The best available hotels & places to stay near Amboseli National Park

October 5, 2022 Toi Mattera

Discover the best hotels in Amboseli National Park, Amboseli Eco-system, Rift Valley Province including Maasai Simba Camp, Kibo Safari Camp, Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge, Maasai Simba Camp, Sentrim Amboseli Lodge, Ambokili Lodge, AA Lodge Amboseli, WE4Kenya Guesthouses, Kimana Amboseli Camp.
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1. Maasai Simba Camp

Merrueshi Ranch Emali-Loitokitok Road, C102, Amboseli National Park 90121 Kenya
Excellent
81%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 70 reviews

Maasai Simba Camp

Maasai Simba Camp is in the heart of the Maasai country. The camp is 100% owned and managed by the Maasai tribe. The camp, nested in the deep acacia forest on the banks of the Kiboko River, was built by hand with a rustic charm. The camp is ideal for local safaris to Amboseli National Park and hike to Chyulu Hills. If you dreamed of walking with giraffes and zebras this is the place to realize your dream. It’s a perfect spot for people who love the outdoors. Activities include daily walking safari lead by the Maasai warriors, excursion to Amboseli National Park, meeting with Maasai elders and the women cooperative. Bookings are inclusive of full board (3 meals a day), walking safari in a pristine landscape and exclusive cultural experience with the Maasai. The camp has a 4x4 Safari vehicle with pop-up roof for easy wildlife viewing and photography. The Safari vehicle comes with additional fee. The camp sponsors a village school and health center.

Unforgettable cultural and natural experience with Masaai Simba Camp

Reviewed By Jelmer v

Simba Camp was a beautiful experience. The camp just looks beautiful, where huts and banda's are build between all the green(trees and bushes). We slept in a beautiful Banda with shower and toilet. We were very warm welcomed by the Masaai who run the camp. The nature walks during evening and morning make for an authentic experience, seeing wild animals from short distance (such as giraffes, zebra's, gerenuk and even a puff adder!!). Another authentic experience was our dialogue with the elders (Masaai). They gave us a true insight in the Masaai culture. Moreover a trip to the Amboseli park was well arranged. And besides all these wonderful experiences we loved the relaxing atmosphere at Simba camp. Learned to play Mancala from the staff and played rummicub with them. The food was amazing with everyday another menu. We cannot wait to get back!

2. Kibo Safari Camp

Near Kimana Gate, Amboseli National Park 00120 Kenya
Excellent
65%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1508 reviews

Kibo Safari Camp

Kibo Safari Camp is a luxury tented camp picturesquely set within the Amboseli National Park Reserve in Kenya overlooking majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. It is less than 2km from the KWS Amboseli National Park Kimana Gate. The Camp is beautifully landscaped, incorporating an open terraced restaurant and bar under acacia trees, with a swimming pool.

Fantastic camp

Reviewed By mandysX2378IH

I stayed here with 5 of my friends. When you arrive at reception you are blown away by how beautiful it is. The tented rooms were luxurious. The staff were so friendly. It is a 5 minute drive to the wonderful Amboseli park. Here we saw lots of elephants, hippo and lots more. Having Kilimanjaro in the background makes this camp a must. The food was buffet style. There was lots of variety and Milton made the best pizza!! A wonderful stay.

3. Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Amboseli National Park Kenya
Excellent
58%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1060 reviews

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge was created for adventurers with an African dream. With Mount Kilimanjaro soaring majestically just beyond the golden, acacia-specked savannah, the safari lodge offers a graceful blend of stark beauty and lavish comfort in the heart of Kenya’s Amboseli National Park. Nestled in an acacia grove by a gentle mountain spring, our hotel, comprising a Maasai-inspired design, a garden restaurant and a palm-shaded swimming pool and sundeck, provides uninterrupted views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the surrounding landscape. In every detail, the ambience captures the essence of Maasai culture, warmth and indomitable spirit. The setting our Amboseli safari lodge is breathtakingly beautiful, the wildlife abundant and the cuisine, hospitality and amenities unrivalled. Mornings bring stirring views of Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peaks. Whether embarking on a safari to see “The Big Five” (elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino), planting your very own tree as part of our Re-Forestation Programme, or enjoying a bush dinner and glass of wine as the bonfire cinders waft into the indigo night, your stay will be infused with unforgettable moments. Answer the call of the wild at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge – a destination rich in undiscovered experiences.

Great ambiance but the rooms were too small

Reviewed By cindyaQ5556PT

When we got there the service from the staff was prompt and good. The ambiance was great and we got to see an elephant grazing right next to the fence. However the rooms were too small and quite packed next to each other, it was hard to get the feeling of privacy. It had a congested feel. The food was great but something in it gave me a bad case of breakouts on my face, so much that we checked out after one night. However, if you could get over those, it would be an amazing place to stay as it is right inside the Amboseli national park.

