Title: Lilac Elevate Inn - 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=110152936&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Lilac Elevate Inn ## Photo gallery for Lilac Elevate Inn ![Exterior - Lilac Elevate Inn (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110160000/110153000/110152936/87dbeb7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Suite, Balcony - Lilac Elevate Inn (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110160000/110153000/110152936/7e3c2730.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Lilac Elevate Inn (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110160000/110153000/110152936/7ee1bc5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Suite, Balcony - Lilac Elevate Inn (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110160000/110153000/110152936/347020ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Lilac Elevate Inn (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110160000/110153000/110152936/274e91e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Take advantage of free full breakfast, shopping on site, and a bar at Lilac Elevate Inn. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=110152936&PinnedHotelID=110152936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=110152936&PinnedHotelID=110152936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=110152936&PinnedHotelID=110152936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=110152936&PinnedHotelID=110152936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=110152936&PinnedHotelID=110152936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=110152936&PinnedHotelID=110152936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=110152936&PinnedHotelID=110152936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=110152936&PinnedHotelID=110152936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, Balcony, City View ![Standard Double Room, Balcony, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110160000/110153000/110152936/b50a1034.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Balcony, City View - City view - 183 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Balcony, City View ![Standard Twin Room, Balcony, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110160000/110153000/110152936/a6a50b1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, Balcony, City View - City view - 183 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Balcony ![Deluxe Suite, Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110160000/110153000/110152936/49c12f31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite, Balcony - 215 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 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-Lilac-Elevate-Inn.h110152936.Hotel-Information%3Frfrr%3DHOT.HIS.question.link.click)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaratu-Hotels-Lilac-Elevate-Inn.h110152936.Hotel-Information%3Frfrr%3DHOT.HIS.question.link.click) ## About the area Karatu is home to Lilac Elevate Inn. Karatu Playground is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Lake Manyara National Park. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. [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-3.33922%2C35.67136&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xne6ika5qaZ-EZRLvZogrt66DUs=) B144 PO 388, Karatu, Arusha Region, 23601 ### 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 13 min drive \- 5.6 km - ![An elephant and calf emerge from the bush and surprised us. A few moments after this photo was taken the mother charged us when the calf got to close to us! Definitely one of the scariest and most awe inspiring moments of the safari and a reminder to treat nature with the respect it deserves. #lifeatexpedia #elephant #safari #tanzania #africa ](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 31 min drive \- 27.9 km - ![Overlooking 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 39 min drive \- 26.8 km - ![We were completely mesmerized by this sea of pelicans in Lake Manyara National Park. There were tens of thousands of them clustered together at the edge of the lake. We just sat and watched them for well over an hour. If only a photo could replicate the sounds these impressive birds were making!](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 46 min drive \- 35.7 km - Karatu Playground 8 min walk \- 0.8 km ### Getting around - Lake Manyara (LKY) 30 min drive ### Restaurants - Lilac Café 14 min walk - Patamu lodge 10 min walk - Kwa Msafiri 13 min walk - Rhotia Coffee Cornet 9 min drive - Restaurant | Gibb’s Farm 12 min drive ## About this property ### Lilac Elevate Inn Property highlights Take advantage of free full breakfast, shopping on site, and a bar at Lilac Elevate Inn. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self parking - An elevator, a banquet hall, and a TV in the lobby - Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and wedding services Room features All guestrooms at Lilac Elevate Inn boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Highchairs and art supplies - Bathrooms with showers and shampoo - Balconies, daily housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![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 $208 CA $247 total includes taxes & fees Mar 17 - Mar 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&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 - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $96 CA $116 total includes taxes & fees Mar 23 - Mar 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=104041424&PinnedHotelID=104041424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Comfort Cottage, Accessible](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93470000/93461000/93460990/e79e787b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ngorongoro Corridor Lodge Karatu - 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Free secured self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Couples/private dining - Private picnics ### Things to do - Shopping - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Art supplies - Children's games - High chair - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Outdoors - In a nature reserve ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator (28 inch wide door) - Handrails in stairways (39 inches high) - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Champagne service ### More - Desk - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### Property is also known as Lilac Elevate Inn Hotel Lilac Elevate Inn Karatu Lilac Elevate Inn Hotel Karatu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lilac Elevate Inn pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Lilac Elevate Inn? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Lilac Elevate Inn? ### What time is check-out at Lilac Elevate Inn? ### Where is Lilac Elevate Inn located? ## Have a question? 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