Fairmont Mara Safari Club

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel in Maasai Mara with 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Riverfront Tent with Twin Beds) | Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Spa services
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is $1,273
includes taxes & fees
$1,094 per night
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2025

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Riverfront Tent with Twin Beds)

Highlights

Balcony
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 344 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Riverfront Tent with Queen Bed)

Highlights

Balcony
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 334 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 344 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Masai Mara National Reserve, Maasai Mara

What's nearby

  • Enonkishu Conservancy - 11 min drive
  • Mara North Conservancy - 19 min drive
  • Olare Orok Conservancy - 78 min drive
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve - 90 min drive
  • Oloololo Gate - 91 min drive

Getting around

  • Maasai Mara (HKR-Mara North) - 57 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (OLG-Olare Airstrip) - 75 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (KTJ-Kichwa Tembo) - 81 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (ANA-Angama Mara) - 98 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (MDR-Musiara Airstrip) - 106 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (OLX-Olkiombo) - 114 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (OSJ-Ol Seki Airstrip) - 129 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena) - 139 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 119.8 miles/192.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Fairmont Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Fairmont Mara Safari Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fairmont Mara Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Fairmont Mara Safari Club

When visiting Maasai Mara, Fairmont Mara Safari Club is a great choice to consider. Guests can indulge in massages, and The Dining Room, one of 3 restaurants, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.

All inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Fairmont Mara Safari Club are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English, French, Italian, Swahili

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 51 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must transfer via Airplane to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Fairmont Mara Safari Club recommends that guests arrange ground transportation from the airport prior to arrival.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Safari nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Dining

The Dining Room - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Globe, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 70.0 per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Fairmont Mara
Fairmont Mara Safari Club
Fairmont Mara Safari Club Hotel
Fairmont Mara Safari Club Hotel Masai Mara
Fairmont Mara Safari Club Masai Mara
Fairmont Safari Club Mara
Mara Fairmont
Mara Safari Club
Mara Safari Club Fairmont
Safari Mara
Fairmont Mara Safari Hotel
Fairmont Mara Safari Club Hotel
Fairmont Mara Safari Club Maasai Mara
Fairmont Mara Safari Club Hotel Maasai Mara

Frequently asked questions

Does Fairmont Mara Safari Club offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Fairmont Mara Safari Club does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Fairmont Mara Safari Club and nearby?
Fairmont Mara Safari Club has 2 bars, an outdoor pool, and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Fairmont Mara Safari Club?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring local and international cuisine.
Does Fairmont Mara Safari Club have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Fairmont Mara Safari Club like?
Fairmont Mara Safari Club is located on the Maasai Mara Strip, a short 1-minute walk from Mara River.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Stay ! Amazing Staff ! Amazing Hotel
The stay was enchanting. Our room overlooked the Mara River, allowing us to watch the hippos bathe daily. The staff was invariably friendly and smiling. Rose, our waiter, was perpetually cheerful. Caleb, in housekeeping, delighted us with charming notes. Moseka, our safari guide, impressed us with his extensive knowledge and knack for finding incredible spots. Nancy, the hotel manager, made it a point to check on us daily, ensuring our satisfaction. In summary, the experience was exceptional, and I am eager to return. My gratitude to Fairmont for their exceptional service!
RONALD, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

a great place
A great place. Had a great 4 days here. We drove in--I would recommend a driver or flying in as the road is very difficult. Saw everything possible as far as wildlife. Loved it!
Paul, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff and service, goog game drive experiences
Frank, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

