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Karatu Tented Lodge

3.5 star property

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Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
The current price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr

Explore the area

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Karatu, Lake Manyara National Park, Arusha
  • Place, Karatu Playground
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Manyara National Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Manyara (LKY)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Family Bungalow, Non Smoking, Garden View

Family Bungalow, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Lake Manyara National Park

At Karatu Tented Lodge, you'll be 12.4 km (7.7 mi) from Lake Manyara National Park and 21.6 km (13.4 mi) from Lake Manyara. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights in the region of this 3.5-property class lodge include Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Magadi.
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What's nearby

  • Karatu Playground - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area - 18 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Lake Manyara National Park - 18 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Lake Manyara - 33 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

  • Lake Manyara (LKY) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lilac Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ol Mesera - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Patamu lodge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kwa Msafiri - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rhotia Coffee Cornet - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Karatu Tented Lodge

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Karatu Tented Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star lodge.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Karatu Tented Lodge offers 20 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Karatu Tented Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 60.0 per day.

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 150 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 60.0 per day

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, 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, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Karatu Tented Lodge Lodge
Karatu Tented Lodge Lake Manyara National Park
Karatu Tented Lodge Lodge Lake Manyara National Park

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Karatu Tented Lodge?

Yep, Karatu Tented Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Karatu Tented Lodge?

As of 23 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karatu Tented Lodge on 2 Apr 2026 start from AU$229, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Karatu Tented Lodge have a pool?

Karatu Tented Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Karatu Tented Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Karatu Tented Lodge.

Does Karatu Tented Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary continental breakfast is available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Karatu Tented Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Karatu Tented Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Karatu Tented Lodge?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Karatu Tented Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Karatu Tented Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 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

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Supremely clean, extremely well- appointed rooms/tents, the food was superb and the staff beyond friendy and professional! Specifically wanted to mention nBaraka who helped us with rental car issues and advocated for us constantly. Also he was instrumental in helping us get our permits for Ngorongoro Crater and Olduvai Gorge. As well, Mariam was the kindest person- always greeting us with a smile and going out of her way to help us with any need. The cuisine was five star! Throughout our stay, we were treated like family! Would absolutely recommend the lodge with it hesitation!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

HYUNG SUK

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Unexpected Paradise in Harsh Arusha.

This place was a special place for us. The team at Karatu really were special who did out of their way to provide for us when there were issues, and when the first room seemed to have issues (shower drainage, bee hive on the roof, urine smell) they quickly changed the room to a better closer room, and always were helpful in arranging or finding different solutions for transportation issues etc. The place is located 2 hours from Arusha, and around 30 mins from the main gate for Ngorongoro crater. It's right by the main road, so it's not hard to be dropped off or be picked up. However it has no main signage outside so it can be missed when arriving at night. The staff were really welcoming even though we arrived past 2100 the first night. The assistant manager Nassary and staff Christina were really the stars of the show for us. From our entire 2 weeks Kenya-Tanzania-Zanzibar trip, Karatu stands out from a peaceful quiet place we still talk about. The food isn't stellar, and the quality isn't anything to write home about, but they provide basic necessities and do make sure that you get your lunch boxes (even providing for drivers etc). and breakfasts if you leave early for a tour etc. There are equipment issues, the tent window velcro is old so some rooms will have issues of completely seal, or the shower booth is placed on wooden planks, making drainage hard. However, for the price. The place is a steal. Safari beer and liquor is cheap here (USD 3) compared to other hotels!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and beautiful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a cosy place and its convenient to access the lodge, as it just off the main road. They are also very eco aware and do their best to upcycle things. The staff, in particular Marcus, was fantastic at ensuring that we had everything we needed. The lunchbox we better than average and it was good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a hard time finding the lodge. Apparently it is a new place and even the other lodges didn't know about it. When we did the booking the map showed the lodge in Karatu. The address in the confirmation was in Karatu. Google maps showed the lodge in Karatu, (where the Flamingo lodge was). Even the name is Karatu tented lodge. But the lodge was somewhere else. Further down the road. Didn't have a sign outside! I hope the location problem is solved in the Expedia system. The above was Expedia problem. When we arrived they greeted us with such joy we forgot all the problems we had. Great people. We had a very nice dinner and very nice breakfast with a nice view. The premises is very nice. The tent needs a bit improvement. It was a cold night and inside the tent was a bit cold too. I do recommend the place. If we go back we will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

GUILLERMO

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023