Plot NR. 2, Karatu, Tanzania
#2 of 21 hotels in Karatu
Guests' ChoiceBased on 51 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.1
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.1
Free Wifi
5.0
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Reviewed: May 28, 2025
Juweel
CuraçaoSuch a great location to stay if you are planning to do a safari. Very friendly staff, great food, nice rooms and gardens. Would definitely stay again! highly recommended!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 27, 2025
Lisa
United StatesThe shower tiles and grout could use a little work but for the price, I'm not complaining at all.
The staff was so kind. The family style meals were so delicious. I loved dinner. The pool was nice but we didn't have enough time to swim as it rained in the morning. The beds and room were comfortable. The hotel is near the entrance to Ngorongoro Conservation Area so it's pretty convenient to stop there on the way into or out of the park. The hotel supports a farm and local school which I love. One of the staff was a former student of the school -- she was very sweet. They also clean your bags- I was shocked by how dusty everything got on safari. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: January 18, 2025
Shilpa
United KingdomBeautiful property, tucked away from central Karatu town. Car required to get to town. Great place to stay for a safari tour to Ngorongoro, Tarangire & Manyara. Good water pressure and breakfast. Dinner options were varied every day and they cooked traditional corn Ugali with greens and curry one evening on request. The staff was super awesome and they even baked a cake to celebrate a surprise birthday party!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 31, 2024
Davide
ItalyThe staff is very attentive and kind.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: October 5, 2024
Karl
GermanyGreat hospitality - feeling fast at home - diversity of breakfast and dinner with local produce -natural location in the midst of farm- and woodland -easy walk to the coffee farm near by
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 5, 2024
Joe
TanzaniaFriendliness of staff.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 22, 2024
Martina
AustriaWe had a fantastic experience at this beautiful Farm Lodge. The hosts were incredibly friendly and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The vegetarian dinner was outstanding – one of the best we’ve ever had! Breakfast was also delicious and offered a great variety. The rooms were lovely, clean, and comfortable. Overall, it was a perfect stay.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 22, 2024
Jan
Germanythe team is super sweet and very welcoming. we felt like home right away.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 13, 2024
Robson
TanzaniaNone
Very nice lodge and the staff was very friendly and helpful. I recommend it to you.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 13, 2024
Jkrisz76
Hungary-
Location is in a beautiful green area. Stuff are very friendly and helpful. Rooms and everything are very clean. Breakfast and dinner are very tasteful.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 15, 2024
Jacqueline
United KingdomNo apologies for the lack of water in the morning to shower. My daughter was woken early by other guest’s alarm clocks going off in the main house, as there seems to be little sound proofing there
We opted for a second brief stay at this lovely guesthouse en route from the Serengeti and were upgraded to a room in the bungalow, which we were grateful for, as we enjoyed the wonderful views from the patio. Dinner was delicious, however, breakfast was a little chaotic. Despite being slightly late as we had to wait for the water to come on to be able to shower and being asked what time we would like breakfast, we were not expected and had to lay our own table.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 14, 2024
Jacqueline
United KingdomAfter a long and dusty journey to Karatu, this guest house seemed like a little oasis. We were warmly welcomed by Olivia and the staff with juice before being shown to our rooms. We stayed in the bungalow outside, with a beautiful view of the garden especially sunset. Dinner was excellent, as was breakfast the next morning. We ordered packed lunches, which were substantial for our needs during a long day on safari. Olivia also organised for our laundry to be done.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Vanessa
SlovakiaAmazing staff who helped us SO MUCH to plan the visit and game drives. Everything was excellent! I can not reccomend more if you want to visit park around NgoroNgoro. Also, the food was delicious.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Avner
United StatesI personally would have like a bit bigger portions for dinner. Especially after long day of safari and got back hungry. 😁
Great place. Outside town. Supporting local community. Great room. Good food. Nice people.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 2, 2024
Lena
GermanyLovely stay, very nice team, nice pool and great location for starting your Ngorongoro Adventure!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 2, 2024
Matan
GermanyGreat hospitality and friendly staff. They were very helpful when we had any questions about the area or if we needed to book safari trips. We would greatly recommend a stay at this lovely place.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: February 22, 2024
Yumiko
JapanN/A
Staffs are super friendly and their foods are simple but very good! All vegetables and fruits are from their own organic farm, and they taste stong and tasty.They are highly eco-conscious, which gave me a nice feeling. All solar-powered. It's not gorgeous, but they provide what you need. Yumiko Japan
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 17, 2024
Cecilia
Hong KongBeautiful garden, lovely staff, nice dinner and breakfast, quiet and relaxing.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 17, 2024
Cecilia
Hong KongClean and comfortable The staff are very nice and friendly
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 13, 2024
Elise
LaosVery nice welcome
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 4, 2024
Sandeep
AustraliaNothing we can think of
Staff - Olivia and all other staff members were amazing. They were always ready help. Accommodation - Both houses are very well maintained, spacious and comfortable. The long dinning table fitted our entire family of 16 people. Swimming pool - very clean and there is greenery all around. Very beautiful.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: October 10, 2023
Nadime
GermanyEverything was perfect
Extremely friendly and caring staff, beautiful location and excellent food!!! We enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 6, 2023
Elina
GermanyIt was just great!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 27, 2023
Sarah
GermanyA bit far away from the centre. But the silence is actually nice.
Nice food, very helpful and friendly staff. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed in August 2023
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