4. Maasai Simba Camp

Merrueshi Ranch Emali-Loitokitok Road, C102, Amboseli National Park 90121 Kenya
Excellent
81%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 70 reviews

Maasai Simba Camp

Maasai Simba Camp is in the heart of the Maasai country. The camp is 100% owned and managed by the Maasai tribe. The camp, nested in the deep acacia forest on the banks of the Kiboko River, was built by hand with a rustic charm. The camp is ideal for local safaris to Amboseli National Park and hike to Chyulu Hills. If you dreamed of walking with giraffes and zebras this is the place to realize your dream. It’s a perfect spot for people who love the outdoors. Activities include daily walking safari lead by the Maasai warriors, excursion to Amboseli National Park, meeting with Maasai elders and the women cooperative. Bookings are inclusive of full board (3 meals a day), walking safari in a pristine landscape and exclusive cultural experience with the Maasai. The camp has a 4x4 Safari vehicle with pop-up roof for easy wildlife viewing and photography. The Safari vehicle comes with additional fee. The camp sponsors a village school and health center.

Unforgettable cultural and natural experience with Masaai Simba Camp

Reviewed By Jelmer v

Simba Camp was a beautiful experience. The camp just looks beautiful, where huts and banda's are build between all the green(trees and bushes). We slept in a beautiful Banda with shower and toilet. We were very warm welcomed by the Masaai who run the camp. The nature walks during evening and morning make for an authentic experience, seeing wild animals from short distance (such as giraffes, zebra's, gerenuk and even a puff adder!!). Another authentic experience was our dialogue with the elders (Masaai). They gave us a true insight in the Masaai culture. Moreover a trip to the Amboseli park was well arranged. And besides all these wonderful experiences we loved the relaxing atmosphere at Simba camp. Learned to play Mancala from the staff and played rummicub with them. The food was amazing with everyday another menu. We cannot wait to get back!

5. Sentrim Amboseli Lodge

3 Kms From Kimana Gate, Amboseli National Park 00100 Kenya
Excellent
37%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
6%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 134 reviews

Sentrim Amboseli Lodge

Sentrim Amboseli offers luxury guest accommodation and services. It is bordering the Amboseli National Park, 3 km from Kimana gate. The 60 luxurious and comfortable deluxe tents and homes are spread out across the plains and offer fantastic views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Enjoy Free WiFi at the public area. The lodge features: 24 hour security, Gift Shop, Restaurant and Bar, Outdoor Swimming pool, Massage parlour & spa and conference hall for meetings.

Nice place at the foot of Kilimanjaro

Reviewed By Krista S

I really enjoyed this hotel. The food was good, and the staff was great for the most part. Our guide arranged for us to walk with a Maasai conservationist on staff, and that was really cool. The morning view of the mountain was stunning. We liked that we could buy and mail post cards right there, though we are going on two months since sending them and they have yet to arrive. ? The reason I am giving them a lot rating is because there was a safari guide there harassing me for attention, and when I refused to join him for a drink he got an employee of the lodge to deliver a message to my room. They went to the wrong room though, and my friend refused to answer the door. We went to reception to find it what was going on, and thankfully OUR guide happened to be there and was able to communicate with the last and the room steward who had tried to deliver the message. They made up a story about some other guide needing to get a message to their client and it was just a mistake. But the next morning there was a note for me on my breakfast table from the guy, and he made sure to stop by to tell me to call him later before he moved on with his clients. I let our guide know what happened, and he told us that the room steward was reluctant to talk before he finally made up the story, so he must have had some kind of deal with that other guy. I found it really off-putting that the employees would take part in the harassment of their guests by guides who are supposed to be professionals and then make up a lie to cover it up. The only reason I knew they were trying to cover it up is because our guide happened to be right there when we went to find out what was going on.

6. Ambokili Lodge

Along Oloitoktok Highway, Amboseli National Park 508 Kenya
Ambokili Lodge

Ambokili Lodge is a Safari Lodge located within the Amboseli Eco-System, designed for the adventurous traveler looking for a getaway experience in the wild at an affordable rate. Tastefully designed with the predominant Maasai cultural theme, we pride ourselves in the use of Green energy (Solar power) and Conservation efforts to remain an Eco Establishment that preserves the environment. We have Four Double rooms each with ensuite bathrooms. We also have additional three Permanent tents each with a queen size bed and ensuite bathroom. Our major attractions include the Amboseli National park which features large elephant herds living in their natural habitat co-existing with other wildlife against the backdrop of the Majestic Mount. Kilimanjaro. A visit to a Maasai cultural village also enriches one's experience and gives insight to the Maasai cultural lifestyle. Ambokili Lodge is also strategically located along a major highway (Oloitoktok highway) for easy access and fluid movement for our guests that allows for other explorations like the Border town of Kenya and Tanzania, Tsavo East and Kimana conservancy.

