongoro (Karatu)
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, multiple sofas, a central coffee table, and a decorative chandelier. - The Retreat at Ngorongoro (Karatu)
A wooden bridge leading to a row of rooms with a brick facade, surrounded by greenery. - The Retreat at Ngorongoro (Karatu)
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace at The Retreat at Ngorongoro. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, and artwork on the walls.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 99 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a stone fireplace, a large bed with pillows, a bedside table, and a nightstand.

Deluxe Cottage, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 99 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

QUADRUPLE DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEW

  • Sleeps 6

About the neighborhood

Located in Karatu, The Retreat at Ngorongoro is near the airport and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Manyara National Park and Lake Manyara. Lake Magadi is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Karatu travel guide
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Tloma Area, Karatu, Arusha Region

What's nearby

  • An adult elephant and a calf in a natural setting with dense vegetation.
    Lake Manyara National Park
    43 min drive - 19.9 miles
  • Karatu Playground
    15 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Arusha (ARK)
    151 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jack's Pub
    12 min drive
  • Rhotia Coffee Corner
    31 min drive
  • Kona Mbulu Restaurant
    12 min drive
  • Kwa Msafiri
    12 min drive
  • Ellien's In
    14 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • In-room massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (24 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Day bed
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • In-room dining only
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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
Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining)

Frequently asked questions

Does The Retreat at Ngorongoro have a pool?

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

Is The Retreat at Ngorongoro pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Retreat at Ngorongoro?

Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

What time is check-out at The Retreat at Ngorongoro?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Retreat at Ngorongoro located?

Located near the airport, this family-friendly hotel is 18 mi (29 km) from Lake Manyara National Park and 22.8 mi (36.6 km) from Lake Manyara.

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Reviews

The Retreat at Ngorongoro Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing and I wish I could have stayed longer. It’s everything you could ask for in a luxury retreat. The suites/cabins are beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in somewhat isolated area. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Only regret did not allow enough time to enjoy the property. The restaurant does not offer ala carte choice but requests can be accommodated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dont even look at something else - just book it

The staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome. The buffet style breakfast and dinner was excellent. They sent us off with a packed lunch so we can maximise our time in the National Park we visited. The accommodation was top class and well worth the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property, super staff, clean bungalows and well maintained. We were very well looked after. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019