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Hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages
Gym
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Maasai Mara Game Reserve, P.O. Box 48690 N, Maasai Mara
  • Place, Maasai Mara National Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mara Triangle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Oloololo Gate
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Maasai Mara (ANA-Angama Mara)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Park View

Standard Room, Park View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Maasai Mara

In Maasai Mara .Stay at this Maasai Mara lodge and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Mara River and 12 miles (20 km) of Maasai Mara National Reserve. Oloololo Gate is within 20 miles (32 km) and Musiara Gate is within 32 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Maasai Mara National Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mara Triangle - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mara River - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Oloololo Gate - 51 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • Maasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Common Grounds - ‬129 min drive
  • ‪Barafu Lounge - ‬129 min drive

About this property

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Family-friendly 5-star lodge near Mara River
Mara Serena Safari Lodge offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Mara Serena Safari Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Maasai Mara lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Mara Serena Safari Lodge offers 74 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. This Maasai Mara lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free manager's reception

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fan
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located in a national park. The additional mandatory fee covers entrance to the park. Guests must purchase a ticket to enter the park; the ticket is valid for 24 hours from the time of issue. If a guest is staying more than 1 night, they are required to renew their ticket on or before the expiration time as indicated on the ticket. A transit ticket is valid for 2 hours only. Any person in violation will be fined. Park entry fees are not included in the accommodation rate and are charged separately upon entry at Maasai Mara Game Reserve (Mara Conservancy). Daily entry is 6 AM-6 PM.
This property is located within The Mara Triangle Conservancy in Masai Mara Game Reserve. The listed 'additional' mandatory fee comprises the additional mandatory park entry fee valid annually from January to June, collected at the main entrance of the park. From July to December, the additional mandatory park fee is USD 200 per adult per night and USD 100 per child per night (from 9 years old to 17 years old).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 200.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Additional fees: USD 100 per person, per night for adults and USD 50 per person, per night for children (from 9 years old to 17 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

This property is located within The Mara Triangle Conservancy in Masai Mara Game Reserve. The listed 'additional' mandatory fee comprises the additional mandatory park entry fee valid annually from January to June, collected at the main entrance of the park. From July to December, the additional mandatory park fee is USD 200 per adult per night and USD 100 per child per night (from 9 years old to 17 years old).

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 10 (one-way), (from 4 to 12 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 200.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 7997

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Mara Serena
Mara Serena Lodge
Mara Serena Safari
Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Mara Serena Safari Lodge Masai Mara
Mara Serena Safari Masai Mara
Serena Lodge Mara
Serena Mara
Serena Mara Lodge
Serena Mara Safari Lodge
Mara Serena Safari Lodge Lodge
Mara Serena Safari Lodge Maasai Mara
Mara Serena Safari Lodge Lodge Maasai Mara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mara Serena Safari Lodge to the airport?

Mara Serena Safari Lodge is 1.5 mi (5-min drive) away from the Maasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mara Serena Safari Lodge?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mara Serena Safari Lodge on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $482, 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.

Does Mara Serena Safari Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Mara Serena Safari Lodge offers an airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, on request, for a charge of USD 20. per vehicle, one-way.

Does Mara Serena Safari Lodge offer free breakfast?

Mara Serena Safari Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mara Serena Safari Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Mara Serena Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at Mara Serena Safari Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Mara Serena Safari Lodge have a pool?

Mara Serena Safari Lodge features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Mara Serena Safari Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Mara Serena Safari Lodge have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Mara Serena Safari Lodge to downtown Maasai Mara?

Mara Serena Safari Lodge is 7.7 mi away from Maasai Mara.

Mara Serena Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Areeb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing , would recommend , best view ever
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherae'

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stiffness great, good, experience
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Great service. Nice atmosphere We enjoyed the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great rooms and service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICKALON

Liked: Amenities
Great experience and beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kids enjoyed the pool. The view is amazing. The weather was nice and cool daily. No AC in rooms, but fans worked very well. We were so tired from safaris that the kids didn't miss we didn't have a TV. Food was delicious, my picky eater ate something every day.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yasmina

Wonderful service! I'll come back next time i visit the Mara.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and went out of their way to make you feel welcome. Fantastic for safari viewing. Great food. All around, great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Heard of elephants, hippos can be seen from the pool area. Amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Outstanding lodge with the friendliest & most helpful staff. Room was comfortable and view from balcony is beautiful. Our 3rd year staying here & will always stay here if possible. Food is great, dining room folks are top notch. They pack an excellent breakfast/lunch for days you don’t want to dine in. An overall wonderful experience.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

IMDAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay at Mara Serena Lodge in Masai Mara game reserve. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, from the staff to the game drives all were excellent Thank you to all the teams . Tha
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giorgos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location and the view you have from the hotel is as promised from their pictures. The only establishment within the park. Top service from all the staff. They give you the feeling of belonging and being a family . Special thanks to Duncan, Denis, Grace , Daniel and if you go there make sure you book a spa session with Judy ! Looking forward to go again with my wife ! Safari experiences with their drivers was also top ! Vivian and John were more persistent than us to make sure we will see what we wanted to see
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Number one the pictures online do not do this place justice!!! it's simply an amazing place... from the views and rooms to the staff the food did I say views... from every place you sit, stand walk around the views are simply awesome!! This was my first time to the Mara however in talking to other guests some had told me that they have been to the Mara 8 times and this place was simply the best ever.. so for me I know know no better however I can't wait to get back to this place... I only stayed 2 days I really needed to stay 4.. and I will next time for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nickolaus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here and we would come back. First, a big thanks to Chef Kennedy for preparing meals for my wife Kathryn, who cannot eat gluten, dairy products, oil and red meat. Second, a big shoutout to William W who took care of us on safari! William is great and if we came back we’d request him to take us on safari again. We loved the location of the lodge. The game drives were great and the staff was so friendly. The Masaai warrior (I think his name was Julian) who greeted us was so nice. We enjoyed the view from the lodge and our room. Everyone was friendly and we hope to be back! Bring cash because there is no ATM at the lodge. We wish we brought cash so we could top William and the staff and purchase art during our trip to the village. Thank you all for making our stay pleasant! And thank you William for everything, including hanging out with us as we waited for the airplane. -Nick and Kathryn
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inoubliable. Vue sur la reserve, safaris jours et nuits avec possibilité de voir pratiquement tout ce qu' on peut imaginer voir ici, surtout si on vient en période de migration entre la Tanzanie et le Kenya de juillet a octobre. Notez juste qu il faut partir de l' aeroport Wilson des vols internes de Nairobi; que vous changerez d avion car ceux de Nairobi ne sont pas adaptés aux pistes en terre; que si vous voyagez seul, il y a de fortes chances que la compagnie vous fasse payer 2 places sans quoi ils n assureront pas le vol.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is absolutely unique and amazing, settled on a hill with panoramic views of the Maasai Mara plains, from each room. I was able to observe Elephant herds, Giraffes, Buffaloes, Warthogs from my room. What impressed me the most, was the frendliness and professionalism of the staff. They made me feel very welcome every minute of the stay. I approached the desk with a few requests (e.g. to change my room) and all of them were solved without hesitation to my full satisfaction.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed for 11 nights at Mara Serena Lodge. My husband and I were self driving and did not have the benefit of a guide to help with things. Duncan, the manager, went above and beyond to assist with anything we needed. He worked tirelessly to help with internet issues, patiently answered all our questions, and was genuinely interested in making sure our stay was as pleasant and enjoyable as possible. The lodge was very clean and all staff wore masks, which we appreciated. Dining area was spotless and food was very good. Thanks to Bernard and Eric, our dining attendants, Michael, for his music and good humor, and every person there for their warmth and friendliness. We will definitely stay here again and highly recommend Mara Serena.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arine

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, amazing staff, epic game drives

We had a great time at the hotel. The rooms are very well maintained, the staff was extremely attentive and our game drives were GREAT! We couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Special thanks to Vivian and Benjamin to their amazing service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Covid stay

Stayed in August after re-opening with covid. Masks must be worn at all times, food served to you from buffet, temperature checks when entering and hand washing facilities. Unfortunately some light fingered person(s) decided to ransack our car, they only took sweets but not pleasant to have your bags and clothes turned inside out.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location ad fantastic views. Welcoming staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent. Amenities great. The room could have been little better; NO AIR CONDITIONING, NO TV. NO SCREENS. Staff & services excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best view in the world! Enjoy the vista, elephants, and giraffes from the pool or your hotel window. Staff couldn’t be more kind and accommodating. Safari wildlife is maybe best in the world. I’ve been twice now and both times managed to see the “big 5” plus many elephants, giraffes, and warthogs etc. I also recommend the village tour! Our guide John really showed us a good time while educating us about his family and culture. Food (considering the distance from a grocery store etc) is excellent! Plenty of fruits and vegetables- plus delicious carnivore options too. Love this place and can’t wait to visit again with my parents.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not like the staff in the dining room ingroreing me on the last day at breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
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4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Do not go there

The lodge is in a desperate need of renovation.Filthy, paint chipped, hardware loose, appliances ancient, mosquito nets with holes. Our mattress had blood stains and no mattress pads. We got one pillow without pillow case. We wanted to check out immediately but there is nowhere to go at a short notice . For the price they charge they should be ashamed for the “luxury lodging” they provide. Food was terrible, could not cut any meats even with a stake knives. Salads limited to tomato and cucumber. We had to settle for rice. They nickele and dime you every step of the way: water, tea, coffee is an additional cost ( and this is a full board) Staff is overworked and probably greatly underpaid, everyone was waiting for a handout and this is with a service charge already included in the stay. Hotel caters to huge tour groups who descend upon it and make stay noisy and stressful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

runrun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
静か、眺めが最高、スタッフ フレンドリー、 食事がイマイチ、 お土産ショップはおススメ。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019