Best hotels in Masai Mara

Along a bend in the Talek river, reached by a swinging footbridge sits Mara Intrepids camp, tucked in a prime position inside the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Shaded by large trees along the river bank with everything being a short drive away this camp blends the wondrous comfort of permanent camping with efficient and welcoming staff and some lovely sweeping views over the surrounds. Close by is some exceptional game viewing-expect some thrilling river crossings! Enjoy drinks by the campfire, dinners in the bush or simply sitting on your porch listening to the grunts of hippos and the splash of crocodiles.

The Lodge is located within the private Siana Conservancy in its own secluded valley overlooking the world famous Masai Mara Game Reserve, home of the annual Great Wildebeest Migration. This location offers visitors fantastic game viewing opportunities in the Siana Conservancy and a private waterhole and salt lick allows the guests to view the stunning variety of African wildlife from the comfort of their luxury suites. Spirit of the Masai Mara consists of 10 solidly built air conditioned suites, uniquely blending a modern design and traditional building materials. Each suite comprises of a large lounge with a private bar, spacious bedroom and beautiful bathroom with tub and shower. Enjoy the stunning vistas from the private verandah overlooking the Siana Conservancy.

The crown jewel of the Loirien Mara collection, this expansive three-bedroom villa sprawls across nearly 900 square metres on the Oloololo Escarpment within the exclusive Partakilat Conservancy. Named after the sacred Maasai Olive Tree, Loirien Villa redefines safari luxury with amenities you'd expect in a five-star resort – think wine cellar, bar area, sauna, steam room, office, and media room – all whilst overlooking the endless plains of the Mara Triangle. Your own dedicated staff team, private safari vehicle, and resident chef ensure every detail is handled, from dawn game drives to starlit dinners in the garden. With a dining table seating 20 and a sprawling private garden stretching to the escarpment's edge, this is the ultimate villa for families or groups seeking both adventure and complete privacy.

Tangulia Ndogo is a tented safari camp situated on private land on the Western boundary of the Mara Reserve. It is located a short distance from Tangulia Mara camp and is booked on an exclusive use basis with a minimum requirement of four guests for two nights. Its location allows easy access for game drives around the Musiara Marsh, the short grass plains and Rhino Ridge in the Mara Reserve; or across the Mara River bridge into the Mara Triangle west of the river. Both areas are rich in biodiversity and offer prime wildlife and big cat viewing; and, during the migration, ready access to some of the main river-crossing sites.

Tucked along the Ntiakitiak River in the exclusive Olare Motorogi Conservancy, this luxury tented camp proves that five-star service and wilderness immersion can coexist beautifully. With just twelve tents and access to one of the world's highest concentrations of lions, you'll experience the Mara minus the crowds that typically swarm the main reserve. The camp's unfenced setting means wildlife wanders freely (hippos grunting from the riverbank are your evening soundtrack), whilst Edwardian safari styling meets contemporary comforts inside. There's 24-hour butler service, an organic garden supplying the kitchens, and game drives that venture into both the conservancy and adjacent Masai Mara National Reserve. The Kempinski name brings European hospitality standards to the African bush.

The family run Mara Camp is set up on the banks of the beautiful Mara River in the shade of the unique riverine forest and on the edge of Paradise Plains. Located in the world famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Strategically positioned to have access to both the main Masai Mara National Reserve and the Mara Triangle.

Manzili Mara offers an intimate escape on the Siria Escarpment, overlooking the Maasai Mara and Northern Serengeti. With curated interiors, treetop decks, and vast views, it offers a sanctuary for those seeking immersion, privacy, and the rhythm of slow safari travel.

Tucked along the banks of the Njageteck River in Mara North Conservancy, Hemingways River Camp is the sort of place that safari dreams are made of. With just eight canvas havens, this is intimate safari at its finest – where hippos grunt their morning hellos from the water and leopards occasionally stroll past your veranda. The camp has that magical combination of barefoot luxury and genuine bush authenticity. Whether you're tracking the resident lion pride with expert Maasai guides, enjoying sundowners while elephants drink at the springs, or simply listening to the symphony of the wild from your private deck, this is safari as personal as it gets.

“Entumoto” means “meeting point” in Maa, and that’s exactly what this place is — where the hills meet the plains, and where people come together to share the magic of the Mara. It’s an intimate, family-run camp where you’re welcomed as a friend, surrounded by wilderness, warmth, and a deep love for nature.