Eileen's Trees Inn
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#1 of 1 special inn in Karatu
Location
4.6
Rooms
4.5
Value
4.6
Cleanliness
4.7
Service
4.7
Sleep Quality
4.7
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Eileen's Trees Inn is a small owner-operated lodge on the northern Tanzanian safari circuit, located just on the edge of Karatu town. Simplicity and service is the hallmark for our country lodge set in beautiful treed gardens surrounding the lovely pool. We serve farm fresh food along with Tanzanian hospitality.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free internet
Pool
Free breakfast
Massage
Gift shop
Mosquito net
24-hour front desk
Internet
Outdoor pool
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Shared lounge / TV area
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Desk
Private balcony
Safe
Seating area
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Coffee / tea maker
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Good to know
HOTEL STYLE
Mid-range
Business
Languages Spoken
English, Swahili
4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles609 reviews
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Eileen's Trees Inn is celebrated for its exceptional value, with guests particularly appreciating the affordable drinks on warm afternoons. The inviting atmosphere and upscale rooms earn rave reviews for their spaciousness and cleanliness. Many travelers experience heightened comfort due to the cozy and tasteful room details. The hotel's service is frequently lauded, with the staff's attentiveness and warmth often highlighted. Amenities, including the well-maintained grounds and pools, enhance guest stays, while the consistent cleanliness of the hotel is another point of praise.
Atmosphere
Inviting
Rooms
Comfortable
Value
Affordable
Cleanliness
Spotless
Service
Attentive
Amenities
Well-appointed

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Gast1 wrote a review Sep 2024
Legnago, Italy
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We used this Lodge as a base for our safari and we were fully satisfied.
Our room was very spacious with a very comfortable king size bed, ideal for a good rest after intense days of safari.
The bathroom was very large and the room has a walk-in closet of considerable size.
Breakfast and dinner are served by buffet with a wide choice of excellent quality food.
The Lodge is certainly recommended.
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Date of stay: September 2024
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5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Sandro N wrote a review Oct 2024
4.0 of 5 bubbles
We were positively surprised by the size of the hotel. There are many nice and large rooms, a pool and basketball court. In the evening you can sit very comfortably by a campfire. You feel like you're in the jungle because it's lushly green. On each arrival, a juice and damp and warm cloth is offered. The food supply was a bit limited and you had to wait in line for a long time.
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Date of stay: July 2024
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Andrea S wrote a review Jan 2025
5.0 of 5 bubbles
One of the most comfortable lodge next to the best National Parks of Tanzania. The staff is very kind and the location is perfect for those who want to enjoy the Safaris in the Natural Reserves. The rooms are clean and spacious and the structure is very nice and well organized.
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Traveled with family
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travel6345 wrote a review Jul 2024
San Jose
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This place came up on quite a few safari packages we saw and I was worried it was in town that it wouldnt be close or special, but none of it ended being a problem and the grounds make you forget you are anywhere else.

We stayed 1 night as part of a safari on the way to the Serengeti after Tarangire and it was one of our favorites. The grounds are beautifully kept, the staff is overly welcoming, and the night time dinner there was really great for a date especially after a long day of sightseeing. For us they brought us some very good soup and there was a buffet. It wasn't busy and one of our favorite meals.

The room was pretty spacious and comfortable.

I would stay there again.
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Silas J, Guest Services / Front Office at Eileen's Trees Inn
Responded Aug 2, 2024
Dear San Jose, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that you had a memorable stay with us and that our location, despite initial concerns, exceeded your expectations. It's fantastic that our grounds helped you feel immersed and away from the hustle and bustle. We're thrilled to know that you found our staff welcoming and enjoyed your nighttime dinner, especially after a long day of sightseeing. It's great to hear that the soup and buffet were highlights of your stay. We appreciate your kind words about our spacious and comfortable rooms. It means a lot to us that you would choose to stay with us again. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next safari adventure.
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Marco wrote a review Sep 2024
Quebec City, Canada
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We went there in July 2024 and we had the "Spinash" room.

When we arrived we were really pleasantly surprised. It looks quite ordinary when you check in and it took a bit of time but afterwards everything was perfect.

The grounds are very pretty with lovely flower gardens. There are also several possibilities to relax after a day of safaris. There is a basketball hoop, a pool table, a beautiful swimming pool with plenty of chairs available and in the evening you can relax around a nice outdoor fire.

As for the room it is spacious and the bed is comfortable. The water pressure is good and everything was very clean. The only downside is the wifi which is not very reliable and you have to move near the restaurant if you need a better connection.

The restaurant offers a lot of choice and the quality of the food is excellent. On the other hand there are a lot of people so the line can be a bit long at the dinner buffet. The breakfast also offered a lot of choice and again it was excellent. And after breakfast there is a table near the lobby to make a lunch box for lunch. There are again several choices that will certainly please you.

Note that the drinks (beer, soft drink, bottled water) are very affordable and it was very appreciated during the hot afternoons in the sun.

