Mara River Lodge

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With stunning river views, Mara River Lodge in Aitong provides accommodations along with a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and bar. Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi and private parking.

Each unit comes with a fully equipped private bathroom that includes a shower and free toiletries.

Every morning, breakfast is served with a variety of options including buffet, à la carte, and continental selections. The on-site restaurant at Mara River Lodge offers a diverse menu featuring African, American, and British dishes. Dietary preferences such as vegetarian, halal, and vegan options can also be accommodated upon request.

For those needing transportation, a car rental service is offered at the lodge.

The closest airport is the Mara North Conservancy Airstrip, located 9 km away from Mara River Lodge, which provides a paid airport shuttle service for convenience.

Couples especially appreciate the location, giving it an 8.9 rating for a getaway designed for two.

Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 single bed
or
1 large double bed

Facilities of Mara River Lodge

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool

  • Airport shuttle

  • Free WiFi

  • Non-smoking rooms

  • 2 restaurants

  • Free parking

  • Spa and wellness centre

  • Room service

  • Bar

  • Breakfast

Bathroom
  • Toilet paper

  • Towels

  • Additional toilet

  • Bath or shower

  • Private bathroom

  • Toilet

  • Free toiletries

  • Shower

View
  • River view

  • Garden view

  • View

Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace

  • Picnic area

  • Outdoor furniture

  • Sun terrace

  • Balcony

  • Terrace

  • Garden

Activities
  • Themed dinner nights

  • Walking tours

    Additional charge

  • Game drives

    Additional charge

  • Evening entertainment

    Additional charge

  • Entertainment staff

  • Table tennis

  • Games room

Food & Drink
  • Fruits

    Additional charge

  • Wine/champagne

    Additional charge

  • Kid-friendly buffet

  • Kid meals

  • Special diet menus (on request)

  • Snack bar

  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking

Reception services
  • Invoice provided

  • Concierge service

  • Luggage storage

  • Tour desk

  • Currency exchange

  • Express check-in/check-out

Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles

  • Babysitting/child services

    Additional charge

Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping

  • Trouser press

    Additional charge

  • Ironing service

    Additional charge

  • Dry cleaning

    Additional charge

  • Laundry

    Additional charge

Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying

    Additional charge

  • Business centre

    Additional charge

  • Meeting/banquet facilities

    Additional charge

Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers

  • Security alarm

  • 24-hour security

General
  • Shuttle service

    Additional charge

  • Shared lounge/TV area

  • Vending machine (drinks)

  • Designated smoking area

  • Car hire

  • Packed lunches

  • Soundproof rooms

  • Family rooms

  • Facilities for disabled guests

  • Airport shuttle

    Additional charge

  • Non-smoking rooms

  • Room service

Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink

  • Higher level toilet

  • Toilet with grab rails

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year

  • All ages welcome

  • Pool with view

  • Plunge pool

  • Shallow end

  • Pool/beach towels

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness
  • Head massage

  • Neck massage

  • Back massage

  • Body scrub

  • Pedicure

  • Manicure

  • Facial treatments

  • Beauty Services

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

  • Massage

    Additional charge

  • Spa and wellness centre

    Additional charge

Languages spoken
  • English

  • Swahili

House rules
Mara River Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 11:00 to 17:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:30

Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 – 3 years
Cot upon request

Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets
Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverUnionPay debit cardUnionPay credit cardCash

The Essential Details
Important information for visitors at this property

Visitors intending to access the national reserve for game drives will need to pay an entry fee of USD 200 per person per day at the gate.

Upon check-in, guests must present a photo ID and a credit card. Please be aware that all Special Requests depend on availability and may incur additional charges.

It is recommended that guests notify Mara River Lodge in advance of their expected arrival time. This can be done using the Special Requests box when making a reservation or by directly contacting the property with the details provided in your confirmation email.

In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, this property has implemented extra safety and sanitation protocols.

Following government guidelines to reduce the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property might ask for further documentation from guests to confirm identity, travel plans, and other pertinent information during applicable dates.

In light of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property maintains rigorous physical distancing protocols.

Considering the situation due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please make sure you are booking this property in compliance with local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the reason for travel and the maximum allowable group size.

According to measures taken for Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is required in all indoor shared spaces.

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