At Lion's Cradle, you'll be 31.5 km (19.6 mi) from Mara North Conservancy and 49.3 km (30.6 mi) from Maasai Mara National Reserve. Highlights at this tentalow include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the tentalow's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this 3-property class Maasai Mara tentalow, you'll be 49.3 km (30.6 mi) from Musiara Gate and 49.3 km (30.6 mi) from Mara Triangle.
Some rates at Lion's Cradle are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.
Lion's Cradle also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Maasai Mara tentalow.
9 guestrooms or units
Buffet breakfast (free)
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Smoking in designated areas
Bar or lounge
Coffee shop
Dining venue
Lion's Cradle offers 9 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary slippers. This individually furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Dock
Firepit
Garden
In a national park
Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in room
No lift
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Individual furnishings
Laptop workspace
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are welcome and stay free
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: USD 300 per person, per night
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 credit 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, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property is also known as
Lion's Cradle Maasai Mara
Lion's Cradle Safari/Tentalow
Lion's Cradle Safari/Tentalow Maasai Mara
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Lion's Cradle?
Yep, Lion's Cradle has a free self car park.
How much does it cost to stay at Lion's Cradle?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lion's Cradle on 9 Apr 2026 start from NZ$1,448, 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.
Does Lion's Cradle serve breakfast?
Yeah, free buffet brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lion's Cradle?
No, Lion's Cradle does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Lion's Cradle?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Lion's Cradle?
Check-in begins at 10:00 AM. Check-out time is noon.