10/10 Excellent
Linda
1 Jan 2025
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Linda
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Karen Blixen Camp
3.5 star property
Game drives bring travelers face-to-face with wildlife near the Mara River, while the spa offers a perfect place to unwind after adventures
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Karen Blixen Camp, near the scenic Mara River, offers a peaceful base for exploration. Start your day with an English breakfast before wildlife viewing or relaxing by the outdoor pool. Enjoy practical amenities like free WiFi, luggage storage, and 24-hour front desk service.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Spa
- Free airport shuttle
- Pet-friendly
- Parking included
Room options
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Highlights
Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
- River view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed
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About the area
Maasai Mara is home to Karen Blixen Camp. Oloololo Gate and Musiara Gate are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Maasai Mara National Reserve and Mara North Conservancy. Visit our Maasai Mara travel guide
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C13, Mara North Conservancy, Maasai Mara, Narok Country, 00100
What's nearby
Mara North Conservancy1 min walk - 0.0 km
Mara Triangle34 min drive - 14.9 km
Maasai Mara National Reserve34 min drive - 15.3 km- Oloololo Gate34 min drive - 15.3 km
- Musiara Gate44 min drive - 16.4 km
Getting around
- Maasai Mara (KTJ-Kichwa Tembo)34 min drive
About this property
Karen Blixen Camp
Property highlights
You can look forward to free English breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and game and wildlife viewing at Karen Blixen Camp. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub or a hot stone massage at Karen Blixen Camp Spa, the on-site spa. In addition to a free daily manager's reception and a terrace, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
- An outdoor pool
- Free self-parking
- A safari, a front desk safe and massage treatment rooms
- Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Karen Blixen Camp have perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
- Partially open bathrooms with rainfall showers and shampoo
- Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and daily housekeeping
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- 24-hour free return airport shuttle
- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
- Free English breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
- Free daily manager's reception
Things to do
- Full-service spa
- Game viewing
- Outdoor pool
- Safari
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Full-service spa
- Body scrubs
- Couples treatment rooms
- Deep-tissue massages
- Facials
- Hot stone massages
- Manicures/pedicures
- Spa open daily
- Swedish massages
- Treatment room
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No lift
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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- Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Dressing gowns
- Hair dryer (on request)
- Partially-open bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Free bottled water
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- Desk
- Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10:00 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
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets stay for free
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Deposit: USD 600.0 per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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 and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 25 December
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 24 December
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 1 January
Property is also known as
Karen Blixen Camp Maasai Mara
Karen Blixen Camp Safari/Tentalow
Karen Blixen Camp Safari/Tentalow Maasai Mara
Frequently asked questions
Does Karen Blixen Camp have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Karen Blixen Camp pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Karen Blixen Camp?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Karen Blixen Camp?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Karen Blixen Camp?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Does Karen Blixen Camp provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.
Where is Karen Blixen Camp located?
Situated in Maasai Mara, this spa tentalow is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mara North Conservancy and Mara River. Mara Triangle and Oloololo Gate are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Reviews
Karen Blixen Camp Reviews
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