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Karatu Tented Lodge

3.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3.5-star Lake Manyara National Park lodge

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Exterior
Front of property
Living area
Reception
Reception

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Karatu, Lake Manyara National Park, Arusha
  • Place, Ngorongoro Crater
  • Place, Lake Manyara National Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Manyara
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Manyara (LKY)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, bed sheets

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Family Bungalow, Non Smoking, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, bed sheets

Family Bungalow, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Lake Manyara National Park

In Lake Manyara National Park .Stay at this Lake Manyara National Park lodge and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Manyara National Park and 16 miles (25 km) of Lake Manyara. Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Magadi are also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Karatu Playground - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area - 18 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Lake Manyara National Park - 18 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Lake Manyara - 33 min drive - 15.3 miles

Getting around

  • Lake Manyara (LKY) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lilac Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ol Mesera - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kona Mbulu Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar | Gibb’s Farm - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Bump's Cafe - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Karatu Tented Lodge

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3.5-star Lake Manyara National Park 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 Lake Manyara National Park lodge.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is 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 bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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

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.

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.

  • 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

How close is Karatu Tented Lodge to the airport?

Karatu Tented Lodge is 6.9 mi (13-min drive) away from the Lake Manyara (LKY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karatu Tented Lodge on Oct 29, 2025 start from $128.57, excluding 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 an airport shuttle?

Karatu Tented Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 150 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Karatu Tented Lodge offer free breakfast?

Karatu Tented Lodge offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Karatu Tented Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Karatu Tented Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Karatu Tented Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Karatu Tented Lodge have a pool?

Karatu Tented Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Karatu Tented Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Karatu Tented Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Karatu Tented Lodge to downtown Lake Manyara National Park?

Karatu Tented Lodge is 14.9 mi away from Lake Manyara National Park.