Title: The Retreat at Ngorongoro - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Retreat at Ngorongoro Family-friendly hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast ## Photo gallery for The Retreat at Ngorongoro ![Aerial view - The Retreat at Ngorongoro (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15700000/15699500/15699423/87b03b4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - The Retreat at Ngorongoro (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15700000/15699500/15699423/7f950a9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - The Retreat at Ngorongoro (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15700000/15699500/15699423/273aa4cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - The Retreat at Ngorongoro (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15700000/15699500/15699423/cd47e9ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - The Retreat at Ngorongoro (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15700000/15699500/15699423/b146a30d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Perched in the mountains, The Retreat at Ngorongoro offers a serene retreat with continental breakfast and a spa where you can unwind with a Thai massage. Take advantage of the outdoor pool, gym, playground, on-site restaurant and bar for an unforgettable family-friendly experience. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Spa - Gym - Pool - Breakfast included - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 15 - Dec. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=15699423&PinnedHotelID=15699423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=15699423&PinnedHotelID=15699423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 16 - Dec. 17](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=15699423&PinnedHotelID=15699423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=15699423&PinnedHotelID=15699423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=15699423&PinnedHotelID=15699423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=15699423&PinnedHotelID=15699423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=15699423&PinnedHotelID=15699423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=15699423&PinnedHotelID=15699423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15700000/15699500/15699423/ca0be8a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View ### Highlights Furnished balcony Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Day bed - 1066 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Cottage, 1 King Bed, Mountain View ![Deluxe Cottage, 1 King Bed, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15700000/15699500/15699423/777605b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Cottage, 1 King Bed, Mountain View ### Highlights Furnished balcony Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Day bed - 1066 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 1 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaratu-Hotels-The-Retreat-At-Ngorongoro.h15699423.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaratu-Hotels-The-Retreat-At-Ngorongoro.h15699423.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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-3.29902%2C35.67099&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wV75v_JJ92AfJ5QkWS-SPITg71E=) Tloma Area, Karatu, Arusha Region #### What's nearby - Ngorongoro Conservation Area \- 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - Karatu Playground \- 12 min drive \- 6.4 km - Lake Manyara National Park \- 42 min drive \- 32.0 km - Lake Manyara \- 56 min drive \- 39.7 km - Ngorongoro Crater \- 59 min drive \- 36.0 km #### Getting around - Arusha (ARK) - 165 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lilac Café - ‬12 min drive - ‪Patamu lodge - ‬12 min drive - ‪Bar | Gibb’s Farm - ‬15 min walk - ‪Restaurant Simba Lodge - ‬31 min drive - ‪Rhotia Coffee Corner - ‬31 min drive ## About this property ### The Retreat at Ngorongoro Upscale family-friendly hotel near Ngorongoro Conservation Area Consider a stay at The Retreat at Ngorongoro and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Free self parking - Bike rentals, access to a nearby health club, and express check-in - A 24-hour front desk, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as perks like furnished balconies and bathrobes. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Childcare services and free infant beds - Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters - Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers - Electric kettles, portable fans, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18460000/18459500/18459430/54dad582.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge Karatu - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Spa 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $973 CA $1,158 total includes taxes & fees Dec 18 - Dec 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-18&endDate=2025-12-19&selected=18459430&PinnedHotelID=18459430&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55020000/55015800/55015788/b8b365fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge Karatu - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews CA $503 CA $606 total includes taxes & fees Dec 16 - 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A bar/lounge - A poolside bar - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle rentals - Billiards/pool table - Children's pool - Ecotours - Full-service spa - Gym - Outdoor pool - Playground - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Children's pool - In-room babysitting (surcharge) - In-room crib - Laundry facilities - Living room - Outdoor pool - Playground - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Separate bedroom - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Business services - Conference center - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - In a national park - In the mountains - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Full-service spa - In-room massages - Thai massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - Front entrance ramp - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (24 inches high) - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible van parking ### More - Banquet hall - Built in 2016 - Fireplace in lobby - Mosquito nets - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Day bed - Down comforter - Egyptian cotton sheets - Free crib - Pillowtop mattress - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Bidet - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - In-room dining only - Limited room service ### More - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Fireplace - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Living room - Portable fan - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 1 AM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments 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 available Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining) ### Property is also known as Retreat Ngorongoro Karatu The Retreat at Ngorongoro Hotel The Retreat at Ngorongoro Karatu The Retreat at Ngorongoro Hotel Karatu ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Retreat at Ngorongoro have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Retreat at Ngorongoro? ### Is The Retreat at Ngorongoro pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Retreat at Ngorongoro? ### What time is check-out at The Retreat at Ngorongoro? ### Where is The Retreat at Ngorongoro located? ## Have a question? 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