Between 150,000-200,000 people visit the Serengeti National Park every year and, as one of the world’s most famous safari destinations, there are multiple Serengeti National Park Hotels and Lodges to choose from when you stay in this 5,700sq mile wildlife haven.
I have stayed in several kinds of accommodation in the Serengeti and each place has left me feeling rejuvenated and heading home with a deeper appreciation for Tanzania's efforts at conservation.
Whether your goal is to witness thousands of calves born on the southern plains, see lions hunt around the Seronera Region or watch the spectacular Mara River crossings in the north, this article will help you find affordable and comfortable accommodation that you’d most enjoy.
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Serengeti National Park Hotels
Due to its immense popularity, there are several accommodation options in the Serengeti designed to suit any travelling budget and level of personal comfort.
Read more in our guide on the best Tanzania Resorts for Safaris.
Best Luxury Serengeti National Park Hotels And Lodges
1. Singita Faru Faru Lodge – 5 Stars, 9.5/10
Located close to the Grumeti River in the Grumeti Concession Area. It has a modern design, natural textures and relaxed style suites. It's the perfect location for seeing the wildebeest migration and Grumeti river crossings in June-July. The lodge offers family activities, village visits and wine tasting experiences.
Address: Grumeti Reserves Serengeti National Park TZ, 31623
What’s available: Swimming pool, Fitness centre, Breakfast included, Child activities, Free airport transfer, WiFi
Price: Suites from $3,400
Overal Rating | 9/10 |
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Location | 10/10 |
Rooms | 9/10 |
Facilities | 9/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 10/10 |
Services | 10/10 |
2. Singita Sasakwa Lodge – 5 Stars, 9.5/10
Situated within the 350,000-acre Grumeti Private Reserve in the Western Serengeti.
The lodge is an Edwardian-style manor house with a tennis court. It offers a high level of exclusivity with a limited number of vehicles allowed at locations for animal sightings. Cottages and villas each have private infinity pools.
What’s available: Swimming pool, Spa, Fitness centre, Tennis court, Fast WiFi, Parking, Child activities, Free transfers
Check-in time: 14:00
Check-out time: 11:00
Address: Singita Grumeti, Serengeti National Park, 31623
Price: Rooms from $4,000
Overal Rating | 9.5/10 |
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Location | 9/10 |
Rooms | 9/10 |
Facilities | 10/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 10/10 |
Services | 10/10 |
3. Mwiba Lodge – 5 Stars, 9.5/10
Located In Mwiba Wildlife Reserve, a private concession area of the remote southern Serengeti.
Guests are guaranteed exclusivity and privacy with opulent stilted suites hidden between boulders. You have your own private guide for night drives and bush walks.
What’s available: Swimming pool, Hot tub, Fast WiFi, Butler service, Fireplace in room
Price: Suites from $2,800
Overal Rating | 9.5/10 |
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Location | 9/10 |
Rooms | 9/10 |
Facilities | 10/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 10/10 |
Services | 10/10 |
4. One Nature Hotel Nyaruswiga Serengeti – 5 Stars, 9.5/10
In Nyaruswiga, central Serengeti, the camp offers the ultimate in a luxury safari experience with 5-star tented suites, all-inclusive service and gourmet dining. Guests can enjoy long soaks in claw-foot bathtubs with uninterrupted views across the plains. There is also an astral observation deck for stargazing.
What’s available: Swimming pool, Hot tub, Spa, Fireplace in the room, Child activities
Price: Suites from $3,290
Overal Rating | 9.5/10 |
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Location | 10/10 |
Rooms | 10/10 |
Facilities | 9/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 10/10 |
Services | 10/10 |
5. Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti – 5 Stars, 9/10
Located in Central Serengeti, and a 45-minute drive from the Seronera Airstrip. The lodge has exclusive luxury villas, infinity pools, waterholes in front of the lodge and hot air ballooning is available.
What’s available: Swimming pool, Hot tub, Private balconies in rooms, Fitness centre, Fast WiFi, Child activities
Address: Four Seasons Rd, 2002
Check-in time: 14:00
Check-out time: 10:00
Price: Rooms from $1,770
Read more customer reviews here.
Overal Rating | 9/10 |
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Location | 10/10 |
Rooms | 9/10 |
Facilities | 10/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 9/10 |
Services | 10/10 |
Which tour? Here are 5 Serengeti safari tours I recommend:
- Group Camping Safari that includes Tarangire and Ngorongoro (4 days)
- Budget Serengeti Safari (5 days)
- Scenic Northern Tanzania Safari (7 days)
- Serengeti Trail that includes Ngorongoro (8 days)
- Best of Kenya and Tanzania (incl. 6 national parks) (12 days)
See more Serengeti safari deals.
Best Mid-Range Serengeti National Park Hotels And Lodges
1. Melia Serengeti Lodge – 5 Stars, 9/10
Terraced on the southern slopes of the Nyamuma Hills in the Central Serengeti. This accommodation offers 5-star luxurious and elegant suites, boma dinners and sundowners overlooking the waterhole in front of the hotel.
What’s available: Swimming pool, Hot tub, Spa, Fitness centre, Restaurant & Bar, WiFi, Parking, Child-friendly
Address: Nyamuma Hills Serengeti National Park Serengeti TZ, 01184
Price: Rooms from $798
Read more customer reviews here.
