Hotels & Lodges

Kenya offers the traveller a wide range of accommodation options.

Your choice of accommodation for your stay in Kenya should be dictated by your personal travel budget, but also by your own interests. For some people, sleeping under canvas in the Kenyan bush, by an open fire and surrounded by the spectacular night noises of wild animals, is a once in a life time experience that has greater value than the most costly hotel or lodge.

For others, the experience of enjoying unparalleled luxury, fine cuisine and world class service while surrounded by the wonders of the wild makes Kenya the ultimate destination.

Whether you're looking to rough it or relax in style, Kenya can cater for every taste, budget and personal interest.



The main hotels and lodges in Kenya are as outlined below:

Tsavo East

Galdessa Camp*****
Galdessa

Galdessa Safari Camp lies on the banks of the Tana river, shaded by doum palms, a haven in the hot dry country side. The tents have running water and flush toilets, but guests are treated to a proper safari bucket shower. Three of the tents have have their own private sitting rooms. Gourmet meals are served under the stars, on the banks of the river, or as a surprise in the bush.

Facilities:
Air strip,Bird watching,Game viewing,Night game drives,Swimming pool,Walking

Kilalinda Lodge*****
Kitalinda

Kilalinda is hidden away in the acacias on the banks of the Athi River. Each guest room is uniquely decorated, with earthern walls and olive pillars, giant four-poster beds, sofas and homespun fabrics.
Guests may relax by the pool, stroll the Athi's beautiful banks, or tour the game rich wilds of Tsavo in one of the open topped Land Rovers. There are sunrise breakfasts, and romantic sundowners on a platform nestled in a giant babobab tree.

Facilities:
Game viewing,Game sanctuary,Bird watching,Swimming pool,Walking Safaris,Night game drives,Fishing-river

Tsavo West

Finch Hattons Camp****
Finch Hattons Camp

Finch Hatton's camp, a privately owned and managed, offers guests a unique opportunity to relive the golden era of the safari in absolute elegance, 5 star comfort, the finest cuisine surrounded by the spectacle of the great African wilderness.
Finch Hatton's lies at the heart of Tsavo West National park, part of Kenya's single largest game reserve. The camp surrounds a natural freshwater spring, flowing through three crystal clear pools, with tents along the water's edge Yellow barked Acacia Xanthophlea trees surround the tents. It is unfenced and wild. A wide variety of game has been sighted on the surrounding plains. The springs are home to a resident pod of hippopotamus, which spend their days wallowing in the ponds and their nights grazing around the camp. Crocodiles and a healthy population of terrapins and monitor lizards also live here, and are often seen sunning themselves at the waters edge. Bird life at Finch Hatton's is spectacular, with over 200 locally recorded species.

The camp accommodates up to 50 people, in large safari tents with twin beds, en suite bathrooms, WC, hot and cold running water and showers. All tents have panoramic views of the surrounding springs and forests, large deck balconies with chairs, tables and daybed.

Facilities:
Bird watching,Game viewing,Swimming pool,Air strip

Serena Kilaguni Lodge ****
Serena West

Kilaguni Lodge is situated in the heart of the vast Tsavo West National Park and was one of the first luxury lodges in Kenya when it was built in 1962. The dining room, verandah and bar are situated in a vast, high thatch-roofed building with one side open and overlooking a waterhole which attracts a large variety of game.

Facilities:
Air strip,Bird watching,Conference facilities,Game viewing,Swimming pool

Severin Safari Camp****
Severin

Severin Safari Camp is situated 49 kms. From Mtito Andei, in Tsavo West National Park.The 20 luxurious, octagonal tents, each with ensuite bathroom, are strategically positioned facing out across the water hole to Mount Kilimanjaro. The main building offers a restaurant and the Thorn Tree bar.
In the evenings guests can enjoy a campfire under the stars. Poacher's Lookout and Mzima Spring sare an easy drive from the camp.

Facilities:
Air strip,Bird watching,Game sanctuary,Game viewing

Amboseli

Amboseli Serena Lodge****
Serena

Amboseli Serena Lodge is situated in the heart of Amboseli National Park and is built to resemble a Masai 'manyatta' or homestead and thus blend in with the surrounding bush.
All 96 bedrooms, with ensuite bathrooms, view either the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain at 5,895m, or the expansive Amboseli plains. Facilities include a fully equipped conference room and a swimming pool.

