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Crater Forest Tented Lodge

Property class: 3

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Balcony
Fireplace
Restaurant
In-room dining
Exterior

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$520
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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00000, Karatu, Arusha Region
  • Place, Karatu Playground
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Manyara National Park
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Manyara
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Room

Deluxe Tent

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Tent

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Superior Tent

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

About the area

Karatu

At Crater Forest Tented Lodge, you'll be 0.4 km (0.2 mi) from Karatu Playground and 27.4 km (17 mi) from Gorigor Swamp. Highlights at this tentalow include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free tentalow offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and a picnic area. .With a stay at this 3-property class Karatu tentalow, you'll be 33.9 km (21.1 mi) from Lake Manyara.
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What's nearby

  • Karatu Playground - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lake Manyara National Park - 32 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Lake Manyara - 52 min drive - 41.6 km

Getting around

  • Lake Manyara (LKY) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack's Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rhotia Coffee Corner - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Kona Mbulu Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kwa Msafiri - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ellien's In - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Crater Forest Tented Lodge

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Crater Forest Tented Lodge also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Karatu tentalow is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Crater Forest Tented Lodge offers 15 accommodations with complimentary slippers and an iron/ironing board. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • Diners Club
  • Visa

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Diners Club and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Crater Forest Tented Karatu
Crater Forest Tented Lodge Karatu
Crater Forest Tented Lodge Safari/Tentalow
Crater Forest Tented Lodge Safari/Tentalow Karatu

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Crater Forest Tented Lodge?

Yep, Crater Forest Tented Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Crater Forest Tented Lodge?

As of 2 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crater Forest Tented Lodge on 1 Nov 2026 start from NZ$520, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Crater Forest Tented Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as children's slippers in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Crater Forest Tented Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Crater Forest Tented Lodge?

No, Crater Forest Tented Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Crater Forest Tented Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Crater Forest Tented Lodge?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Crater Forest Tented Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.