Overal Rating | 9/10 |
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Location | 9/10 |
Rooms | 9/10 |
Facilities | 9/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 9/10 |
Services | 9/10 |
2. Mbalageti Safari Camp – 5 Stars, 8/10
Located in the Western Corridor on Myamyeni Hill with views across Dutwa Plains. It's great value for money and guests have a choice of lodge rooms, and tented or executive suites. It's a good location to see the wildebeest migration from March-July. Hot air ballooning is also available.
What’s available: Swimming pool, Hot tub, Spa, Restaurant & Bar, WiFi, Parking
Price: Rooms from $530 (sometimes drops to under $250)
Read more customer reviews here.
Overal Rating | 8/10 |
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Location | 8/10 |
Rooms | 7/10 |
Facilities | 7/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 8/10 |
Services | 8/10 |
3. Serengeti Simba Lodge – 3 Stars, 8/10
Inside Serengeti National Park’s Ikoma Gate, and 35 minutes from the Grumeti airstrip. This 3-star lodge offers great value for money in terms of service and amenities, and it's positioned on a hillside with uninterrupted views over the plains.
What’s available: Swimming pool, Free breakfast, Airport transportation, Parking, WiFi, Mosquito nets
Price: Rooms from $590
Overal Rating | 8/10 |
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Location | 9/10 |
Rooms | 8/10 |
Facilities | 7/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 9/10 |
Services | 8/10 |
4. Serengeti Safari Lodge – 7/10
Luxury tented suites with terraces and outdoor showers in the central Serengeti. It's a 19-minute drive northeast of the Seronera airstrip. The lodge has excellent food quality views over open Serengeti plains and Masai guided walks available.
What’s available: Swimming pool, Parking, Fast WiFi, Free breakfast, Entertainment staff, Free airport transportation
Price: Rooms from $440
Read more customer reviews here.
Overal Rating | 7/10 |
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Location | 9/10 |
Rooms | 7/10 |
Facilities | 9/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 9/10 |
Services | 7/10 |
5. Serena Safari Lodge – 4 Stars, 7.5/10
A 4-star lodge with an infinity pool in the Seronera region of Central Serengeti. The lodge has Masai rondavel-styled suites, and good sightings of leopards and lions in the area. Balloon safaris and bush breakfasts are available.
What’s available: Swimming pool, Breakfast, Laundry service, Breakfast, Parking, WiFi, Child activities
Price: Rooms from $584
Read more customer reviews here.
Overal Rating | 7.5/10 |
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Location | 8/10 |
Rooms | 7/10 |
Facilities | 7/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 8/10 |
Services | 7/10 |
Best Budget Serengeti National Park Hotels And Lodges
1. Serengeti Tortilis Camp – 8/10
Located in the Seronera Region, these large tented suites with solar-powered electricity, laundry services and WiFi offer great value to guests. Bush dinners are also available.
What’s available: Free breakfast, Private check-in / check-out, Parking, Free internet, Fitness centre, Mosquito net, Laundry service, Child-friendly
Price: Rooms from $400
Overal Rating | 8/10 |
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Location | 9/10 |
Rooms | 7/10 |
Facilities | 6/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 9/10 |
Services | 7/10 |
2. Seronera Wildlife Lodge – 7/10
Located on a rocky outcrop in the heart of the Serengeti. The lodge is 5 minutes away from the departing point for hot air balloon safaris. There are waterholes nearby that attract animals to the lodge.
What’s available: Swimming pool, Fitness centre, Parking, WiFi, Child-friendly, Laundry service
Price: Rooms from $387
Overal Rating | 7/10 |
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Location | 8/10 |
Rooms | 6/10 |
Facilities | 7/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 7/10 |
Services | 6/10 |
3. Serengeti Sopa Lodge – 7/10
A 45-minute drive from Seronera airstrip in the Nyarboro Hills in the southwest Serengeti. The lodge has a swimming pool, beautiful views from private balconies, a gym and bush dining options.
What’s available: Swimming pool, Free WiFi, Parking, Laundry service, Child-friendly
Price: Rooms from $330
Overal Rating | 7/10 |
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Location | 8/10 |
Rooms | 7/10 |
Facilities | 7/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 8/10 |
Services | 7/10 |
4. Lobo Wildlife Lodge – 6.5/10
Lobo Wildlife is the largest lodge on the Migration route in the north-eastern Serengeti. Guests can enjoy animal viewing right from their balconies or the pool area. A Gym and currency exchange are available on-site.
What’s available: Swimming pool, Fitness centre, Breakfast included, Parking, Laundry service, Child-friendly
Price: Rooms from $318
Overal Rating | 6.5/10 |
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Location | 7/10 |
Rooms | 6/10 |
Facilities | 7/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 7/10 |
Services | 6/10 |
5. Ikoma Safari Camp – 6.5/10
Located 20 minutes from Ikoma gate, between the Seronera region, and the Grumeti and Ikorongo game reserves. The campsite has rustic wooden cabins 30 km/19 miles from Maasai Kopjes, home to one of the park’s most studied lion populations.
What’s available: Parking, Free breakfast, Billiards, Evening entertainment, Mosquito nets, Airport transfer
Price: Rooms from $250
Read more customer reviews here.
Overal Rating | 6.5/10 |
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Location | 7/10 |
Rooms | 6/10 |
Facilities | 6/10 |
Staff Friendliness | 7/10 |
Services | 6/10 |
Conclusion
I hope this article has given you more insight into the Best Serengeti National Parks Hotels. All that's left for you to do is plan your next and most epic safari to the endless plains of East Africa.
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