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Mara Big Five Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Mara River

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Aerial view
Game viewing
Standard Single Room, Non Smoking | Exterior detail
Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Talek, Maasai Mara
  • Mara Triangle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Oloololo Gate
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Maasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Non Smoking

Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, bathrobes

Standard Single Room, Non Smoking

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, bathrobes

Standard Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Maasai Mara

On riverwalk.At this Maasai Mara hotel, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Mara River and 6 miles (10 km) of Maasai Mara National Reserve. Oloololo Gate and Sekenani Gate are also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Mara Triangle - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve - 24 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Oloololo Gate - 24 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Mara North Conservancy - 63 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Musiara Gate - 89 min drive - 19.8 miles

Getting around

  • Maasai Mara (ANA-Angama Mara) - 41 min drive

About this property

Mara Big Five Lodge

3-star hotel near Mara River
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Mara Big Five Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Maasai Mara hotel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mara Big Five Lodge offers 10 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mara Big Five Lodge to the airport?

Mara Big Five Lodge is 11.4 mi (41-min drive) away from the Maasai Mara (ANA-Angama Mara) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mara Big Five Lodge?

As of Apr 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mara Big Five Lodge on Apr 11, 2025 start from $228.81, 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 Big Five Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mara Big Five Lodge.

Does Mara Big Five Lodge offer free breakfast?

Mara Big Five Lodge offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Mara Big Five Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Mara Big Five Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mara Big Five Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Mara Big Five Lodge have a pool?

Mara Big Five Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Mara Big Five Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Mara Big Five Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mara Big Five Lodge to downtown Maasai Mara?

Mara Big Five Lodge is 14.5 mi away from Maasai Mara.

Mara Big Five Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Härlig safari
Fantastiskt bra tented camp alldeles utanför Talek Gate. Nyrenoverat och fräscht. Mycket bekväma tält. Vällagad och god mat serverades i restaurangen. Trerätters fasta menyer för både lunch och middag. USD 20 per person och måltid.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019