Facilities:
Bird watching,Conference facilities,Game viewing,Organised walks,Swimming pool,Air strip

Tortilis Camp****
Tortilis Camp

Amboseli is best known for unrivalled views of Kilimanjaro and its elephant population - over 1000 elephant in the Park eco-system, which are some of the biggest elephant in Africa. It is also home to herds of Zebra and Wildebeest and their predators, as well as more than 300 species of birds.
Tortilis Camp is named after the local yellow barked, umbrella thorn tree, the Acacia Tortilis, and is situated just outside the Park in one of Amboseli's few remaining areas of unspoiled woodland, with the stunning backdrop of Africa's highest mountain, snow-capped Kilimanjaro.
Built with a sensitive eye to its surrounding environment, Tortilis Camp sits nestled in a verdant acacia grove at the foot of the majestic, snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Luxury tents with private en-suite bathrooms and unrivalled views of the mountain make this the ultimate place from which to get up close & personal with the abundant wildlife, especially Amboseli’s famous land leviathan, the African Elephant.

Facilities:
Air strip,Bird watching,Facilities for the disabled,Game viewing,Organised walks,Swimming pool

Ol Tukai Lodge****
ol tukai

Ol Tukai Lodge is set in the heart of Amboseli National Park surrounded by endless plains and, after the rains, shallow lake land. All cottages face the open plains with Mount Kilimanjaro offering a magnificent backdrop to the setting.
There are 80 luxury rooms and an executive three bedroomed cottage with its own private swimming pool. The decor is rustic and comfortable and each room has its own small verandah overlooking the plains.

Facilities:
Air strip,Conference facilities,Facilities for the disabled,Game viewing,Organised walks,Swimming pool

Maasai Mara

Governors Camp****
governors camp

Governors’ Camp nestles in the forest along the winding banks of the Mara River,in the Masai Mara Reserve, it’s waters teeming with hippo and crocodile.
Some of the 36 tents line the riverbank, with uninterrupted views over the Mara River, others have views across the sweeping plains. Created in 1972 Governors’ Camp set new standards in luxury for a tented camp. Today it’s still Africa’s best. Everything is under canvas, all tents have en-suit bathrooms with hot and cold running water and flushing toilets.

Each morning a breakfast feast is prepared over blazing coals: mountains of bacon, eggs the way you like them, fresh milk flown-in daily, hot-baked croissants, exotic fruits, and freshly-brewed Kenya coffee.
Lunch, like breakfast is a buffet, this time roast meats hot and cold, fresh salads and delicious desserts. Both meals are served on the shady riverbank with views across the Mara’s plains

Facilities:
Balloon safari,Bird watching,Conference facilities,Fishing-lake,Game viewing,Guided walking safaris,Weddings

Ilkeliani Camp****
ilkeliani camp

Ilkeliani is a small 12 tented camp right on the edge of the Masai Mara, within easy game driving distance of some of the best game viewing ares of the reserve. The camp blends into the surrounding bush, each tent, with en-suite bathroom and large veranda, over looks the Telek river, where crocodile and hippo may be seen. Evening drinks are served out under the stars, around a camp fire. The cuisine is excellent, and the service is efficient and friendly.

Facilities:
Game viewing, bird watching

Keekorok Lodge***
keekorok lodge

Keekorok Lodge lies at the southern end of the Masai Mara Game Reserve near the border of the Serengeti in Tanzania. Accommodation is in bungalows, single storey blocks and in comfortably shaded chalets. The liberal use of cedar, pink and grey Sand River stone and other indigenous building materials off set the green lawns and colourful bougainvillia.
A special feature of this Lodge is a 300m raised walkway enabling guests to safely and quietly observe game close to. Facilities include a swimming pool.

Facilities:
Balloon safari,Game viewing,Organised walks,Swimming pool,Air strip

Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp****
Kichwa Tembo

Kichwa Tembo Tented Safari Camp nestles below the Oloololo Escarpment of the Great Rift Valley, affording spectacular views of the Masai Mara’s game-filled plains.
Kichwa Tembo’s spacious canvas safari tents offer magical views over the Masai Mara grasslands or the Sabaringo River. The main thatched guest areas include a welcoming bar/sitting area, indoor and outdoor dining areas and a well-stocked gift shop featuring African art, artefacts and safari-wear. The swimming pool is perfect for laid-back game viewing whilst cooling off.

Relax in the candlelit bar in the evening before enjoying delicious Pan-African cuisine served alfresco style outdoors or in the main dining area. Private dining and exciting bush banquets may be arranged on request.

Facilities:
Air strip,Balloon safari,Bird watching,Game viewing,Organised walks,Swimming pool

Mara Bushtops Camp*****
Bush Tops

Set in the hills of a private 200 acre ranch this location was selected by the pioneers of game watching as the finest of properties in the Masai Mara. The 80.000 acre Masai Mara Siana springs conservancy area is second to none for the abundance of wildlife and variety of flora and fauna.
Twelve spacious tents each with en suite bathroom, private terrace and outdoor bathing make this an experience not to be missed. The furnishings are to the highest of standard where comfort is our main priority. The tent opens up on three sides to a spectacular view of famous Masai Mara. Each tent has your private butler service, should you choose to dine on your terrace or enjoy a private sundowner.

