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A luxurious outdoor villa with a swimming pool, wooden deck, and comfortable seating areas.

An outdoor dining area with a round table set for six, surrounded by chairs, under string lights.

A luxurious outdoor pool area with wooden deck seating and a view of a river.

A large, circular building complex with multiple dining areas and a central pool, surrounded by lush greenery and open fields.

1. The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp

1.8 km from Mara River

"素晴らしい体験ができました。オールインであり、ゲームドライブ等のスケジュールも決めていただいているので効率よくサファリ体験ができました。シャワーのお湯が38℃までしか出ないのが残念ですが、それ以外は本当に素晴らしいホスピタリティを経験することができました。また訪れたいと思います。ありがとうございました。"

SHUJI

NZ$8,015

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A tented accommodation with a wooden deck, a dining area, and a sign reading "KAZURI".

A tent with a dining area, wooden furniture, and a view of the landscape.

An open-plan lounge with a thatched roof, wicker furniture, and hanging light fixtures.

A gazebo-style structure with multiple seating areas and hanging lights, surrounded by trees.

2. Mara Major Camp

18.3 km from Mara River

Pouya

NZ$1,737

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A room with two beds, each with a canopy. The room has wooden flooring and large windows.

A swimming pool surrounded by trees, with a lifeguard chair and a sign indicating the pool's depth.

A large herd of wildebeests and zebras crossing a river.

A single-story tent-style building with a pitched roof, surrounded by tall grass and trees.

3. Mara Intrepids Tented Camp

17.7 km from Mara River

Zijie

NZ$935

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A tented room with a bed, a table with a lamp, and a chair.

A wooden table with chairs, a lamp, and a laptop in a room with large windows and curtains.

A poolside dining area with a table set for a meal, surrounded by candles and a large metal bowl.

A room with a wooden floor, a sofa with cushions, a small table, and a chair. There are large windows with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

4. Ashnil Mara Camp

9.4 km from Mara River

Anuja

NZ$1,170

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows offering a view of the landscape, and a unique ceiling design.

A terrace with outdoor seating and a panoramic view of a landscape.

A gym with exercise equipment and a large window overlooking a scenic landscape.

A restaurant with a unique interior featuring a large archway, hanging decorations, and a central bar area.

5. Mara Serena Safari Lodge

16 km from Mara River

Vanessa

NZ$1,168

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a fire pit, overlooking a savannah landscape.

An open courtyard with a covered seating area, concrete flooring, and potted plants.

A tented room with a wooden bed, a small table with fruit, a mirror, and a window overlooking greenery.

A compact, well-lit bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower area, featuring a wooden floor and orange curtains.

6. Basecamp Masai Mara

24.1 km from Mara River

"Absolutely loved our time at Basecamp. The location is perfect, at the edge of the Masai Mara, we heard the lions at night, while sleeping. The staff all of them, were so friendly and helpful from the front staff to the night guards. Camp on a river, so you see the animals come for water, open view to see them roaming across the river! Perfect setting! So peaceful! The best cook Enoc! You don't want to miss his food! We booked 2 nights and ended up staying three! Loved the Masai Mara,...

Louis

NZ$1,317

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor deck with seating and a fire pit, overlooking a savannah landscape at night.

Two dome-shaped buildings in a lush, green landscape with a clear sky.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a view of a natural landscape.

A spacious room with a large window, a dining table, and a sofa.

7. Mahali Mzuri

38.1 km from Mara River

Trinh

NZ$5,027

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A wooden deck with a folding chair and a small table with a bowl and a plate.

A wooden sofa with patterned cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a woven rug.

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, covered by a large tent.

A tent-style room with a bed, a small table, and a chair.

8. Julia's River Camp

21.4 km from Mara River

Yifeng

NZ$1,087

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, a mirror, and a television.

A dining area with round tables covered in blue tablecloths, wooden chairs, and a central table with a placemat.

A bed with a brown headboard, white pillows, and a patterned blanket.

A room with two beds, one with a patterned bedspread and the other with a plain white bedspread. There is a window with curtains, a small table, and a patterned rug on the floor.

9. KIFA BEST POINT HOTEL

75.6 km from Mara River

Susan

NZ$119

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A wooden bridge with railings and lanterns, surrounded by lush greenery.

