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Mara River Safari Lodge

4.0 of 5
Jl Prof Ida Bagus Mantra Km 19, Bali 80551, Indonesia
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Mara River Safari Lodge
Ranked #3 of 8 hotels in Gianyar
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Perth, Australia
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
26 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

We've just spent two nights with a business group at the Mara River Safari Lodge. What a unique property. Accommodation is in the form of African huts, looking out onto a creek, where zebras and elephants can sometimes be seen and where a sound track of lions roaring adds to the ambience. It's a good idea to ask for a... More

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Melbourne, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

I absolutely loved my experience at Mara River Safari Lodge. From the Lobby pick up in an old fashioned open safari van to the extensive information provided to you about the lodge. The staff are all exceptionally friendly and would bend over backwards to ensure you enjoy your stay. The swimming pool is awesome, being able to swim in while... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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36 reviews 36 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

We loved Mara River. The African style bungalows overlooking the wild animals roaming was great. Drifting off to sleep to lions roar is an experience as is dining in the Tsavo Restaurant with the lions close enough to almost touch through the glass windows. Each night they bring a different animal into reception for the guests. We had a snake... More

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Cebu City, Philippines
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11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

The place is perfect for families with kids of all ages. We travelled with kids ages 9, 12, 15 and 16 and we all enjoyed our 2 night stay...our villa, which accommodates six, had an excellent location relative to the swimming pool -- this pool overlooks an open area where zebras, rhinos and elephants wander about and come to feed... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013 via mobile

My family with 2 kids (a 5yo and 3 yo) stayed for 2 nights. On the whole we had a wonderful experience. What stood out was the night safari experience when we got to feed the lions, tigers, zebras and a host of other animals. The animals rides were pleasant and exiting for my 3yo. We had the chance to... More

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Taipei
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

It seems that the hotel takes every thing concerning the guests' entertainment and comfort into consideration, except that there is not jogging path for them to exercise and enjoy the unique scenery at the same time. It is a pity. The furniture and decoration of the hotel room are also of African style. They are special and beautiful.The waiters and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

We stayed at the resort for 2 nights. Our package deal included the night safari and dinner and a few other little things. Firstly the park is excellent and well worth the visit in it's own right. Great for kids and enjoyable for adults to experience the animals up close. The night safari is well worth doing. Having a tiger... More

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Banjarmasin, Indonesia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2013 via mobile

I love this lodge. We'll need to use Golf Car to go everywhere between Hotel Area. You can found burning mosquito repellent inside the closet. It's enough to burn it around the room to keep you safe from mosquito. But if you don't like the smell, you can prepare Insect Spray before you come.

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

Mara River was an awesome place to stay. You went to bed hearing the lions raw and awoke to animal sounds. The infinity pool looking over the giraffes and zebras lead for some great photos and the relaxation center did amazing massages and facials. The Tsavo Lion restaurant was amazing as you ate just meters away from the lions. Also... More

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Sydney, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2013

We stayed for three nights. The hotel safari-style facilities were superb. Only 38 rooms and the views from the bedroom balcony were great with close-up views of the rhinos, zebras and storks. Breakfast in the Tsavo Lion restaurant was mind-blowing with the lions appearing next to the huge windows for their long, morning water drinks just one foot away. Animals... More

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  • Elephant ride(9)
  • Tsavo Lion restaurant(4)
  • Very nice(3)
  • White tiger(3)
  • Living area(3)

Additional Information about Mara River Safari Lodge

Address: Jl Prof Ida Bagus Mantra Km 19, Bali 80551, Indonesia
Region: Indonesia > Bali > Gianyar
Amenities:
Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#2 Romantic Hotels in Gianyar
#2 Top resorts Hotels in Gianyar
#2 Family Hotels in Gianyar
#3 Luxury Hotels in Gianyar
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Mara River Safari Lodge is a themed resort that offers a truly unique experience. Accommodation is composed of a series of comfortably appointed thatched dwelling orientated towards a landscaped inhabited by wildlife. With the shadow of Bali's sacred Mount Agung looming in the distance, embrace the rare tranquility of this retreat as rhinos, zebras and oryx graze contentedly at close range. Savor the raw beauty surrounding the lodge, while lions majestically roar declaring their status as the king of the beasts. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Mara River Safari Hotel Gianyar
Mara River Safari Hotel
Mara River Safari Resort
Mara River Safari Lodge Bali/Gianyar

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