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A cozy room with a stone wall, wooden furniture, and a large window offering a scenic view.

A cozy room with a large window, a sofa, chairs, and a table.

A stone-walled building with a wooden deck leading to a covered area.

A stone building with multiple rooms, surrounded by lush greenery and hills in the background.

1. Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

6.9 km from Lake Magadi

Graham

€665

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large resort with multiple guest rooms, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained garden.

A wooden bridge leading to a row of rooms with a brick facade, surrounded by greenery.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, a central staircase, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, multiple sofas, a central coffee table, and a decorative chandelier.

2. The Retreat at Ngorongoro

19.2 km from Lake Magadi

Carleen

€388

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A poolside area with a fire feature, umbrellas, and a deck overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A resort with wooden cabins, a pool area, and a scenic hillside view.

A traditional thatched-roof house with a wooden deck, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and various shrubs.

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa set, a bed with a canopy, and a fireplace.

3. Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge

14.2 km from Lake Magadi

Lorie

€885

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A courtyard with palm trees, a building with arched windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A dining table set with plates, a water bottle, and a bowl of salad.

A courtyard with a palm tree, lounge chairs, and a building with arched windows.

A building with a red roof and arched windows, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

4. Stc.Safari lodge

17.1 km from Lake Magadi

Tine

€80

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A thatched-roof gazebo with seating and planters, surrounded by trees.

A brick building with a wooden door and windows, surrounded by greenery.

A bar with wooden shelves stocked with various bottles and glasses.

A hotel room with a bed, white linens, a wooden headboard, and a canopy.

5. Patamu Restaurant & Lodge

21.8 km from Lake Magadi

Eric

€60

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of a valley and mountains.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements.

A spacious living room with a large window offering a scenic view, a flat-screen TV, and modern furniture.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains. There are two leather armchairs and a sofa with cushions.

6. Ngorongoro Lodge member of Meliá Collection - The Leading Hotels of the World

9.1 km from Lake Magadi

Faruk

€1,152

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A bar area with wicker furniture and a brick wall.

A rustic bar area with a dartboard, wooden furniture, and a stone wall.

A wooden pathway with metal railings surrounded by dense bamboo foliage.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a brick wall, and potted plants.

7. Octagon Lodge

22.3 km from Lake Magadi

ida

€154

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a fireplace, and large woven light fixtures.

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a view of a lush garden.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden nightstand, a wicker chest, a desk with a chair, and a wardrobe.

8. Turaco Ngorongoro Valley, a Tribute Portfolio Lodge

20.4 km from Lake Magadi

Greg L

€409

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A tented room with a bed, a rocking chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A rustic interior with a wooden bar, a fireplace, and a checkered tablecloth.

A wooden structure with a green roof, surrounded by dense greenery and a dirt path leading to a forested area.

9. Crater Forest Tented Camp

3.4 km from Lake Magadi

Pamela

€245

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A narrow stone pathway leading to a wooden gate with a lattice design, surrounded by potted plants and a view of the landscape.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the landscape.

A wooden sign with the text "Lilac Elevate Inn" and "free Wifi" indicating the name and amenities of the establishment.

A spacious living area with a sofa set, wooden furniture, and a fireplace.

10. Lilac Elevate Inn

22.3 km from Lake Magadi

€48

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A wooden room with a bed, a hanging light fixture, and a large window with a view of the landscape.

A group of people standing on a staircase in front of a thatched-roof building surrounded by greenery.

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by stone walls and lush greenery.

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, wooden tables, and hanging light fixtures.

11. Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge

22.4 km from Lake Magadi

Nicklas

€316

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the outdoors, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern brick house with a sloped roof, large windows, and a covered porch area.

A bedroom with a large bed, a woven rug, a window with curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

12. Lilac Hideaway

20.3 km from Lake Magadi

"We had a great stay at lilac hideaway but the thing that stood out most are the way they stepped up to help guests with travel plans We rented a dud 4x4 and it would not start after we checked in - but Eli jumped in an d organized mechanics to come and then drove with us to take the car to the mechanics once they had gotten a new battery in. The car had no brake or transmission fluids and an corroded alternator wire - Eli stayed at the mechanic while we got some food next door The mechanics...

Karen

€106

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A multi-story hotel with illuminated signage and balconies.

A multi-story hotel with balconies and a sign reading "PEAK HOTEL".

A dining area with two tables set for four, each with red checkered tablecloths, white plates, and cutlery. A flat-screen TV mounted on the wall displays a Netflix interface.

A well-maintained grassy area with a pathway leading to a parking area.

13. PEAK HOTEL

22.5 km from Lake Magadi

"As the name would imply, the hotel is located uphill from the main street of the town. The rooms were spacious and were separated by a wall, so each person had their own section. The bathroom was an issue as the toilet, sink and shower were all in the same place, so that if someone had a shower, the whole floor would get wet. The wi-fi was inconsistent but worked better in the dining area. The restaurant had minimal options and you had to order what you wanted for the evening hours beforehand. I...