A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a mirror, a towel rack, and a small table with toiletries.

A pool area with stone flooring, a couple sitting by the pool, and surrounding greenery.

A wooden deck with a view of a river, surrounded by lush greenery.

10. Fairmont Mara Safari Club

54.6 km from Mara River

Ashif

NZ$2,487

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A fire pit with chairs arranged around it, set against a backdrop of a vast landscape.

A swimming pool with a stone deck, surrounded by lounge chairs and a wooden fence.

A four-poster canopy bed with a wooden headboard, a wooden bench, a small table, and a lamp.

A cozy lounge area with a bar, wooden furniture, and a decorative ceiling.

11. MARA MAISHA CAMP

24.6 km from Mara River

Sharon

NZ$588

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a scenic view.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a framed portrait above it, and a comfortable sofa with a table in front.

A spacious room with a thatched roof, stone flooring, and comfortable seating.

12. enchipai Mara Luxury Camp

35 km from Mara River

Danko

NZ$1,843

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by natural scenery and evening lighting.

A cozy tented accommodation with a bed, a wooden side table with glasses of red wine, and a small table with a woven basket.

A tented room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

13. Kandili Camps

35.4 km from Mara River

Katie

NZ$875

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rustic wooden structure with a thatched roof, stone flooring, and a bed with a canopy.

A room with a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, a bedside table with a handbag, and a bed with white curtains.

A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a stone wall, and a thatched roof.

A restaurant with a high, wooden ceiling and hanging lights. Tables are set with plates and cutlery.

14. Fig Tree Camp

22.8 km from Mara River

james

NZ$413

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A stone building with a tiled roof, a covered patio with a table and chairs, and a red checkered tablecloth on the ground.

A group of people dining at a table with a plaid tablecloth. The room has a rustic appearance with a thatched roof and wicker chairs.

A stone building with a partially open door and a visible window.

A single bed with a mosquito net, a window with bars, and a plain wall.

15. Leruk Guest House

17 km from Mara River

JENNIFER

NZ$278

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a globe and book, and a view of the outdoors.

A safari lodge with a conical roof, surrounded by tall grass and trees, overlooking a distant landscape.

A table set for a meal with a lantern and two glasses of wine, set against a blurred natural background.

A tented room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a chair.

16. Aurari Camp

15.6 km from Mara River

Gita

NZ$3,456

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A stone pathway leading to two glass-roofed cabins surrounded by trees.

A tented room with wooden furniture, including a sofa and chairs, and a table.

A tented accommodation with a covered porch, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.

A four-poster canopy bed with a wooden bench in front, a wooden desk, and a view of the outdoors through the tent's entrance.

17. Lorian Safari Camp

23.9 km from Mara River

Akshaya

NZ$1,695

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A tented room with a bed, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A cabin with a deck, surrounded by dense forest and a river.

A stone pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a pergola, set in a wooded area.

A tent with a wooden deck, two rocking chairs, and a view of a green landscape.

18. Karen Blixen Camp

40.1 km from Mara River

Linda

NZ$2,862

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a thatched roof and multiple windows, surrounded by a paved area with chairs and a potted plant.

A house with a thatched roof, surrounded by a grassy field and dense shrubbery.

A person in traditional attire standing in a grassy field with elephants in the background.

A white plate with a layered avocado and tomato salad on a granite countertop.

19. Sarabi Wild Masai MAra

49.8 km from Mara River

NZ$841

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A stone building with multiple arched openings, illuminated by warm lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, and a large window with curtains.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a long bench seating area, and hanging pendant lights.

A dining area with a table set for two, wooden chairs, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

20. Mara Sun Lodge

26.7 km from Mara River

NZ$499

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Mara River

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp	10.0 Exceptional 1 review	View
Mara Major Camp	10.0 Exceptional 20 reviews	View
Mara Intrepids Tented Camp	9.6 Exceptional 60 reviews	View
Ashnil Mara Camp	9.2 Wonderful 18 reviews	View
Mara Serena Safari Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 57 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Mara River

Ashnil Mara Camp

Maasai Mara

NZ$1,170

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

Mara Intrepids Tented Camp

Maasai Mara

NZ$935

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Maasai Mara

NZ$1,168

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A pool area with stone flooring, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A spacious dining area with stone flooring, wooden tables and chairs, and pendant lighting.

