Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

4.0 star property
4-star Colonial hotel near Chyulu Gate

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Lobby sitting area
Creator video
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, rollaway beds
Exterior detail
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Tsavo West National Park, P.O. Box 48690, Tsavo
  • Place, Chyulu Gate
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Mzima Springs
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Tsavo West National Park
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 280 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Tsavo

In historical district.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Chyulu Gate and 9 miles (15 km) of Mzima Springs. Tsavo West National Park is 14.8 mi (23.8 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Chyulu Gate - 15 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Shetani Lava Flow - 24 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Mzima Springs - 28 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Poacher's Lookout - 33 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Tsavo West National Park - 60 min drive - 18.7 miles

Getting around

  • Mtito Andei Station - 60 min drive

About this property

Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

4-star Colonial hotel near Chyulu Gate
Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Business amenities include a business center and 2 meeting rooms. Spa services, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request), a train station pick-up service, and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Tsavo hotel.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1976
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge offers 56 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM on request
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from noon to 6:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 75 percent of room rate

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (6:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 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
This property is located in Tsavo West National Park. The listed 'additional' mandatory fee comprises the additional mandatory park entry fee, collected at the main entrance of the park.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from August 8 2025 to December 22 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 160.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Additional fee: USD 52 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

This property is located in Tsavo West National Park. The listed 'additional' mandatory fee comprises the additional mandatory park entry fee, collected at the main entrance of the park.

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 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out fee: 75 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 160.0 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and M-Pesa. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 7997

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge to the airport?

Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge is 157.4 mi (312-min drive) away from the Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge on Nov 9, 2025 start from $282.49, 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 Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge offers an airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, on request, for a charge of USD 250. per vehicle, one-way.

Does Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge offer free breakfast?

Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge have a pool?

Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. The property will be renovating the pool from August 8 2025 to December 22 2025 (completion date subject to change).

Does Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer facials, Swedish massages, and body scrubs.

How close is Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge to downtown Tsavo?

Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge is 28.3 mi away from Tsavo.