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Karatu Simba Lodge

3.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3.5-star Karatu lodge

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Outdoor pool
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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Rhotia Valley Road, Karatu
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Karatu Playground
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Lake Manyara (LKY)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Tent | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Comfort Tent

  • 269 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Karatu

In Karatu .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Ngorongoro Conservation Area and 6 miles (10 km) of Karatu Playground with a stay here. Lake Manyara National Park is within 9 miles (15 km) and Lake Manyara is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Karatu Playground - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area - 18 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Lake Manyara National Park - 22 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Lake Manyara - 36 min drive - 16.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lake Manyara (LKY) - 17 min drive

About this property

Karatu Simba Lodge

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3.5-star Karatu lodge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Karatu Simba Lodge. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Karatu Simba Lodge offers 23 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include showers. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 92.5 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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: TZS 92.5 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
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
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 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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Children 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Simba Lodge
Karatu Simba
Karatu Simba Lodge Lodge
Karatu Simba Lodge Karatu
Karatu Simba Lodge Lodge Karatu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Karatu Simba Lodge to the airport?

Karatu Simba Lodge is 8.5 mi (17-min drive) away from the Lake Manyara (LKY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Karatu Simba Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Karatu Simba Lodge.

Does Karatu Simba Lodge offer free breakfast?

Karatu Simba Lodge offers free full breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Karatu Simba Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Karatu Simba Lodge?

Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at Karatu Simba Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Karatu Simba Lodge have a pool?

Karatu Simba Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Karatu Simba Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Karatu Simba Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Karatu Simba Lodge to downtown Karatu?

Karatu Simba Lodge is 5 mi away from Karatu.

Karatu Simba Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Borany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious accommodations set in a tranquil setting of farmland by the forest. Very kind and professional staff who took good care of us. The food was super delicious and generous.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular landscape and area, with beautiful sunset and sunrise. Close enough to Ngorongoro conserva
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, clean and with a simple but confortable style, good Food and very nice service in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018