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Patamu Restaurant & Lodge

2.5 star property
Lodge in Karatu with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Bathroom | Slippers, towels
Exterior
Restaurant

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Sumawe Road, Karatu Tanzania, Karatu, Manyara Region
  • Place, Karatu Playground
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Ngorongoro Crater
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Manyara (LKY)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double Bed | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Karatu

Located 1 mi (1.7 km) from Karatu Playground, Patamu Restaurant & Lodge is within a 15-minute drive of Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This 16-room lodge welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Karatu Playground - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area - 11 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Lake Manyara National Park - 32 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Ngorongoro Crater - 38 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • Lake Manyara - 46 min drive - 22.4 miles

Getting around

  • Lake Manyara (LKY) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lilac Café - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Patamu lodge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar | Gibb’s Farm - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jack's Pub - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Carnivore Sports Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Patamu Restaurant & Lodge

Lodge in Karatu with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at Patamu Restaurant & Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This lodge also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Ceiling fans and wardrobes or closets are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • 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: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Administrative fee: USD 5 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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
  • Check-in: noon—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Patamu Restaurant &
Patamu Restaurant & Lodge Lodge
Patamu Restaurant & Lodge Karatu
Patamu Restaurant & Lodge Lodge Karatu

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Patamu Restaurant & Lodge?

Patamu Restaurant & Lodge offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Patamu Restaurant & Lodge?

As of Jan 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Patamu Restaurant & Lodge on Jan 21, 2026 start from $52.94, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Patamu Restaurant & Lodge?

This lodge is located in Karatu within a short 20-minute walk of Karatu Playground. Ngorongoro Conservation Area is also within a driving distance of 3.6 mi.

Is parking available on site at Patamu Restaurant & Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Patamu Restaurant & Lodge feature a casino?

No, Patamu Restaurant & Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Patamu Restaurant & Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

Is Patamu Restaurant & Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this lodge will appreciate amenities like slippers as well as free breakfast and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Patamu Restaurant & Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Patamu Restaurant & Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Patamu Restaurant & Lodge offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Patamu Restaurant & Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Patamu Restaurant & Lodge.

Does Patamu Restaurant & Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

What is the closest airport to Patamu Restaurant & Lodge?

The closest major airport to Patamu Restaurant & Lodge is Lake Manyara (LKY), which is 13.4 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Patamu Restaurant & Lodge?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Patamu Restaurant & Lodge.

Patamu Restaurant & Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Patamu lodge

Comfortable budget rooms with lovely staff. Very popular with the tour guides.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alnoor, West Vancouver

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one review I promised myself I would definitely write. This lodge is all renovated. Staff is amazing. Paulina is the best!! Very “natural” setting. Easy 7 minute walk to Karatu, which was a big plus. Just a wonderful setting with all the services Thank you Paulina!! We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024