Ngorongoro Lodge Member Of Melia Collection - The Leading Hotels Of The World

5-star safari lodge on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, The Leading Hotels of the World

Safari & Location

Ngorongoro Lodge Melia Collection sits inside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, 27 km from Ngorongoro Crater. Safari experiences are included with room bookings, with game drives led by guides like Alex or Rashid. The property also offers walking tours, themed dinner nights, and guided cultural tours with the local Maasai community.

Dining & Cuisine

Three on-site restaurants serve international and African cuisines, including the Crater Grill where rib-eye steak is a specialty. Guests can enjoy à la carte breakfast, breakfast in the room, and special diet menus upon request. The head chefs Marco and Tara prepare custom meals, with live music during dinner and a wine/champagne list available.

Wellness & Pool

The infinity pool is heated and open year-round, offering views over Ngorongoro Crater. The on-site spa has a steam room, sauna, foot bath, and massage treatments - therapist Flora receives consistent praise. Fitness center and 24-hour gym facilities are available, alongside a spa lounge/relaxation area for post-treatment rest.

Rooms & Suites

Select rooms come with a kitchen equipped with microwave, minibar, and toaster. Private bathrooms include luxury amenities, and family rooms are available for guests traveling with children. The Crater Suite offers floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the crater, while The Rim Room provides a private veranda.

Family & Activities

The hotel provides babysitting/child services, board games, and a children's menu. On-site entertainment includes temporary art galleries, themed dinner nights, and cultural tours about local Maasai life. Complimentary airport shuttle from Lake Manyara Airport is available, and the 24-hour front desk offers concierge service and private check-in/check-out.

• Location: Inside Ngorongoro Conservation Area, 27 km from Crater
• Safari: Included game drives with private guides
• Dining: 3 restaurants, Crater Grill, special diet menus
• Wellness: Heated infinity pool, spa with sauna & steam room
• Rooms: Crater Suite with floor-to-ceiling windows, family rooms
• Activities: Walking tours, Maasai cultural tours, themed dinners