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Lake Manyara Serena Safari

4.0 star property
Travelers discover serenity and adventure at this lakeside retreat, where game drives reveal wildlife treasures and peaceful relaxation awaits after each expedition

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Travelers find an upscale retreat at Lake Manyara Serena Safari, a serene lakeside base for game drives and wildlife encounters. Enjoy English breakfast, unwind at the poolside bar, and relax with massage services after your safari.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$348
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • Lake view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Arusha Region, Lake Manyara Serena Safari is on a lake. Karatu Playground is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Manyara National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Lake Manyara National Park travel guide
Map
Lake Manyara National Park, Lake Manyara National Park

What's nearby

  • An elephant and calf emerge from the bush and surprised us. A few moments after this photo was taken the mother charged us when the calf got to close to us! Definitely one of the scariest and most awe inspiring moments of the safari and a reminder to treat nature with the respect it deserves. #lifeatexpedia #elephant #safari #tanzania #africa
    Lake Manyara National Park
    7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • We were completely mesmerized by this sea of pelicans in Lake Manyara National Park. There were tens of thousands of them clustered together at the edge of the lake. We just sat and watched them for well over an hour. If only a photo could replicate the sounds these impressive birds were making!
    Lake Manyara
    21 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Karatu Playground
    32 min drive - 26.8 km

Getting around

  • Lake Manyara (LKY)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Kabisa
    12 min drive
  • Ol Mesera
    5 min drive
  • Pundamilia Bar
    19 min drive
  • Geneva Pub
    12 min drive
  • Turaco Pizza Point
    13 min drive

About this property

Lake Manyara Serena Safari

Upscale hotel by the lake
At Lake Manyara Serena Safari, you can look forward to free English breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a poolside bar. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with shopping on-site and a garden.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a front desk safe
  • Concierge services, smoke-free property and a banquet hall
  • A gift shop, coffee/tea in reception and meeting rooms
Room features
All 67 rooms offer comforts such as separate dining areas and bathrobes, as well as perks such as safes and WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Separate dining areas, childcare services and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 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
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 300000.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 12000 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TZS 6000 (one-way), (from 4 to 17 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TZS 300000.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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
Property Registration Number 16653

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Lake Manyara Serena
Lake Manyara Serena Safari
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Hotel
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Manyara Serena
Serena Lake Manyara
Serena Manyara
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Frequently asked questions

Does Lake Manyara Serena Safari have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Manyara Serena Safari?

As of 22 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Manyara Serena Safari on 5 Apr 2026 start from NZ$348, 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 Lake Manyara Serena Safari pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lake Manyara Serena Safari?

Lake Manyara Serena Safari doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Lake Manyara Serena Safari?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lake Manyara Serena Safari?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Lake Manyara Serena Safari provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of TZS 12000 per person applies.

Where is Lake Manyara Serena Safari located?

Situated on a lake, this hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Lake Manyara National Park and 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Karatu Playground is 13.3 mi (21.5 km) away.

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Reviews

Lake Manyara Serena Safari Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ramadhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staffs I met were very polite and helpful. The place is quiet and best for relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was exceptional except for your wireless internet connection
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Garlic Allergy

Although I had notified Serena Head office of my garlic allergy, Serena Lake Manyara. did not know on arrival. The chef prepared me a separate meal which was excellent. We were invited back for lunch on our return journey to prove that the food could be prepared. We were treated to a special location, excellent food to address the earlier problem. I cannot fault the staff in their desire to remedy the situation and give us a good experience overall.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MIKAEL

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

Allt bra

Fint läge, utmärkt boende och bra service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

がっかり

値段の割にファシリティが良くない。 部屋にはテレビ、冷蔵庫もないし、空調もない。小さい扇風機のみあるが、音がうるさくて眠れない。虫が入るので窓も開けられない。 ２泊したが、食事のメニューはほとんど同じなので連泊は微妙かも。 2階でも部屋からはマニャラ湖は木で全然見えない。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wir verbrachten mehrere Tage in diesem Hotel. Wir wurden vom Personal sehr gut umsorgt. Wir fühlten uns sofort wohl. Jeder Wunsch wurde erfüllt. Die Herzlichkeit und Freundlichkeit machen dieses Hotel zu einem Paradies. Unset Lieböingsplatz war am Swimmingpool. Der Ausblick auf den Lake Manyara ist beeindruckend! Vielen Dank dem Team auch für die Überraschung am letzten Abend. Wir wurden mit einem persönlichem Bufett mit Barbecue überrascht.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Good but food needs improvement

Overall the hotel and staff are good. The only thing i strongly reccommend them to work on is the food. Compared to other hotels in the area they are below average. This said, thw rooms were clean and service was good!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Food well below average
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Hard to make it great

It takes us an afternoon to fix a game drive in lake lanyard national park with or own car. The result was nice (after a lot of energy spent...)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Lovely view from the pool

Great staff, Nice ambience and very good entertainment though the rooms themselves do not compete with other lodges in the area. Bullfrogs near the restaurant and the infinity pool/bar area are highlights
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Classy Service and Staff

Very Good , Nice Staff , Nice Food , except a TV set & Wi Fi and Mini Fridge in Room , no Iron and Board in Room ,.... rest was all perfect
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Pas mal...

Bon séjour !
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marcelo

Great location but the hotel needs improvements

We think that the hotel is a little bit old, and, except for the bed, the room is not confortable.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nette Lodge - aber ....

Nette Lodge, netter Service und super Atmosphäre gepaart mit tollem Ausblick und schicken Häuschen! Aaaber: SCHWER zu finden! Wer "suchen" toll findet, ist hier bestens aufgehoben! ... Kleiner Tipp: Einfahrt am Airport wählen und sich nicht verwirren lassen von nicht vorhandenen Wegen!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019