Title: Ancestors Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6145077&destination=Karatu%2C+Arusha+Region%2C+Tanzania&selected=24898829&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ancestors Lodge Guests start their day with a continental breakfast before venturing out to explore or staying on-site to enjoy barbecue options in this peaceful retreat ## Photo gallery for Ancestors Lodge ![Property grounds - Ancestors Lodge (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/66e447f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - Ancestors Lodge (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/ff4adcde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Ancestors Lodge (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/0c522378.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Ancestors Lodge (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/5035f9b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Ancestors Lodge (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/a52ae19b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ancestors Lodge offers a tranquil garden for relaxation after adventures. Enjoy practical amenities like laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. The on-site restaurant serves continental breakfast to fuel your exploration of the surrounding area. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Laundry - Room service ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=24898829&PinnedHotelID=24898829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=24898829&PinnedHotelID=24898829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=24898829&PinnedHotelID=24898829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=24898829&PinnedHotelID=24898829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=24898829&PinnedHotelID=24898829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=24898829&PinnedHotelID=24898829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=24898829&PinnedHotelID=24898829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=24898829&PinnedHotelID=24898829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/ff4adcde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking - Park view - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Smoking ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/ff4adcde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Smoking - Park view - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Twin Beds ### View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Smoking ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/ff4adcde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Smoking - Park view - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Large Twin Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/49da7356.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking - Park view - 538 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaratu-Hotels-Ancestors-Lodge.h24898829.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaratu-Hotels-Ancestors-Lodge.h24898829.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Karatu is home to Ancestors 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. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. [Visit our Karatu travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Karatu.dx6145077) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-3.34028%2C35.69091&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=J28Yzt3UQ0_X8Q70rbKOdetId6Q=) B144 Road, Karatu, Arusha ### What's nearby - ![Landscape of Ngorongoro crater - Herd of wild animals grazing on grassland - herd of zebra and wildebeests (also known as gnus) at sunset - Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania, Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025766/49808725-5dd2-4987-b458-a8c672edb231.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ngorongoro Conservation Area 14 min drive \- 7.1 km - ![Lake Manyara National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058977/b3c8d2db-91f4-4862-9800-ae6bf612d848.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Manyara National Park 29 min drive \- 25.7 km - ![Ngorongoro Crater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/850886072551428096/bdda0029-ec5d-428f-a304-4e9c5778d9f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ngorongoro Crater 41 min drive \- 29.0 km - ![Lake Manyara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058977/be01980e-edc6-4c21-9fd1-121a331d6958.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Manyara 43 min drive \- 33.4 km - Karatu Playground 19 min walk \- 1.6 km ### Getting around - Lake Manyara (LKY) 22 min drive ### Restaurants - Lilac Café 17 min walk - Patamu lodge 4 min drive - Kwa Msafiri 18 min walk - Rhotia Coffee Cornet 7 min drive - Restaurant | Gibb’s Farm 14 min drive ## About this property ### Ancestors Lodge Property highlights You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities at Ancestors Lodge. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk - Tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Ancestors Lodge boast perks such as 24-hour room service, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers - Portable fans, daily housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92920000/92915900/92915803/88c0c8a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Africa Safari Karatu Karatu - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 7.8 Good 7 reviews CA $121 CA $144 total includes taxes & fees Apr 8 - Apr 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=92915803&PinnedHotelID=92915803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110710000/110704900/110704832/6c03b383.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karatu Villas Lodge Karatu - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included CA $211 CA $251 total includes taxes & fees Apr 6 - Apr 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=110704832&PinnedHotelID=110704832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104050000/104041500/104041424/98336718.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stc.Safari lodge Karatu - 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Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 24-inch flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Free bottled water ### More - Desk - Phone - Portable fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Ancestors Lodge Karatu Ancestors Karatu Ancestors Lodge Hotel Ancestors Lodge Karatu Ancestors Lodge Hotel Karatu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ancestors Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ancestors Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Ancestors Lodge? ### Where is Ancestors Lodge located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? 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