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Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
$100
avg per night

Explore the area

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KARATU, Arusha Region
  • Place, Ngorongoro Crater
  • Place, Karatu Playground
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Manyara (LKY)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 38)

Leitoli

1 Queen Bed

Manyara

1 Queen Bed

Mumba

2 Double Beds

Naseri

1 Queen Bed

Ndutu

1 Queen Bed

Ngarasero

1 Double Bed

Ngorongoro

3 Double Beds

Oldupai

1 Double Bed

Serengeti

1 Queen Bed

10 bathrooms

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Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 7

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 8

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 9

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Price is $100 avg per night

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About the neighborhood

Karatu

Karatu is home to this lodge. Karatu Playground is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Lake Manyara National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Karatu Playground - 14 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area - 15 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Lake Manyara National Park - 25 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Lake Manyara - 39 min drive - 28.6 km

Getting around

  • Lake Manyara (LKY) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lilac Café - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Patamu lodge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kwa Msafiri - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rhotia Coffee Cornet - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant | Gibb’s Farm - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Ancestors Lodge. Walking tour free. Camping site available. Private bathrooms...

The Ancestors lodge is located in the village of Rhotia just before Karatu on the southern slopes of the Crater Highlands. It is ideally located for travelers wishing to visit L. Manyara National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation area, being only 5km and 10km respectively. Its location commands a vantage view of Lake Manyrara and the volcanic hills of Mlima Nyoka (Snake hill) and Losi Mingor (Hedge hog hills). We are a medium sized lodge catering fro medium income tourists
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 55 lbs per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99

Frequently asked questions

Does Ancestors Lodge. Walking tour free. Camping site available. Private bathrooms... have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Ancestors Lodge. Walking tour free. Camping site available. Private bathrooms...?

As of Mar 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ancestors Lodge. Walking tour free. Camping site available. Private bathrooms... on Mar 16, 2026 start from $100, including 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.

Is Ancestors Lodge. Walking tour free. Camping site available. Private bathrooms... pet-friendly?

Yes, Ancestors Lodge. Walking tour free. Camping site available. Private bathrooms... allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ancestors Lodge. Walking tour free. Camping site available. Private bathrooms...?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ancestors Lodge. Walking tour free. Camping site available. Private bathrooms...?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ancestors Lodge. Walking tour free. Camping site available. Private bathrooms... located?

Situated in Karatu, this lodge is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Ngorongoro Conservation Area and within 12 mi (20 km) of Karatu Playground and Lake Manyara National Park. Lake Manyara and Gorigor Swamp are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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