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Mara River Safari Lodge

4.0 star property
Resort in Gianyar with 2 restaurants and spa services

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; African cuisine
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Jalan By Pass Prof Ida, Bagus Mantra Km 19.8, Gianyar, Bali, 80551
  • Bali Safari and Marine Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Keramas Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ubud Monkey Forest
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Denpasar (DPS-Ngurah Rai Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Twiga Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Twiga Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 38 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Swala Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Swala Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 38 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Kifaru Family Suite + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Kifaru Family Suite + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Tembo Family Suite + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Tembo Family Suite + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 115 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Single Bed

About the area

Gianyar

At Mara River Safari Lodge you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Bali Safari and Marine Park and Bali Theatre. Highlights at this resort include 2 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The theme restaurant, Tsavo Lion, serves African cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The resort's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, spa services and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Gianyar resort, attractions include Ubud Monkey Forest and Ubud Traditional Art Market.
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What's nearby

  • Bali Safari and Marine Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cucukan Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bali Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Keramas Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Ubud Monkey Forest - 18 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Denpasar (DPS-Ngurah Rai Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Komune Resort & Beach Club Bali - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Warung Bendega Lebih - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Warung Makan Sunarya II - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Flamingo Bali Family Beach Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Warong Legong - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Mara River Safari Lodge

Resort in Gianyar with 2 restaurants and spa services
Mara River Safari Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

You'll find a business centre on site. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Mara River Safari Lodge. An airport shuttle during limited hours is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Gianyar resort.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 2008
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Mara River Safari Lodge offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.

Languages

English, Indonesian

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Tsavo Lion
  • Uma Restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 17

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

In accordance with local regulations, all visitors must remain within the property during Seclusion Day (Nyepi)/Hindu New Year for a 24-hour period (starting at 6 AM). Seclusion Day typically falls in March or April (dates subject to change each year). Check-in and check-out will not be possible on that date. Ngurah Rai Airport (Bali International Airport) is also closed on Seclusion Day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mara River Safari Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 38 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 38 (one-way), (up to 10 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

MARA RIVER SAFARI Bali Safari Marine Park Gianyar
MARA RIVER SAFARI LODGE Bali Safari & Marine Park Gianyar
MARA RIVER SAFARI LODGE Bali Safari Marine Park Gianyar
MARA RIVER SAFARI LODGE Bali Safari Marine Park
MARA RIVER SAFARI Bali Safari Marine Park
MARA RIVER SAFARI LODGE at Bali Safari Marine Park
MARA RIVER SAFARI Bali Safari

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Mara River Safari Lodge?

Yep, Mara River Safari Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Mara River Safari Lodge?

The closest beach to Mara River Safari Lodge is Sanur Beach (14.8 km).

Is there a spa on site at Mara River Safari Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer spa services.

Does Mara River Safari Lodge have a pool?

Mara River Safari Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Mara River Safari Lodge?

Mara River Safari Lodge features an outdoor pool, 1 hot tub and 2 restaurants.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mara River Safari Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mara River Safari Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Mara River Safari Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Mara River Safari Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Mara River Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 337 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 337 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 337 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 337 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 337 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
We didn’t have anything negative to say about Mara river! The whole experience was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Eileen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room were perfectly located but room could do with a little upgrade and a good clean. Food was fantastic, staff provided an excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of a kind!!! Must visit :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolute must do for any animal lovers or families with kids! We had an amazing experience - African animals roaming around just outside your bedroom, safari tour, infinity pool, animal shows, breakfast with the lions and meerkats, friendly staff - what’s not to love!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Had a great time, but mainly for the Taman Safari

The main attraction of the lodge is that it is attached to the Taman Safari Park which showcases an amazing array of indonesian, indian and african wildlife. The journey thru the "safari lands" in special buses is outstanding and the park caters to all ages and I think a must see for any visitor to Bali. Now to the lodge itself. Its a great concept and well executed however long overdue for an update. As an example the suite we stayed in cost NZD$800 per night and and iniitally we were wowed. That did include 2 complimentary Safari Journeys to be fair. However on closer inspection our phone stopped working, internet was really patchy, the mosquito screens in the bathrooms were damaged, one of the bathrooms had a leak in the ceiling, the shower slide kept dropping down, etc etc. Still on the negative it was hard to get information on what activities and what facilities were provided. A QR code was provided but was updated and the WiFi situation made it hard.On the plus staff were excellent, food was very reasonably priced for a hotel, and goid quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajoo Arokiasamy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serenity

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was nervous after reading reviews and hearing there are only two giraffe breakfast spots daily, but I was quickly reassured upon arrival. A kind staff member explained we could still privately feed the giraffes, from the same spot as breakfast, for much less cost and with the same 1:1 experience. The Tsavo restaurant had delicious food and fantastic service, especially from Ayu (worked Dec 13-14). She treated us like friends, making our stay extra special. The buffet breakfast featured adorable animal-themed foods. We stayed in a Twiga room with a breathtaking view—better than my trip to Africa! The bed was huge, with an extra one for our daughter, and tossing carrots to wildebeests from our balcony was a highlight. Some reviews mentioned bugs, but we saw just one fly and a harmless bug—less than in my house during Australian summers. I had low expectations for the park itself but was blown away. The kids’ splash park, with multiple slides and pools, was almost empty, and even adults enjoyed the slides. The animal experiences were incredible; we fed and patted elephants and meerkats, and the park was so quiet it felt exclusive. The Lion Restaurant was so good the lions roar a lot and watch you eat haha. All the staff were lovely, despite some reviews calling them rude—I only saw staff being kind unless provoked by rude guests. My skeptical husband was won over, and we can’t recommend Mara River highly enough. Thank you for unforgettable memories!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What an amazing experience! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quashonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love this property
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

YIGIT, San Jose

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experiace with animals
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

YUN LOK

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Safari hotel is great for a family for a vacation. We enjoy staying here for four nights. The room is spacious and the bedding is comfortable. Although this hotel is a bit old, it does not bother our family. Our room can see the animals in the distance which we like the most
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Although the rooms hadn’t been upgraded in the 12 years since I stayed last time the experience was still exceptional and animals were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ilona

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about the mara lodge was amazing. The staff were so helpful and couldn’t do enough for us. Out of my many stays in Bali this was far the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay over looking loads of animals. In an authentic Villa. Spent the whole day walking the safari park. Did the night safari. You have to do it to believe it. This place is so interactive with the animals.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magical experience! Worth every dollar.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of our favorite places we've ever stayed up. To wake up and see animals out of your balcony wow! We highly recommend staying here. Breakfast was good as well, and they made a lot of cute animal dishes. The only one bad thing we'd say is there were some ants in our room. However there were ants in all the rooms we stayed at in Bali. Please stay here, and book early as rooms can fill up
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alaska

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay for 2 nights the safari was pretty amazing I had alot of animals outside of my balcony doors! We did the cage feeding that night that was really nice to
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the animal outlook from our hotel room and the friendly staff. Also admired their knowledge of the animals and the genuine way they cared for them.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room with ability to feed the animals from our balcony
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

Absolutely Amazing

Absolutely amazing! Highly recommend. No negatives except maybe bed very hard but was inly 2 nights so ok. Must do!!!
Breakfast with the giraffes
4x4 jeep safari with feeding
From our room balcony (Twiga-upstairs)
From our balcony
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful experience, to sit on your veranda and watch Giraffes, Rhinos and Wildebeests, and feel completely safe. The room was lovely, and easy access to the Safari Park, and all it had to offer, with the cost already built into the cost of the accommodation for most things. Will easily stay there again, and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024