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Mara River Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverfront lodge with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Located near Mara River, Mara River Lodge offers a serene retreat with an art gallery and daily manager's reception. Unwind by the outdoor pool or explore international cuisine at one of the two on-site restaurants. The lodge also features a spa for rejuvenation, free WiFi in public areas, and plenty of space for kids to play in the garden playground.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, River View, Garden Area

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, River View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Laundry detergent
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, River View

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Laundry detergent
Daily housekeeping
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Drive Lemek Conservancy, Maasai Mara, 100

What's nearby

  • Lemek Conservancy - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mara North Conservancy - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Motorogi Conservancy - 52 min drive - 16.3 miles

Getting around

  • Maasai Mara (HKR-Mara North) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fairmont Restaurant - ‬57 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Fairmont Mara Safari Club - ‬57 min drive
  • ‪Fairmont Mara Bar - ‬57 min drive

About this property

Mara River Lodge

Upscale family-friendly lodge near Mara River
You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and an art gallery on site at Mara River Lodge. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub, or a massage at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • An outdoor pool along with a lazy river and sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, a safari, and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grills, a 24-hour front desk, and 1 meeting room
Room features
All 78 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding, as well as perks like sound-insulated walls and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies, a personal chef, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 1 km
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Vegetarian Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Lazy river
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

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)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1988
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Laundry detergent
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests who wish to visit the main reserve for Game Drives will be required to pay a park entry fee of USD 80 per adult and USD 45 per child aged 3-11 at the gate.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
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
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Mara River Lodge Masai Mara
Mara River Lodge
Mara River Masai Mara
Mara River Lodge Kenya/Maasai Mara National Reserve
Mara River Lodge Lodge
Mara River Lodge Maasai Mara
Mara River Lodge Lodge Maasai Mara

Frequently asked questions

Does Mara River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mara River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mara River Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Mara River Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Mara River Lodge located?

This family-friendly Maasai Mara lodge is located near the airport, 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Mara River, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Maasai Mara National Reserve and Musiara Gate. Mara Triangle and Oloololo Gate are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

Mara River Lodge Reviews

6.0

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

6.8

Staff & service

7.4

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

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lisa waddle

Disliked: Staff & service

Good enough for the price.

They catered to the Chinese people. The lodge was ok. The rooms were ok. Not well maintained. Turned electric off most of the time. Location was fabulous. I have been to Kenya many times and this is the nicest location I've encountered. It is on the Mara river. Many hippos monkeys baboons and crocks. It is a one hour drive to Masai Mara but the conservative was nice for safari. The safari vehicles are not very well maintained and we broke down or had a flat tire every day. It is a good value as it is not as expensive as most, but you sacrifice luxury. They ran out of meat every meal and the selection was not to the taste of Americans. It is an option, depending on what you require in a safari
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

ATSUKO

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

野性のカバとスタッフに癒されるロッジ！

マラ川に沿って建っていて一日中野性のカバが見られるので決めました。 夜もカバが聞いたことの無い声で鳴いていて笑えました。 食事は3回ともコースで沢山出ました。 スタッフもとても親切で楽しく過ごせました。 ただ、野性動物優先で大切にしているので良いのですが、カバが敷地に入ってこないように電線が張り巡らされていて、夜もカバを見られるようにライトアップがあります。 自家発電なので人に回る？電気が少なく１日のうち4時間半しか電気がつかなかったのは不便でした。 ネットは全く使えなかったので知り合いが生きてるの？って国際電話をかけてきました。 せめて夕方から夜には電気が欲しいです。
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Zu viel ist zu viel

Die Angestellten waren zu aufdringlich: Getränke, Massage, Geschenkeshop. Man hatte das Gefühl, jeder möchte einem nur das Geld aus der Tasche ziehen. Die Eintrittsgebühren zum Park pro Person und Tag als Kleingedruckte Nebenkosten zu deklarieren ist schäbig. Never ever. Fehlendes Rückgeld ist auch ein Klassiker.
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