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Samburu Simba Lodge

3.5 of 5
Buffalo Springs Game Reserve, Buffalo Springs Game Reserve, Kenya
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Atlanta, Georgia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2013

We spent a night at the lodge and it was great. The rooms were great and each had a balcony that looked out to the savannah. We saw elephants while having our lunch and later that night we had crocodiles ventured out and we could see them from the dining area. This was our first visit to the lodge and... More

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Wareham, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 1, 2012

I have stayed here well over 20 times in the two years I lived in Kenya. I do not have a bad word to say, the staff here are typical Kenyans, huge smiles greet you as you arrive, nothing is too much trouble for them. They remember your name and are always please to see a guest arrive for a... More

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Dundee, United Kingdom
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3 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 23, 2012 via mobile

Stayed here for the 1st 2 nights of our honeymoon and quite frankly could not have asked for a better place to start. Room was clean and very modern with absolutely stunning views from our balcony over the river towards the game reserve. The food was excellent and staff extremely helpful and friendly. The bar and pool were nice places... More

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Plattsburgh, New York, United States
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19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 18, 2012

This lodge had all of the comforts and conveniences I would expect at a nice hotel in the US. It also had a level of charm that I rarely get to experience! The staff was always eager to please and quite knowledgeable, too. I was there with my mom and her sisters and we all felt quite safe and at... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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14 reviews 14 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 10, 2012

Great stay at Samburu Simba. WE had Room number 33 which looked out onto the reserve. The amenities were also very nice. The room was beautiful. Loved the wooden beams on the ceiling. Food is OK but after getting a an experience like Buffalo Springs/Samburu it's just fine.

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Camberley UK
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39 hotel reviews
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37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 30, 2012

This was our first night after a long drive the very friendly reception staff checked us in efficiently & we were quickly showed to our room, very large bedroom with lovely balcony with relaxing beds and great views, we showered (great hot showers even when the electricity is off in the afternoon like many lodges) we laid on the balcony... More

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Fremont, Wisconsin
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 29, 2012

We had the pleasure of staying at the Samburu Simba lodge during our stay in Kenya . We were served with excellant care by all the waitstaff, they very curtious and pleasant. All of our dining was truly enjoyable along with our excellant view of nature.We would truly recommend this lodge to all of our friends.We are happy that Agoi... More

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Katy, Texas
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed September 26, 2012

Very RUDE front office staff and some of the worst Indian food I've ever tasted. Even the birds sing their song CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP. Are you listening A&K? I love Kenya and the view is great, but the management and the food are really third class, maybe forth!

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Wiltshire
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12 hotel reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 15, 2012

As we arrived, there were elephants by the watering hole; this set the scene for a wonderful time at Samburu Simba Lodge. The lodge was beautiful and in an incredible setting. The rooms were great, with a brilliant view from the balcony (and from a window in the shower). Staff were extremely friendly. The food was excellent with a good... More

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Leicester, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 6, 2012

Samburu was the first park we visited on our safari. The Simba lodge was great and very quiet - maybe everyone was in the Masai Mara. We had two connecting rooms which were large and well furnished, though the showers were a little cool. We had views of the watering hole and watched a large crocodile lumbering there, as well... More

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Also Known As:
Samburu Simba Hotel Kenya
Samburu Simba Hotel
Address: Buffalo Springs Game Reserve, Buffalo Springs Game Reserve, Kenya
Region: Kenya > Eastern Province > Buffalo Springs Game Reserve
Amenities:
Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 Specialty lodging in Buffalo Springs Game Reserve
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)

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