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Mara River Lodge

4.0 star property
Escape to a tranquil haven where art meets nature. Indulge your senses with international flavors and rejuvenate by the lazy river.

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Located near Mara River, Mara River Lodge offers a serene retreat with an art gallery and daily manager's reception. Unwind by the outdoor pool or explore international cuisine at one of the two on-site restaurants. The lodge also features a spa for rejuvenation, free WiFi in public areas, and plenty of space for kids to play in the garden playground.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
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About this property

Mara River Lodge

  • Upscale family-friendly lodge near Mara River
  • You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and an art gallery on-site at Mara River Lodge. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a facial or a massage at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
  • Other perks at this lodge include:
    • An outdoor pool, along with a lazy river and sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • A free local area shuttle, a safari and supervised childcare (surcharge)
    • Coffee/tea in reception, luggage storage and a banquet hall
  • Room features
  • All 78 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as perks such as sound-insulated walls and free bottled water.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Balconies, a personal chef and daily housekeeping

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located in Lemek Conservancy, and park entrance fees are mandatory for all visitors. The listed "additional fee" covers Lemek Conservancy Park entrance tickets, valid for 24 hours from the time of issue. Guests must renew tickets on or before the expiration time as indicated on the ticket. Entry fees to the main reserve where game drives take place are not included in the Conservancy ticket. Guests who wish to visit the main reserve for Game Drives will be required to pay a park entry fee of USD 80 per adult and USD 45 per child aged 3-11 at the gate.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 19 January 2026 to 30 June 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Mara River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mara River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mara River Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mara River Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Mara River Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Mara River Lodge located?

This family-friendly Maasai Mara lodge is located near the airport, 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Mara River, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Maasai Mara National Reserve and Musiara Gate. Mara Triangle and Oloololo Gate are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

6.0

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

6.8

Staff & service

7.4

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

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Lisa waddle

Disliked: Staff & service

Good enough for the price.

They catered to the Chinese people. The lodge was ok. The rooms were ok. Not well maintained. Turned electric off most of the time. Location was fabulous. I have been to Kenya many times and this is the nicest location I've encountered. It is on the Mara river. Many hippos monkeys baboons and crocks. It is a one hour drive to Masai Mara but the conservative was nice for safari. The safari vehicles are not very well maintained and we broke down or had a flat tire every day. It is a good value as it is not as expensive as most, but you sacrifice luxury. They ran out of meat every meal and the selection was not to the taste of Americans. It is an option, depending on what you require in a safari
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

ATSUKO

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

野性のカバとスタッフに癒されるロッジ！

マラ川に沿って建っていて一日中野性のカバが見られるので決めました。 夜もカバが聞いたことの無い声で鳴いていて笑えました。 食事は3回ともコースで沢山出ました。 スタッフもとても親切で楽しく過ごせました。 ただ、野性動物優先で大切にしているので良いのですが、カバが敷地に入ってこないように電線が張り巡らされていて、夜もカバを見られるようにライトアップがあります。 自家発電なので人に回る？電気が少なく１日のうち4時間半しか電気がつかなかったのは不便でした。 ネットは全く使えなかったので知り合いが生きてるの？って国際電話をかけてきました。 せめて夕方から夜には電気が欲しいです。
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Zu viel ist zu viel

Die Angestellten waren zu aufdringlich: Getränke, Massage, Geschenkeshop. Man hatte das Gefühl, jeder möchte einem nur das Geld aus der Tasche ziehen. Die Eintrittsgebühren zum Park pro Person und Tag als Kleingedruckte Nebenkosten zu deklarieren ist schäbig. Never ever. Fehlendes Rückgeld ist auch ein Klassiker.