Mara Bushtops welcome families to experience the wonders of the wild. We recommend children 7 years and up as part of their global exposure.

The Mara Bushtops an original home stead of the Cottar family has a lounge, library and dining room. Our private underground wine cellar stocks exclusively collected wines to compliment your dinner. All meals are served A La Carte from a menu prepared by our Executive Chef. A game viewing terrace overlooks the natural salt lick and fresh water spring attracting an abundance of wildlife from the tiniest of diker to the great African elephant. In the evening guests gather around the camp fire to recollect the days sightings and enjoy the sunset.

The camp boasts an infinity dip pool settled into the hill to cool you off after your adventurous game drive. As a guest you are welcomed at the owner's house which boasts two master bedrooms tastefully furnished with a lounge and decked terrace. A perfect location to relax for afternoon tea.

Facilities:
Game park, game drives, birdwatching, Hot air balloon, swimming pool, guided walks

 

Mara Intrepids Club****
Mara Intrepids

The Mara Intrepids Club is a luxury tented camp set in riverine forest on a curve of the Talek River, deep in the Masai Mara Reserve. The camp would be easy to miss as it blends in superbly with its surroundings. There are 30 spacious tents each with ensuite bathrooms spread along the banks of the river in amongst the riverine forest. There is a small, sparkling swimming pool with a shady terrace supplied with sun beds.

Facilities:
Air strip,Balloon safari,Bird watching,Conference facilities,Game viewing,Shops,Swimming pool,Weddings

Mara Safari Club****
Mara Safari

The luxurious Mara Safari Club is set in the Ol-Choro Oiroua conservation area, bordering the Masai Mara Game Reserve, at the foot of the Aitong Hills. Surrounded on three sides by the Mara River, the 40 luxury tents have their own private river frontage, four-poster beds, verandah and ensuite bathroom.
The main building with its high thatched ceiling and dark wooden beams contains the lounge, bar and dining room with a large wooden deck cantilevered over the river.

Facilities:
Air strip,Balloon safari,Bird watching,Boutiques,Facilities for the disabled,Game sanctuary,Game viewing,Guided walking safaris,Night game drives,Organised walks,Swimming pool,Walking,Walking Safaris,Weddings

Mara Serena Lodge****
Mara Serena

Mara Serena Lodge is built on a high ridge with spectacular views of the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Styled on a Masai village, each of the 76 bedrooms enjoys a panoramic outlook and each has a bathroom ensuite. The main building is decorated with Masai spears and tribal paintings on the walls. Even the swimming pool offers an uninterrupted vista of the rolling savanna.

Facilities:
Balloon safari,Bird watching,Game viewing,Swimming pool,Air strip

Mbuzi Mawe Tented Camp****
Mbuzi Mawe

A place of infinite calm surrounded by untamed majesty, Mbuzi Mawe offers a timeless blend of classical safari rusticity and the world-class professionalism of Serena Safari Lodges, Resorts and Hotels.

Unlike any other camp, Mbuzi Mawe Tented Camp lies at the epicenter of the Serengeti within easy reach of the prime wildlife theatres of Lobo, the Western Corridor of the Grumeti River, the southern grass plains, the Seronera Valley and the kopjes, or inselbergs, of Barafu, Gol, Maasai, Loliondo, Simba and Moru.

A ringside seat for ‘the greatest show on earth’ Cleverly located on one of the main annual migration corridors for over one million wildebeest, half a million zebras and gazelles, and their accompanying cast of predators, the camp enjoys a ringside seat for one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth.

Scenically located in a glade guarded by 3 million year old granite towers, Mbuzi Mawe (meaning Klipspringer in English) makes maximum use of its unique wilderness location. There are al fresco breakfasts, safari luncheons, lantern-lit bush suppers, campfire roasts, and dance displays by the Ikoma people as well as game drives, ranger-led bush walks, ornithology and sightings of: elephant, lion, cheetah, leopard, buffalo, hyena, wildebeest, zebra, giraffe, warthog, hippo and crocodile.

Sweetwater

Sweetwater Tented Camp***
Sweetwater Tented

A sheltered oasis, clustered around a waterhole and set in the pristine calm of its own private reserve, Sweetwaters Tented Camp is in a class of its own. Abounding with wildlife, unfettered by the more rigorous strictures of the Kenyan National Parks and designed to offer a charming blend of under canvas ambiance and uncompromising luxury, it has long been the preferred retreat of wilderness and safari lovers alike. One of only four private game reserves in Kenya, Sweetwaters excels in the provision of privileged seclusion and private game viewing. Thanks to its private status it also allows such unforgettable pleasures as night game drives, guided bush walks and both horse or camel riding across its game-teaming plains.

Lake Nakuru / Naivasha