I recommend this place without hesitation.
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Date of stay: July 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Kim Gorman wrote a review Jun 2022
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Eileen’s Trees Inn was an amazing oasis on our safari trip. We were lucky enough to stay here two nights of our trip and each night was as special. The breakfast buffet (with the omelette bar) and the dinner buffets were delicious! There was a lot of variety on each of the buffets that kept it interesting - with a range of favorites we have from home and new Tanzanian foods for us to try. The rooms were extra spacious - we had great hot water and water pressure, we were treated with lots of fresh towels, and the bed was super comfortable. We loved the grounds of the hotel as well - there were fire pits going at night for sitting around and socializing before dinner, the pool area was so clean and spacious, and lastly the volleyball court looked so fun! Our porch had very comfortable pillows and a seating area for us to hang out. We absolutely loved our stay and we cannot wait to recommend Eileen’s Trees to all of our friends and family that want to visit Tanzania in the future!
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Stoppinaus wrote a review Aug 2024
Rome, Italy
+1
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Very kind staff, good food for both breakfast and dinner, nice place to relax after all hours by jeep for the safari. As soon as you get there, they give you a patch of hot water to get the dirt off you. Clean and spacious rooms. Possibility of swimming pool and fire in the evening.
Recommended
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Laura wrote a review Sep 2024
Gran Canaria, Spain
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed 2 nights at this hotel and it was wonderful. The rooms are super spacious, with extra beds, toiletries, and canopies so you don't get bitten by mosquitoes.
The pool and restaurant were very welcoming.
It is Top-rated Hotels in Karatu and great located for visiting Ngorongoro Crater.
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Traveled with friends
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mfuwe wrote a review Sep 2023
Isle of Man, United Kingdom
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I am often one of the first to avoid Karatu and recommend a lodge on the Ngorongoro Crater rim to get as close as one can to the epicentre of the area. So it came as a very welcome surprise to discover Eileen's Trees as an overnight stop. Situated about a km from the main tar road through Karatu in beautiful grounds one could be on another planet away from the busy Safari circuit.
There are about ten or twelve cottages set around the central office building with it's 'tree top' restaurant with balcony above.
The welcome was effusive and warm without being too gushing and we were shown to our cottage set a little way back. What a pleasant surprise to find such a nice place. Fully working layout with lovely room and Bathroom with modern fittings. A really comfy bed in which I had one of the best night's sleep of my trip.
The grounds were bustling with birds and there was a small swimming pool for the sybarites.
The restaurant was excellent and the food wholesome and tasty. There is a well stocked bar, with, unusual for the area, a comprehensive wine list. We had a tasty South African red with our evening meal. Served by the friendliest of staff. (Thank you Veronica). Breakfast next morning was excellent and freshly prepared to order. Everything from healthy cereal options to the usual eggs and bacon etc.,
Indeed my one regret was that we had picked a stay here for one night as a break in our long journey when we would have loved to have spent a few days here simply relaxing away from the hustle and bustle of Safari life.
I hope to be back to try it.
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Date of stay: August 2023
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip: Stay longer than an overnight and relax.
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Response from Joe Mtalii, Guest Services / Front Office at Eileen's Trees Inn
Responded Sep 18, 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback about Eileen's Trees Inn .We `re glad to hear that you enjoyed the garden area , and meals . Its also good to hear that our staff performance exceeded your expectations and we`ll make sure that they receives the recognition they deserve .Thank you again and we look fowad to welcome again in the near future.. regards Silas
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Uschi1986 wrote a review Oct 2023
Augsburg, Germany
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Eileen's tree Inn is a great and clean little hotel. The rooms are large and stylishly furnished, but still have a strong regional feel. The restaurant is decorated in a typical local style and the food on offer is excellent. The chef and the service staff are super friendly and everyone is very professional and very helpful.

For the safari there are lunch boxes that you can put together yourself, which is great because you really get what you like and you can avoid food waste.

I would also like to specifically point out the shop, the items there are high quality and inexpensive, but above all it supports an organization that is committed to education and against female genital mutilation.
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Date of stay: October 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip: Wenn man Glück hat trifft man eine Schildkröte auf dem Gelände 😁
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only1_on_earth asked a question Aug 2018
New Delhi, India34 contributions5 helpful votes
How far is this from Ngorongoro crater?
Answer from divya mahajan
Mumbai, India83 contributions17 helpful votes
about 40 mins drive to the craters conservation entrance and then the drive down to the actual crater...
Answer from Susan O
Edmonton, Alberta204 contributions80 helpful votes
There was a big sign at the highway as well - making it easy to find.
Carlos R wrote a tip Dec 2024
Palma de Mallorca, Spain40 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Bring binoculars"
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Tyler S wrote a tip Jul 2024
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Bring a swim suit :) "
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jrickysimmons1 wrote a tip May 2024
Houston, Texas30 contributions3 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Book early because I expect they will sell out during high season ! Bring your appetite !"
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Frank S wrote a tip Apr 2024
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"We came in April so it was nice and quiet"
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Andres S wrote a tip Apr 2024
Guadalajara, Mexico7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Just bring mosquito repellent because the outsides of the room are decorated with a lot of beautiful plants."
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LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
35
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Frequently Asked Questions about Eileen's Trees Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Eileen's Trees Inn?
Nearby attractions include Rjs Captivating Safari (0.07 miles), RJ'S CAPTIVATING SAFARI (0.07 miles), and Elius vincent (0.6 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Eileen's Trees Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Eileen's Trees Inn?
Top room amenities include a desk, a mosquito net, and a seating area.
What food & drink options are available at Eileen's Trees Inn?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Eileen's Trees Inn?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Eileen's Trees Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Lilac Café, Rhotia Valley's Coffee Corner, and Happy Days Lounge & Lodge.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Eileen's Trees Inn?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Eileen's Trees Inn located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.7 miles away from the center of Karatu.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Eileen's Trees Inn?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Swahili.
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