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Salt Lick Safari Lodge

4.0 star property

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, rollaway beds
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is AU$439
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June

Explore the area

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Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, adjcnt to Tsavo West National Park, Taita Hills, 80300
  • Place, Taita Taveta University
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Tsavo East National Park Entrance
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Ngutuni Wildlife Conservancy
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with a large bed, a window with curtains, a painting of an elephant, and a view of wildlife outside.

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, rollaway beds

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, rollaway beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Water view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Taita Hills

At Salt Lick Safari Lodge, you'll be 27.9 km (17.3 mi) from Tsavo West National Park and 30.6 km (19 mi) from Taita Taveta University. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Bura Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Vura Bar and Lounge is the hotel's own cocktail bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Taita Hills hotel, you'll be 35 km (21.8 mi) from Moi District Hospital and 39.7 km (24.6 mi) from Tsavo East National Park.

What's nearby

  • Taita Taveta University - 39 min drive - 39.6 km
  • Tsavo East National Park Entrance - 55 min drive - 52.0 km
  • Ngutuni Wildlife Conservancy - 58 min drive - 58.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Lick Restaurant - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Chala Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Montana Pub - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Fly-Over - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Treetops Hotel - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Salt Lick Safari Lodge

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Salt Lick Safari Lodge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Taita Hills hotel.

  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Salt Lick Safari Lodge offers 96 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hairdryers. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bura Restaurant
  • Vura Bar and Lounge

Things to do

  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property 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 Salt Lick Safari Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 5 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 119 per night.
  • 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 119 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 5 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Salt Lick Lodge
Sarova Salt Lick
Sarova Salt Lick Game
Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge Taita Hills
Sarova Salt Lick Game Taita Hills
Sarova Salt Lick Lodge
Sarova Salt Lick Game Hotel Tsavo National Park West
Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge
Salt Lick Safari Lodge Hotel
Salt Lick Safari Lodge Taita Hills
Salt Lick Safari Lodge Hotel Taita Hills

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Salt Lick Safari Lodge?

Salt Lick Safari Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Salt Lick Safari Lodge?

As of 22 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salt Lick Safari Lodge on 23 June 2026 start from AU$439, 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 Salt Lick Safari Lodge?

Yep, Salt Lick Safari Lodge has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

What makes Salt Lick Safari Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Salt Lick Safari Lodge.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Salt Lick Safari Lodge?

No, Salt Lick Safari Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Salt Lick Safari Lodge?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Salt Lick Safari Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Salt Lick Safari Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Salt Lick Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was exceptional especially the staff and the service that they provided to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place, you don’t need to go for a game drive the game drive will come to you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lars

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

Stay at Saltlick

Absolutely gorgeous place to see animals without leaving lodge
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As advertised, amazing views. Definitely worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived at Salt Lick Safari Resort, we knew we were in for something special. Checking in and immediately seeing an elephant drinking water up close was a moment of true healing and set the tone for our entire stay. The grounds of the resort are gorgeous, and our room had an amazing view of the watering hole, providing constant wildlife viewing right from our balcony. The staff were super friendly and incredibly accommodating throughout our visit. We enjoyed several game drives, but the Bushdown Dinner was the greatest experience of my life! Being warmly greeted by a local tribe and burning a lot of calories dancing was unforgettable. Overall, I highly recommend Salt Lick Safari Resort, especially if you want the chance to see animals up close and personal. It's a truly unique and unforgettable escape.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a fantastic holiday..I had a chance to see all the wild animals around the hotel..the staff was friendly, rooms were clean, the hotel has a spectacular view to observe the wild animals.But the most annoying thing we were asked to pay the parking fee. Parking fee isn’t mentioned anywhere while booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Well Worth The Drive

The experience was better than anticipated. We hired a car and drove from Mombasa which allowed us to drive around the sanctuary at will. It wasn’t long before we met a herd of zebras and thereafter animals were to be found around every turn. The organised game drive was also fantastic experience; it was possible to get very close to the wildlife including elephants. Each day buffalo and elephants came to drink at the hotel’s waterhole which when viewed from the hotel’s underground hide made for some spectacular photos.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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

Magical

This place is amazing, enchanting and magical. I saw everything except a leopard, hippo and rhino. I felt like I was in a movie! The experience surpasses your expectations, lots of value for your money. I met a great tour guide in Mombasa that drove me there and was attentative, informative and professional. His name is Peter Tolle +254 725 220013 and he is ready to do the same for others. You can mention my name (Leslie) for extra perks :).
Taita Hills exterior
Salt lick rooms
Waterhole where the animals come to drink water.
Sunrise
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the most extraordinary accommodation I’ve ever stayed at. The room it self was standard, it was very clean a good amount of space, the nets were a great addition and needed, and the turn down service was great. But the views the views the views are phenomenal and the service was exceptional. I had an elephant walk directly under my window my first night. While I didn’t see any other elephants come down to the hotel, I saw more than I could have asked for during the game drives - they are a must. I did a morning and an afternoon game drive and they were both spectacular in different ways. From my pick up at Voi train station to my drop off, I had an absolutely amazing time. This was truly a trip of a lifetime. I want to give a special shout out to the truly amazing staff. Everyone was so nice and accommodating and took special care of me as a solo traveler. Thank you to Nicodeums for being an amazing game driver, taking extra time and caution to make sure I saw everything there was to be seen. Thank you to Rose for your attentiveness, laugher, and beautiful smile. I have much more I could say about how wonderful everyone was, but for brevity, thank you to Patterson, Naomi, Christine, Josiah, Samuel, Harrison, Sylvia, Shedrack, and Chef Agnes. You all make me want to come back again and again and again. My only complaint is that I could not do some activities because they required a minimum of 6 people, but it’s not their fault I came alone. Just something to note.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luiz P O

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

Experiência incrível!

