Ngorongoro Conservation Area - 11 min drive - 4.4 km
Lake Manyara National Park - 17 min drive - 14.7 km
Ngorongoro Crater - 47 min drive - 39.2 km
Lake Magadi - 104 min drive - 60.9 km
Getting around
Lake Manyara (LKY) - 17 min drive
Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 92.1 miles/148.2 km
Restaurants
Restaurant Simba Lodge - 11 min drive
Lilac Café - 9 min drive
Kona Mbulu Restaurant - 10 min drive
Jack's Pub - 10 min drive
Rhotia Coffee Corner - 11 min drive
About this property
Karatu Simba Lodge
At Karatu Simba Lodge, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
23 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 9 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (4 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Safari nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Sleep well
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for TZS 92.5 per day
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Simba Lodge
Karatu Simba
Karatu Simba Lodge Lodge
Karatu Simba Lodge Karatu
Karatu Simba Lodge Lodge Karatu
Frequently asked questions
Does Karatu Simba Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Karatu Simba Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Karatu Simba Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Karatu Simba Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Karatu Simba Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Karatu Simba Lodge?
Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 9 AM.
What is there to do at Karatu Simba Lodge and nearby?
Karatu Simba Lodge has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Karatu Simba Lodge?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers international cuisine.
Does Karatu Simba Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
Karatu Simba Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
24 Nov 2022
Clean and spacious accommodations set in a tranquil setting of farmland by the forest. Very kind and professional staff who took good care of us. The food was super delicious and generous.
Borany
Borany, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Oct 2019
Spectacular landscape and area, with beautiful sunset and sunrise. Close enough to Ngorongoro conserva
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Oct 2018
Nice, clean and with a simple but confortable style, good Food and very nice service in the restaurant.