There’s a reason Fairmont is a cut above the rest... just simply the best properties, facilities and most of all service. Service at the Fairmont Mara was the most genuine I’ve ever experienced. The staff cater to your every need and do it with a smile - everything just seems natural, and you can tell they went through the process of ensuring they hired the right personnel. We were met at the airstrip with nice refreshments and small cold towels, followed by a quick 10 min ride to the facility. Check in was relaxed and seamless. The tents were just beautiful - have everything you would need yet you still feel like you are one with nature. The facilities are impeccably maintained. Included in the price are 3 sumptuous meals a day - can’t beat full board! The bar was well stocked and though the premium drinks are a tad pricey, the service makes them well worth it. Tea, coffee, cookies and hot chocolate are complimentary and available 24 hrs/day. The game drives were just awesome! Two game drives a day included in the price, and our driver Jeremiah knew the Mara inside and out - he has been there 21 years and has such a wealth of knowledge! We saw all the animals you could think of - plenty of elephants, lions, giraffe, cheetahs, rhinos, hyenas, warthogs, antelopes, hippos... you name it! Just barely missed catching the big 5 as two leopards disappeared from our view. Overall I was totally impressed with the Fairmont and will certainly be back.
Maina, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Charging like a 5 * hotel for a 3 * service!
Charging like a 5 star hotel for a 3 star service! Very very disappointing stay! 1) Hotel feels dead (no atmosphere at all) 2) Charges everything as extras on check out (you end up paying more than a 5 star hotel), (supposedly all inclusive but charges u even for water and soft drinks, park entrance...) 3) Service is bad: whatever you order the reception asks you to come pick it up by yourself! 4) Internet only works at the reception 5) Safari drives: the driver would drop us at the hotel half an hour before drop off scheduled time 6) Asked to borrow a mosquito repellent at dinner and they didn’t even have that (in a safari camp)!
Roy, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
This is my second time at the hotel and I’m already planning when I can return. The manager is fabulous and went out of his way to resolve everything when our luggage was lost by the airline. Everyone who works there goes above and beyond. John will make sure you have everything you need when you eat and Steve Larry makes delicious food. Hannah is so sweet and helpful in the gift shop. Joshua took great care of our room. Hot water bottles are left in the bed so it’s extra snuggly when you sleep and he wakes you up with coffee, Kenyan tea or hot chocolate. Last but not least, our incredible guide was Jonathan. I brought my husband back to Kenya for our honeymoon because of my first experience with Jonathan as a guide. He is incredible-let him teach you and I promise you’ll leave with Kenya and the Mara strongly placed in your heart.
Jennifer, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Food was fantastic, service impeccable. In the quieter part of the park, so feels really exclusive. Still saw 4 of the big five.
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a brilliant and unforgettable stay at the Fairmont Massai Safari Club. Everything is perfect including the tents, the game drive, the buffets, and of course the wonderful nature around including all the hippos and monkeys directly coming into the Club sometimes. We had a great guide for the game drive called Boston. He’s so passionate and knowledgeable about the safari animals, and he can even anticipate where the leopard, lions and elephants to go next. That really helped us to have take a lot of very close up photos of the animals. The buffets are also the best we have had during our whole stay in Kenya among different resorts/hotels. There’s a lot of variety and the quality is very consistent. We particularly missed the great salads after we left the Club. We stayed for three nights, and we always had some great choices in every single meal. The only downsides are 1) it’s not close to the main migration area of Massai Mara. You need to take a long ride to go there. 2) the reception doesn’t operate 24 hours. When we wanted to check out early on the last day, we needed to wait for 30 minutes before the receptionist started the day.
Yeuk See Alice, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Food Needs improvement. Also this is the conservatory which is at the end of the national park. You can see the animals what are available but not the migration, which is plentiful.
Ajay, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend this fabulous lodge
Excellence lodge and fantastic service. Fabulous game drives
David, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding safari experience! All the staff were helpful and nice. Antoine was an amazing safari guide. Very knowledgeable!
Michelle, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This property is excellent!! The staff is extremely accommodating and welcoming. Truly a blessing to be able to stay in this magical place.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Have been on 2 prior safaris, this was by far the best. Simply amazing animals, amazing staff and amazing property.