Eu e o meu esposo nos hospedamos por três noites. Foi uma experiencia incrível! Tudo lindo, limpo, a comida deliciosa e a experiência de ver os animais de perto é demais!! A equipe de funcionários super simpática e atenciosa. Quero validar principalmente o time da cozinha tanto os chefes quanto os garçons. Não consegui pegar o nome de todos, mas gratidão mais uma vez Patterson, Harrison, Isaac, Zedrick, Crescencia, Fred, Ali, James, segurança Grace e parceiro, motoristas Nicodemos e Mjomba.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lodge liegt wunderschön im Nationalpark Taita Hills, doch leider waren nicht sehr viele Tiere beim Wasserloch zu sehen, da es erst kurz davor geregnet hat im anderen Teil des Parks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing destination, especially since it was designed in 1964 and yet has a timeless feel of both unique and functional appeal. All that said the friendly staff was the BEST! We love you Kenyans
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina

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

Fascinating Place in the wild!!!!

The stay was amazing with friendly staff and great food done to our request! A great worker Nicholas made sure we were well served and the Chef ensured we got our special diet done.....i would recommend anyone to visit the place it is fascinating ! we truly enjoyed our stay very good though some clintes were noisy ....
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bjorn

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

Great safari location

Fantastic location, lots of animals around
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
tres atypique et original hotel - Accueil soigne -
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Petro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spend two nights and you’ll love it. Guests are very well looked after.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Le cadre; la nourriture; la propreté. Très beau longe bien situé.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Come once and expect a return visit.

Facility, staff, and overall location was divine. Staff always with a smile and customer service beyond this world. Maintenance of the facilities seemed to be a priority as well. The food was always delicious. The views were better than lion king movie. Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

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

Animals at your doorstep!!

This place is AMAZING! You don’t even need to go on a safari all the animals come to you and drink from the watering hole at the hotel!!! You can spend your whole day watching them or go on a safari and see all the others all right in the park! Very cool place! Only thing would be better if it was all- inclusive as only got a bottle of water in room and no where else to get it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Viewing the animals at the watering hole was fantastic. It provided hours of entertainment everyday.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Partiamo dalle stelle: 5 Di 5 hotel visitati in safari in kenya questo era l’unico 5 stelle, il più costoso per notte, ed è risultato alla fine il peggiore. Pulizia pessima: abbiamo cambiato la camera 3 volte (la prima avevamo un nido di rondini in camera e la finestra piena Zeppa di piume, la seconda era di livello inferiore) e nonostante questo, la terza presentava comunque sporcizia e insetti. La location, Unica nel suo genere, indubbiamente fa si che gli insetti siano presenti. Tuttavia, ancora una volta, questa è l’unica struttura in cui abbiamo constatato bassissimi standard di pulizia e la presenza di insetti all’interno della camera ancora prima del nostro arrivo. Asciugamani sporchi: abbiamo gettato sul pavimento al nostro arrivo un asciugamano che presentava macchie e tracce di insetto, abbiamo in seguito ritrovato l’asciugamano al suo posto. Reception inutile: non hanno saputo rispondere alle sollecitate richieste di una camera con maggiore pulizia. Inoltre, il personale si aspettava mancia per aver spostato le valigie a seguito di un cambio camera... In compenso location spettacolare e struttura architettonicamente unica. si salvano anche la cortesia e la professionalità dei ragazzi del bar e del ristorante. Tuttavia, il servizio e la pulìzia sono rimasti agli anni 70 (1973) quando è stata aperta la struttura.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Ein Traum für alle Safari- und Tierliebhaber

Eine einzigartige Lodge im Nationalpark Tsavo West, Taita Hills & Salt Lick Game Lodge... Pool gibt es nur bei der Taita Lodge, dafür kommen alle möglichen Tiere zum Wasserloch bei der Salt Lick vorbei... Das Essen ist gut, wer länger als ein paar Tage bleibt, vermisst ggf etwas Abwechslung... Das Personal ist äusserst freundlich und hilfsbereit, ganz grosse Klasse!!! Asanti sana for the great time!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Elaine

The lodge is unique in style but lacking in cleanliness.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful scenery

Beautiful scenery very friendly and helpful staff. But very expensive for what they offer. All inclusive but we still have to pay extra for the drinks regardless of whether it was alcoholic or not.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017