Jamala Wildlife Lodge
About this property
Featuring guided tours and accommodations alongside animal enclosures, Jamala Wildlife Lodge is located next to the National Zoo and Aquarium. Guests enjoy free WiFi and and an outdoor pool. African cuisine is served in the dining room. All bookings include a zoo tour experience where guests see a variety of animals including lions, tigers, cheetahs, bears, monkeys, giraffes and zebras. Overnight safari experiences are also available. The air-conditioned accommodations options include private suites and rooms, bungalows and a tree house. All offer a private bathroom, a refrigerator, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some accommodations offers a spa bath or bathtub. Jamala Wildlife Lodge is 8 minutes' drive from Manuka Oval. It is 10 minutes' drive from central Canberra and the Australian War Memorial.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Muller
Australia“Everything was wonderful from the delicious food (so much of it) to the accommodation which was divine. I was there with my friend for her 60th birthday and she got lots of special treats from the lodge. Not to forget the wonderful animals and the...” - Sara Australia“The Zoo and its staff were wonderful, very knowledgeable and dedicated.”
- Sara Australia“Breakfast was great! - Did not like the place it was served in”
- Paul Australia“Great view of the animals. Amazing rooms and wonderful staff. The food was fantastic.”
- Jenni Australia“It was so hands on, very clean and comfortable and exceptional food, service and experience”
- Darnelle Australia“We have never stayed in a place where every single person could not do more to help you. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, the service was exemplary. As it was our anniversary, a beautiful little leopard was on our bed saying Happy...”
- Janelle Australia“Everything about our stay was fantastic. The staff were exceptional and the activities were on point. Their food was delicious and well presented and plenty of it. The whole experience was wonderful and we couldn't fault anything. Highly recommend...”
- Anna
United States“We had an amazing experience between the Giraffe treehouse feeding, feeding the tree kangaroos, dinner in the lodge and the zoo tour we could not have had a better experience!” - Melissa Australia“Everything it was exceptional, well timed, experiences were fantastic, meals unbelievable and loved every minute”
- Margaret Australia“OMGosh!! If I could give it a 20/10 I would have! This place is AMAZING! And the experience is like no other!! We stayed in one of the lodge rooms and it was absolutely exquisite... the price may look expensive but it's ALL included... food,...”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican
House rules
Child policies
Children over 4 are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that Jamala Wildlife Lodge has strict check-in hours between 13:30-14:15. Please note all tours start immediately on arrival at 14:30. If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. This property does not have a 24/7 reception on site.
Please note that there is a 1.3% charge for Visa and Mastercard and 1.8% for Amex when paying with a credit card.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Jamala Wildlife Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
