Deluxe Suites
King or twin beds
Expansive suites with indoor sitting areas, stone fireplaces and private verandas facing Mount Oldeani and the valley.
Accommodation · Karatu
Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge
★★★★★
- 5-Star Colonial-Style Lodge
- 360° Mountain Views
- 40 Acres of Gardens
- 130+ Bird Species
Category
Luxury
Location
Karatu
Rooms
51 Suites & Cottages
Ngorongoro Gate
~15–20 min
Overview
Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge is a spectacular 5-star colonial-style lodge situated on a picturesque hill offering 360-degree views of Mount Oldeani and the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. Set within 40 acres of lush botanical gardens and native vegetation - home to over 130 species of birds - the lodge offers an exclusive and serene retreat on the Northern Safari Circuit.
The main lodge features grand architecture that blends classic European colonial elegance with traditional African artistic accents. Positioned elevated above the landscape, guests can enjoy panoramic vistas stretching out toward Lake Eyasi and Lake Manyara.
Whether preparing for an early morning game drive into the Ngorongoro Crater or returning from a safari adventure, Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge provides world-class amenities, including gourmet fine dining, full-service spa treatments, an infinity swimming pool, and dedicated personal service.
- Infinity pool
- Spa & gym
- Fireplace in every suite
- Games room & kids lounge
- Conference facilities
Location & key distances
Situated in the Karatu district near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area boundary.
- Ngorongoro Crater (Loduare Gate)~9 km (15–20 min)
- Karatu Town Center~12 km (15 min)
- Lake Manyara National Park Gate~30 km (35 min)
- Lake Manyara Airstrip~43 km (45–50 min)
- Arusha City Center~130 km (2.5 hr)
Accommodation
51 individual luxury suites and standalone cottages designed for comfort, privacy and scenic immersion. Every suite includes:
- Air Conditioning & Fans
- Stone Bathroom
- Indoor & Outdoor Rain Showers
- Deep Soaking Bathtub
- In-Room Fireplace
- Private Terrace
- Wi-Fi & Satellite TV
- Minibar, Safe & Tea/Coffee
Livingstone Suite
Exclusive master suite
Enhanced space, a lavish living room, private dining and premium VIP amenities.
Dining & culinary experience
Main Dining Restaurant
Lavish breakfast buffets, multi-course lunches and gourmet dinners mixing international and Tanzanian flavors.
Main Lounge & Bar
Fine wines, spirits, artisanal cocktails and single-origin coffee with sunset views.
Private Dining & Sundowners
Candlelit dinners on suite balconies, poolside decks or garden lawns under the stars.
Safari Picnic Boxes
Chef-curated packed lunches for Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara or Lake Eyasi.
Facilities, wellness & recreation
Infinity Horizon Pool
Rim-flow pool overlooking the slopes of Mount Oldeani.
Full-Service Spa & Gym
Massages, aromatherapy, facials and a fully equipped fitness room.
Cultural Evenings
Maasai dance performances and storytelling around the boma campfire.
Games Room & Kids' Lounge
Billiards, table tennis, board games and child-friendly activities.
Conferences & events
- Corporate retreats
Meeting Rooms & Boardrooms
Modern meeting rooms for corporate retreats and private events.
Activities nearby
Organized by ETAKaratu and Mto wa Mbu sit between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater. Every game drive and excursion can be arranged by Explore Trekking Adventure (ETA).
Game Drives
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Tarangire National Park
Culture
- Lake Eyasi & Hadzabe visit
- Mto wa Mbu village walk
- Maasai boma visit
Karatu Highlands
- Coffee farm tour
- Guided nature walks
Onward Journeys
- Serengeti National Park
- Olduvai Gorge
Stay here as part of your ETA trip
We can include Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge in your safari, Kilimanjaro climb or Zanzibar holiday - with transfers and every excursion arranged by our team in one plan.
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