Title: Ancestors Lodge - 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) # 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) ![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) ![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/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. 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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 - Karatu Playground \- 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Ngorongoro Conservation Area \- 14 min drive \- 7.1 km - Lake Manyara National Park \- 29 min drive \- 25.7 km - Ngorongoro Crater \- 41 min drive \- 29.0 km - Lake Manyara \- 43 min drive \- 33.4 km ### Getting around - Lake Manyara (LKY) - 22 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Lilac Café - ‬17 min walk - ‪Patamu lodge - ‬4 min drive - ‪Bar | Gibb’s Farm - ‬14 min drive - ‪Jack's Pub - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Carnivore Sports Bar - ‬3 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, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage 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. 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Free WiFi - Housekeeping CA $91 CA $109 total includes taxes & fees Jan 17 - Jan 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=112749605&PinnedHotelID=112749605&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Outdoors - 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? ## Have a question? 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