10/10 Excellent
Linda, Manhattan Beach
Traveled with family
Jan 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Linda
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Karen Blixen Camp
3.5 star property
Tentalow in Maasai Mara with a full-service spa and free breakfast
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Spa
- Free airport shuttle
- Bar
- Pool
- 24/7 front desk
- Pet friendly
Explore the area
C13, Mara North Conservancy, Maasai Mara, Narok Country, 00100
- Mara North Conservancy1 min walk
- Oloololo Gate34 min drive
- Musiara Gate44 min drive
- Maasai Mara (ANA-Angama Mara)
Room options
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Tent
- River view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood
Maasai Mara
Karen Blixen Camp places you next to Mara North Conservancy and within a 15-minute walk of Mara River. This 22-room, 3.5-star tentalow has free breakfast along with conveniences like a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.
What's nearby
- Mara North Conservancy - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
- Oloololo Gate - 34 min drive - 9.5 miles
- Maasai Mara National Reserve - 34 min drive - 9.5 miles
- Musiara Gate - 44 min drive - 10.2 miles
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About this property
Karen Blixen Camp
Tentalow in Maasai Mara with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Guests staying at Karen Blixen Camp enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa tentalow include a terrace, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and bathrobes. Furnished balconies or patios, private yards, and desks are also available.
Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Karen Blixen Camp Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is open daily.
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Free English breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
- Free daily manager's reception
Things to do
- Full-service spa
- Game viewing
- Outdoor pool
- Safari
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Full-service spa
- Body scrubs
- Couples treatment rooms
- Deep-tissue massages
- Facials
- Hot stone massages
- Manicures/pedicures
- Spa open daily
- Swedish massages
- Treatment room
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No elevator
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
- Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Hair dryer (on request)
- Partially-open bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Free bottled water
More
- Desk
- Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- This property welcomes pets for free
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:
- Deposit: USD 600.0 per night
The charges below are included in your overall room price:
- New Year's Eve gala dinner fee
- New Year's Day gala dinner fee
- Christmas Day gala dinner fee
- Christmas Eve gala dinner fee
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 and cash
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
- Check-in: noon
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). 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.
- 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.
- 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 and cash.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- A charge for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner on December 25 is included in the total price shown.
- A charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner on December 24 is included in the total price shown.
- A charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner on December 31 is included in the total price shown.
- A charge for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner on January 1 is included in the total price shown.
- There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
Karen Blixen Camp Maasai Mara
Karen Blixen Camp Safari/Tentalow
Karen Blixen Camp Safari/Tentalow Maasai Mara
Frequently asked questions
Is a free cancellation option available at Karen Blixen Camp?
Karen Blixen Camp offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.
What's there to see within easy reach of Karen Blixen Camp?
This tentalow is located in Maasai Mara, just steps from Mara North Conservancy. Mara River is within a walking distance of 0.5 mi.
Is there parking available at Karen Blixen Camp?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the tentalow.
Is there a spa at Karen Blixen Camp?
Karen Blixen Camp Spa is the tentalow's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, and couples treatments.
Does Karen Blixen Camp include a casino at the property?
No, Karen Blixen Camp doesn't have a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at Karen Blixen Camp?
No, this tentalow doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
Is Karen Blixen Camp good for couples?
There are plenty of amenities for couples at this tentalow, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.
Does Karen Blixen Camp have a hot tub?
No, this tentalow doesn't have a spa tub.
Does Karen Blixen Camp feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?
Yes, Karen Blixen Camp serves free English breakfast each morning from its restaurant.
Will Karen Blixen Camp allow pets to stay for free?
Yes, pets stay free at Karen Blixen Camp.
How far is the airport from Karen Blixen Camp?
The closest major airport to Karen Blixen Camp is Maasai Mara (KTJ-Kichwa Tembo), which is 10.3 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Maasai Mara (HKR-Mara North), which is located 14.3 mi away (46-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Karen Blixen Camp?
Yes, every accommodation at Karen Blixen Camp comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring river views.
Karen Blixen Camp Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
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Amenities
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