7. AA Lodge Amboseli

Kimana Gate, Amboseli National Park 00100 Kenya
Excellent
40%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
6%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 234 reviews

AA Lodge Amboseli

AA LODGE AMBOSELI is strategically located 4km outside Amboseli National Park main gate (Kimana Gate). Conveniently within the Emali-Loitoktok highway, it is 240 km from Nairobi, 90 km from Namanga and 16 km from Amboseli airstrip.The lodge is set in 60 acres of land and commands a strategic location due to its proximity to the park, the authentic culture of the local Maasai Community and the panoramic views of the snow caped Mt. Kilimanjaro, the world’s highest free standing mountain.

APPRECIATE AND RECOMMENDATION

Reviewed By tripitsafaris

I and my friends visited AA lodge Amboseli. We had a perfect trip and time together. The chefs, staff and the entire services rendered there were wonderful and to perfection. I further extend my appreciation to Mr. John Awimbo for managing my bookings and involvement throughout out our stay. You were always reachable for inquiries and advice all through. I highly recommend Mr. John Awimbo and AA Lodges ANYTIME, ANYDAY!!! Looking forward to visiting AA Maasai Mara this coming weekend and I’m hoping for a remarkable trip too!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️??

8. WE4Kenya Guesthouses

Amboseli National Park Kenya
Excellent
70%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
3%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 33 reviews

WE4Kenya Guesthouses

Welcome to our guesthouses and campsite on one of the most beautiful places in the world, at the foot of the Majestic mount Kilimanjaro in the middle of the nature! We are looking forward to host you in one of our cozy, comfortable and low budget accommodations. Every house has her own enjoyable sitting place at a veranda. Accommodation we have: 2 cottages (1-5 persons) with own toilet and shower. 2 tenthouses (1-4 persons) this guests are using the shared toilet and shower building Ready tents at the campsite (1-2 persons) We celebrate every day with a bonfire serrounded with guests from all over the world! Activities we offer: - Game drives Amboseli NP - Nature and culture walks - Visit local market - Motorbike tours in the area and to the foot of the mount Kilimanjaro - other tours in Kenya : in and around Nairobi, Kenyan coast, ect Our prices are between 1700 Ksh and 5500 Ksh pppn, depends on your choice of the accommodation and if you stay Bed and Breakfast/Full board.

Highlight of my 8 month backpacking trip

Reviewed By Meganks17

WOW, I had the most amazing 4 nights at We4Kenya!! From the moment I arrived, I felt like family. Wilson is incredibly generous and accommodating, and feels more like a friend than simply a host. The view of Kilimanjaro is breathtaking. The campfire under the stars at night is homey and inviting. The camp is just outside of the park amongst Maasai villages, and it is a wonderful experience to be immersed in the culture in an authentic, non-touristic way. I also did the motorcycle safari and explored the villages by bike which I really enjoyed. All in all I can’t recommend We4Kenya enough!! It will always have a special place in my heart and I can honestly say that in 8 months of backpacking in Africa, my experience at We4Kenya is one of the highlights of my trip. Thank you Wilson, Moses, Melvin, Isaiah, Rachel (and baby Max) for all of the hospitality! I can’t wait to come back again one day :)

9. Kimana Amboseli Camp

Kimana Gate, Amboseli National Park 00100 Kenya
Excellent
7%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
18%
Terrible
26%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 82 reviews

Kimana Amboseli Camp

Kimana Amboseli Tented Camp is situated North West of Mt. Kilimanjaro, on the border with Tanzania and only 2 kilometres from the Kimana main gate. The Camp houses 20 tent rooms, all of which feature modern conveniences well-suited for various types of Guests. The camp also features large camping grounds and camping facilities suitable for a memorable safari experience. For Guests visiting from outside the region, money exchange services are available as well as airport shuttles and car hire services. In addition, the Camp has ample parking space and luggage storage rooms are available.

Amazing Stars! Nice Staff!

Reviewed By 1travelgal444

PROS: Friendly staff, view of Mt. Kilimanjaro from the camp (if you can see it behind the clouds). Lots of options with private cabins, tented camps, or DIY camp sites. Nice facility! Amazing stars!!! CONS: The bed frame was broken so I felt like I was going to collapse through to the floor. Dark, so bring a flashlight.

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