Mara Explorer

5.0 star property
Luxury tentalow in Maasai Mara with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Balcony
Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, rainfall showerhead
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Luxury Tent (3 Safaris included)

Highlights

Patio
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 374 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Masai Mara, Maasai Mara, 74888-00200

What's nearby

  • Mara Triangle - 41 min drive
  • Olare Orok Conservancy - 41 min drive
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve - 51 min drive
  • Talek Gate - 51 min drive
  • Naboisho Conservancy - 61 min drive

Getting around

  • Maasai Mara (OLX-Olkiombo) - 2 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (OLG-Olare Airstrip) - 46 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (MDR-Musiara Airstrip) - 59 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (KEU-Keekorok) - 89 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (OSJ-Ol Seki Airstrip) - 105 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (HKR-Mara North) - 135 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (KTJ-Kichwa Tembo) - 145 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (ANA-Angama Mara) - 156 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena) - 163 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 125.4 miles/201.8 km
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Barafu Lounge - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Mara Explorer

Mara Explorer is just 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages, and Talek Lounge serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights at this luxurious tentalow.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 cabins
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite extended parking
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Wildlife and game drive
  • Safari nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Built in 2001
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Art Deco architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Talek Lounge - This fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Destination fee: USD 70 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Mara Explorer
Mara Explorer Masai Mara
Mara Explorer Safari
Mara Explorer Safari Masai Mara
Mara Explorer Camp Hotel Maasai Mara National Reserve
Mara Explorer Camp Kenya/Maasai Mara National Reserve
Mara Explorer Safari/Tentalow Masai Mara
Mara Explorer Safari/Tentalow
Mara Explorer Maasai Mara
Mara Explorer Safari/Tentalow
Mara Explorer Safari/Tentalow Maasai Mara

Frequently asked questions

Does Mara Explorer offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mara Explorer 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.
Are pets allowed at Mara Explorer?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Mara Explorer?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Mara Explorer?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mara Explorer?
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Mara Explorer and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Mara Explorer includes ecotours and a wildlife and game drive. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Mara Explorer?
Yes, Talek Lounge offers alfresco dining.
Does Mara Explorer have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does Mara Explorer have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.