Khan

€111

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with a wooden bed, white bedding, a mirror, a bedside table, and a blue armchair.

A three-tiered serving tray with various dishes and a bottle of olive oil on a wooden table.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, arranged in a spacious room with large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, and red balloons.

14. Kasi Tembo Rest House

12.4 km from Lake Magadi

€160

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A wooden dining table with a patterned tablecloth, surrounded by rustic chairs.

A room with a bed under a white canopy, a bedside table, a lamp, and a chair.

A wooden room with a wooden ladder shelf and a wooden door.

Two wooden chairs with woven seats and backs, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of the landscape through a wooden structure.

15. Amani Eserian Ngorongoro

7.2 km from Lake Magadi

€491

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a herringbone ceiling, and a view of the city.

A spacious living room with a large TV, a fireplace, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A room with a large window offering a view of a landscape. There is a sectional sofa with multiple cushions.

16. Ngorongoro Lodge Melia Collection

7.9 km from Lake Magadi

€886

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A residential area with multiple houses, each with a sloped roof and surrounded by greenery.

A room with two modern chairs and a small round table.

A reception sign on a wooden post with a metal railing in the foreground.

A restaurant with a brick wall, blue chairs, a leather couch, and a staircase.

17. Ngorongoro Corridor Lodge

21.1 km from Lake Magadi

€130

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A building with a reception area, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a variety of plants.

A room with two single beds, each with a canopy bedspread and a wooden headboard.

A dining area with tables set for four, featuring red and blue checkered tablecloths and a central floral arrangement.

18. PERIGRIN REST HOUSE

21.9 km from Lake Magadi

€47

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A swimming pool with a blue edge, surrounded by greenery and a small gazebo.

A dining area with tables set for meals, chairs, and a plant on each table.

A swimming pool with a blue edge, surrounded by a low wall and a covered area with a table and chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, a headboard, and a mosquito net.

19. Ngorongoro Villa and Restaurant Karatu

21.3 km from Lake Magadi

€44

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A four-poster bed with white linens and pillows, a wooden desk with a chair, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern staircase with metal railings, a marble floor, and a wooden wall panel design.

A room with two beds, each with a canopy, and a view of the city through large windows.

A spacious room with large windows, multiple wooden chairs, a small round table, and a ceiling light fixture.

20. Skylark Hotel

22.3 km from Lake Magadi

€84

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Magadi

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge	8.8 Excellent 25 reviews	View
The Retreat at Ngorongoro	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 40 reviews	View
Stc.Safari lodge	9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews	View
Patamu Restaurant & Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews	View

Top Lake Magadi Hotel Reviews

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location! The staff makes you feel valued and welcome!"

Patamu Restaurant & Lodge

8/10 Good

"Patumu Hotel is well-located near the entrance to Ngorongoro Crater National Park. The hotel is simple with clean rooms and comfortable beds, but a bit dimly lit. The hotel staff was very welcoming and helpful in directing me to local services. There was ample parking and a restaurant."

Other attractions near Lake Magadi

Oldupai Gorge

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oldupai Gorge during your travels in Ngorongoro.

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Lerai Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Lerai Forest, a lovely green space in Ngorongoro.

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Mandusi Swamp

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mandusi Swamp during your travels in Ngorongoro.

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Gorigor Swamp

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Gorigor Swamp during your travels in Ngorongoro.

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Karatu Playground

After visiting Karatu Playground, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Karatu. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area.

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Olduvai Gorge

Olduvai Gorge is just one of the places to see in Ngorongoro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Lake Empakaa

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Empakaa during your travels in Ngorongoro.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Magadi?

Lake Magadi is located in Ngorongoro. You'll find 9 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Magadi?

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this lodge offers a full-service spa and free breakfast. It's located 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Lake Magadi. Other good options within a few miles include Crater Forest Tented Camp and Pakulala Safari Camp - East Africa Camps.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Lake Magadi?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Magadi.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Magadi, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Lake Magadi.

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Our top choices for Lake Magadi hotels

1. Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

2. The Retreat at Ngorongoro

3. Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge

4. Stc.Safari lodge

5. Patamu Restaurant & Lodge

6. Ngorongoro Lodge member of Meliá Collection - The Leading Hotels of the World

7. Octagon Lodge

8. Turaco Ngorongoro Valley, a Tribute Portfolio Lodge

9. Crater Forest Tented Camp

10. Lilac Elevate Inn

11. Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge

12. Lilac Hideaway

13. PEAK HOTEL

14. Kasi Tembo Rest House

15. Amani Eserian Ngorongoro

16. Ngorongoro Lodge Melia Collection

17. Ngorongoro Corridor Lodge

18. PERIGRIN REST HOUSE

19. Ngorongoro Villa and Restaurant Karatu

20. Skylark Hotel

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Top Lake Magadi Hotel Reviews

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Patamu Restaurant & Lodge

Other attractions near Lake Magadi

Oldupai Gorge

Lerai Forest

Mandusi Swamp

Gorigor Swamp

Karatu Playground

Olduvai Gorge

Lake Empakaa

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