A tented room with a bed, canopy, and a small table with a book.

Mara Big Five Lodge

Maasai Mara

NZ$891

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

enchipai Mara Luxury Camp

Maasai Mara

NZ$1,843

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

Mahali Mzuri

Maasai Mara

NZ$5,027

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

Fairmont Mara Safari Club

Maasai Mara

NZ$2,487

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

Fig Tree Camp

Maasai Mara

NZ$413

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

Top Mara River Hotel Reviews

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location, The staff makes you feel valued and welcome"

Mara Intrepids Tented Camp

10/10 Excellent

"Great, everything is great, just book"

Julia's River Camp

10/10 Excellent

"Like it"

Mara Major Camp

10/10 Excellent

"Without a doubt, one of the best camps I have ever stayed at! Mara Major camp made our visit to the Masai Mara as special and unforgettable as it could be. It’s a unique ecolodge that works closely with the Maasai community, making your stay meaningful and allowing you to directly support the local community. Another highlight is that the guides are Maasai, and their incredible knowledge of the land and animal behavior leads to unforgettable wildlife encounters. The game drives were truly as good as it gets! A special shoutout to our guide, Sam, who was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and passionate. He went above and beyond every single day to make sure we saw the things we wanted and made our experience truly exceptional. I cannot recommend Mara Major camp enough. If you’re visiting the Masai Mara, this is the place to stay!"

MARA MAISHA CAMP

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was extremely pleasant especially Anne, Cate and Duncan. Making sure we were always taken care of!"

Other attractions near Mara River

A herd of wildebeests crossing a riverbank.

Mara Triangle

You can take time to visit Mara Triangle during your travels to Maasai Mara. You can seek out the area's safari tours and campsites.

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A herd of wildebeests wading through a turbulent river.

Northern Serengeti

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Northern Serengeti during your travels to Serengeti.

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Purungat Bridge Gate

Purungat Bridge Gate is just one of the places to see in Maasai Mara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can seek out the area's safari tours and campsites.

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Talek Gate

Explore the great outdoors at Talek Gate, a lovely green space in Talek. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area.

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Sand River Gate

Explore the great outdoors at Sand River Gate, a lovely green space in Maasai Mara. You can seek out the area's safari tours and campsites.

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Bologonya Gate

Explore the great outdoors at Bologonya Gate, a lovely green space in Serengeti.

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Musiara Gate

9.4/10 (11 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Musiara Gate, a lovely green space in Maasai Mara. You can seek out the area's safari tours and campsites.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mara River?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Mara River, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travellers like the surrounding area for its ecotours and kitesurfing.

Where is the best place to stay near Mara River?

The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and private plunge pools. It's located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Mara River. Other good options in the area include Ashnil Mara Camp and Surana Mara Camp.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mara River, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Mara River.

Top Hotels Near Mara River in from NZ$119

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Our top choices for Mara River hotels

1. The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp

2. Mara Major Camp

3. Mara Intrepids Tented Camp

4. Ashnil Mara Camp

5. Mara Serena Safari Lodge

6. Basecamp Masai Mara

7. Mahali Mzuri

8. Julia's River Camp

9. KIFA BEST POINT HOTEL

10. Fairmont Mara Safari Club

11. MARA MAISHA CAMP

12. enchipai Mara Luxury Camp

13. Kandili Camps

14. Fig Tree Camp

15. Leruk Guest House

16. Aurari Camp

17. Lorian Safari Camp

18. Karen Blixen Camp

19. Sarabi Wild Masai MAra

20. Mara Sun Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to Mara River

Hotels recommended for families near Mara River

Ashnil Mara Camp

Mara Intrepids Tented Camp

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Mara Big Five Lodge

enchipai Mara Luxury Camp

Mahali Mzuri

Fairmont Mara Safari Club

Fig Tree Camp

Top Mara River Hotel Reviews

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Mara Intrepids Tented Camp

Julia's River Camp

Mara Major Camp

MARA MAISHA CAMP

Other attractions near Mara River

Mara Triangle

Northern Serengeti

Purungat Bridge Gate

Talek Gate

Sand River Gate

Bologonya Gate

Musiara Gate

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