Does Karatu Tented Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Karatu Tented Lodge?

As of Oct 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karatu Tented Lodge on Oct 29, 2025 start from ₩183,406, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Karatu Tented Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Karatu Tented Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Karatu Tented Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

Does Karatu Tented Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is Karatu Tented Lodge located?

Situated in Lake Manyara National Park, this lodge is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Lake Manyara National Park and within 32 mi (52 km) of Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater.

Karatu Tented Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Sep 28, 2025

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

Supremely clean, extremely well- appointed rooms/tents, the food was superb and the staff beyond friendy and professional! Specifically wanted to mention nBaraka who helped us with rental car issues and advocated for us constantly. Also he was instrumental in helping us get our permits for Ngorongoro Crater and Olduvai Gorge. As well, Mariam was the kindest person- always greeting us with a smile and going out of her way to help us with any need. The cuisine was five star! Throughout our stay, we were treated like family! Would absolutely recommend the lodge with it hesitation!!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Oct 22, 2023

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

It's a cosy place and its convenient to access the lodge, as it just off the main road. They are also very eco aware and do their best to upcycle things. The staff, in particular Marcus, was fantastic at ensuring that we had everything we needed. The lunchbox we better than average and it was good value for money.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 6, 2019

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

We had a hard time finding the lodge. Apparently it is a new place and even the other lodges didn't know about it. When we did the booking the map showed the lodge in Karatu. The address in the confirmation was in Karatu. Google maps showed the lodge in Karatu, (where the Flamingo lodge was). Even the name is Karatu tented lodge. But the lodge was somewhere else. Further down the road. Didn't have a sign outside! I hope the location problem is solved in the Expedia system. The above was Expedia problem. When we arrived they greeted us with such joy we forgot all the problems we had. Great people. We had a very nice dinner and very nice breakfast with a nice view. The premises is very nice. The tent needs a bit improvement. It was a cold night and inside the tent was a bit cold too. I do recommend the place. If we go back we will definitely stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

HYUNG SUK

Nov 20, 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

Unexpected Paradise in Harsh Arusha.

This place was a special place for us. The team at Karatu really were special who did out of their way to provide for us when there were issues, and when the first room seemed to have issues (shower drainage, bee hive on the roof, urine smell) they quickly changed the room to a better closer room, and always were helpful in arranging or finding different solutions for transportation issues etc. The place is located 2 hours from Arusha, and around 30 mins from the main gate for Ngorongoro crater. It's right by the main road, so it's not hard to be dropped off or be picked up. However it has no main signage outside so it can be missed when arriving at night. The staff were really welcoming even though we arrived past 2100 the first night. The assistant manager Nassary and staff Christina were really the stars of the show for us. From our entire 2 weeks Kenya-Tanzania-Zanzibar trip, Karatu stands out from a peaceful quiet place we still talk about. The food isn't stellar, and the quality isn't anything to write home about, but they provide basic necessities and do make sure that you get your lunch boxes (even providing for drivers etc). and breakfasts if you leave early for a tour etc. There are equipment issues, the tent window velcro is old so some rooms will have issues of completely seal, or the shower booth is placed on wooden planks, making drainage hard. However, for the price. The place is a steal. Safari beer and liquor is cheap here (USD 3) compared to other hotels!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anas

Oct 25, 2024

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

Friendly staff and beautiful place to stay

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

GUILLERMO

Feb 17, 2023

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

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