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andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

5.0 of 5
Ngorongoro Crater, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania
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Arusha, Tanzania
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8 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

One of the most incredible places to stay. The Views are absolutely stunning! The Service is great, you are at all times well looked after but you dont feel like someone is looking over your shoulder, very pleasant! You arrive at your room in the evening with a fire in the fireplace already going, the bathtub with a fantastic view... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

Exceeded expectations. Staff attentive...plus a private butler! Unbelievable views of the crater. Wildlife at your doorstep. Rewarding safari game drives. Rose petals! Well worth the visit....no better place to stay on the crater

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Medicine Hat, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

Save up and place this on the top of your bucket list, The view is breath taking and the service couldn't be better from your own private butler. The ride from the air strip is quite long but well worth the time. The daily drives into the eco-rich crater will have you agreeing that this is one of the most... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

The Crater Lodge sits on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater and has breathtaking views over the Crater itself. And when you're not viewing game in the crater the game come to you - we had 7 elephant and 2 buffalo on the grass outside our room one night after dinner! The architecture of the lodge is quirky - they... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

I wanted a place to go spend a couple days to relax with my family. Ngorongoro Crater Lodge was certainly the right choice. As my father is elderly we did not want to be running around and once at the lodge we did not want to. The rooms are spacious and luxurious. Nice touches like complimentary sherry and sweet box... More

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Kortrijk, Belgium
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

We stayed two nights at the Crater Lodge, which is run by AndBeyond. The Suites are very large and luxury, the vieuw on the Crater from the balcony was excellent. The service is of high standard, we enjoyed the drinks and talks in the afternoon, after the drive. The restaurant is very good, although we expected to have more choice... More

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Chicago
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2013

We booked a two week visit to Rwanda and Tanzania through And Beyond. The portions of the trip that were solely run by And Beyond (meaning their lodges, guides, transportation, etc) were seamless. However, the portion of the trip that required And Beyond to contract out (Nairobi, Kigali, Virguna mountain tro see the mountain gorillas and golden monkeys, Arusha) was... More

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Boulder, Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

This is the most expensive and exclusive luxury lodge on the crater rim. The lodge is divided into 3 camps of 10 rooms each (North, South, and Tree Camp). Each camp has a separate dining room and lounge. The Tree Camp has a tree branch build into the lounge and has the best views of the crater. Each suite has... More

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Luanda, Angola
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

An amazing place, the reviews elsewhere on TA have captured the essence of the lodge magnificently. This truly is one of the great hotel locations of the world, and the rooms, and the service are outstanding - the hot bath, the fresh roses, the sherry and the chocolates are all excellent touches. Staff are very friendly and very attentive, and... More

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Perth, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

This place is something else!! The view of the crater when you arrive will take your breathe away and then they will take you to your room and your mind will be blown. The rooms are massive with spectacular views, we even had a balcony. Views are everywhere even from the bath and toilet. Very interesting architecture, like someone built... More

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Additional Information about andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Address: Ngorongoro Crater, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania
Region: Tanzania > Arusha Region > Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Kids Activities Restaurant Room Service Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 3 hotels in Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Steeped in romance, each stilted, handcrafted banana thatch suite at andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge is adorned with graceful antiques and unforgettable opulence. Ensuite bathrooms, with a centrepiece of fresh roses, feature huge showers and chandelier-lit bathtubs, while floor-to-ceiling windows ensure breathtaking views from all around. • 30 suites• Fireplaces• Private butler service• Safari Shop• Wifi in some guest areas and at reception• Magnificent Crater views• Game drives on the Crater floor ... more   less 
Also Known As:
Ngorongoro Crater Hotel Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Hotel Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater Hotel

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