3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Top hotel pick for your Masai Mara Safari
Amazing hotel in the mara! The tent Accomodations were beautiful!!! Wake up to the sound of hippos, enjoy your coffee looking at the river in complete peace. Excellent privacy. Safari was the highlight. Game drivers were so knowledgeable and really made an effort to make sure you see all the animals. Big thanks to Allen and Henry.
Mischa, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Highly Recommended
Fantastic place to stay and the drivers are very knowledgeable. Got to see 4 out of the Big 5 in only 2 safari trips. You only need 2 - 3 nights there.
Deesch, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and location
Our family had a wonderful time and would return. Their website accurately depicts their accommodations. The location allows you to view hippos and crocs right from the property and all of the tents are facing the river for a nice view. The food was good to very good. The tents are clean and in good repair. The employees are friendly and want to be helpful, for example I unknowingly dropped some money on the floor and our waiter spotted it and quickly returned it to me. Our game driver John went out of his way to make sure that we spotted the big 5 plus so much more. It is a mix between a tented camp and a resort, it has a larger feel to it but that suited our needs perfectly.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommmend!
AMAZING stay, great game drives, food is very very good and most of all the service and people are wonderful
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Safe & snug at Kenya's Fairmont Mara Safari Club
Staff (Geoffrey, John, Munene, Miriem) were welcoming & generous with their hospitality from pick up at the airstrip, till departure. There were food choices to suit all, thanks to Chef Nicholas & Team. Delicious wine selection, especially the Mara Red, and great table service, thanks Stephen, Alex & others. Driver Ashford was very skilled in navigating the varied terrains, making me feel safe at all times. His knowledge of game & birds was welcome. Location is great, altitude of 5300 feet, just south of the Equator, with large well appointed tents high above the Mara River, and we could see hippo and crocodiles from our verandah. Plenty of bottled water in the tent, plus fruit plates, coffee machine, tea, minibar. Sammy the room attendant did a great job looking after our needs, and kept the tent immaculate. And the hot water bottles in both queen beds every evening were Devine. The lounges and dining room, plus verandahs wrapping around the main building are all decorated with the African decor that sits so well in a lodge atmosphere. The gift shop has a huge selection of things, reasonably priced. Security at the Lodge is excellent, all vehicles are scrutinised before entry (thanks Wilson), electric fences discretely in the trees, regular patrols, plus personal electronic safe. All in all, just as you would expect from a Fairmont property in the wilderness, and a wonderful way to experience Kenya. We saw lots of animals. The massing for the Migration is stunning.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good value for money
Great value for money as about half the price of some of the fancier lodges. The rooms are lovely and the food is pretty decent, although the restaurant could do with a little more atmosphere! Some more comfortable furniture on the verandah of the tent would also be nice as the wooden chairs do not lend themselves to sitting for more than five minutes!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best family vacations of many...
We have taken many family vacations around the world. 3 days spent at Mara Safari Club were one of the best. Pros- 1. Terrific location - Located on the Mara River with Hippos and Crocodiles visible from living quarters 2. Excellent accommodations and service - very friendly and responsive staff, our driver Evans was fantastic 3. Plentiful wildlife up close - we saw the big 5 and all else several times at touching distance 4. Easy access and exit from Nairobi Things to be careful about 1. Not cheap - you pay for what you get 2. Food choices - while the quality was uniformly good, picky eaters would find the fare limited; you are in the middle of a jungle after all 3. Limited connectivity - wifi in the main hotel only, ideal if you want to unplug and disconcerting if you are used to plugging in 24/7 without paying exorbitant roaming charges
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely amazing
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Great life experience
Wonderful time! I have no regrets about this trip. An amazing place with beautiful people
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Safari Meets Luxury
Great and easy to get to location, every need anticipated. Staff was super attentive. Resort was small enough that we were known, by name, within hours and by all. The schedule was set, everything inclusive, but didn't feel regimented. The resort takes full advantage of the natural surroundings and gives animal encounters with monkeys, hippos, crocs, birds in a safe and up close way. We lacked nothing and the prepared game drives were superb. Our safari was top-notch thanks to the efforts and the planning and the expertise of this hotel. Would not hesitate to send my closest friends and family here.
Verified Expedia guest review