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Mara River Lodge

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

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Lobby
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Lobby

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$352
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May

Explore the area

Map
Drive Lemek Conservancy, Maasai Mara, 100
  • Mara North Conservancy
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Oloololo Gate
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Maasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena)
    ‪100 min drive‬

Room options

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

Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

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

Highlights

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

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

Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

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

Highlights

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

About the area

Maasai Mara

A family-friendly stay in Maasai Mara awaits you at Mara River Lodge. You'll be 0.2 km (0.2 mi) from Mara River and 25.9 km (16.1 mi) from Maasai Mara National Reserve. Highlights at this lodge include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. The buffet restaurant, Main Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the lazy river, kids' club and pool loungers as well as access to a safari. A meeting room, a conference centre, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Maasai Mara lodge, you'll be 25.9 km (16.1 mi) from Musiara Gate and 26 km (16.1 mi) from Mara Triangle.
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What's nearby

  • Lemek Conservancy - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mara North Conservancy - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve - 59 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Musiara Gate - 59 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Oloololo Gate - 59 min drive - 29.7 km

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

Riverfront lodge with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
Mara River Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, a lazy river, and an outdoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Mara River Lodge. A free area shuttle within 1.00 km is available. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Maasai Mara lodge.

  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1988
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Mara River Lodge offers 78 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 1 km
  • Area shuttle
  • 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

  • Main Restaurant
  • 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 centre
  • Conference centre
  • 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 lift
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property is located in Lemek Conservancy, and park entrance fees are mandatory for all visitors. The listed "additional fee" covers Lemek Conservancy Park entrance tickets, valid for 24 hours from the time of issue. Guests must renew tickets on or before the expiration time as indicated on the ticket. Entry fees to the main reserve where game drives take place are not included in the Conservancy ticket. 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

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, cash, mobile payments and M-Pesa. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays 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 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

What is the cancellation policy at Mara River Lodge?

Mara River Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mara River Lodge?

As of 1 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mara River Lodge on 30 May 2025 start from AU$351.88, 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.

Is parking available at Mara River Lodge?

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

Is there a spa on site at Mara River Lodge?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Mara River Lodge. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments.

Does Mara River Lodge have a pool?

Mara River Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Mara River Lodge have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at Mara River Lodge?

Mara River Lodge features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants.

What makes Mara River Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and couples dining, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Mara River Lodge.

Is Mara River Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's club, supervised childcare and a playground, it's no surprise that Mara River Lodge is a hit with families.

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

No, Mara River Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mara River 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 Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Mara River Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Mara River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.0
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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

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 traveller

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.