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A cozy room with a stone wall, wooden furniture, and a large window offering a scenic view.

A stone building with multiple rooms, surrounded by lush greenery and hills in the background.

A stone-walled building with a wooden deck leading to a covered area.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a view of a lake and mountains, and a stone wall.

1. Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

6.9 km from Lake Magadi

Graham

฿13,255

฿25,193 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large resort with multiple guest rooms, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, multiple sofas, a central coffee table, and a decorative chandelier.

A pool area with umbrellas, a lawn, and a view of a forested landscape.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, a central staircase, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

2. The Retreat at Ngorongoro

19.2 km from Lake Magadi

Carleen

฿12,354

฿14,701 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A courtyard with palm trees, a building with arched windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A building with a red roof and arched windows, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, white bedding, and a window with a checkered curtain.

A courtyard with a palm tree, lounge chairs, and a building with arched windows.

3. Stc.Safari lodge

17.1 km from Lake Magadi

Tine

฿2,547

฿3,031 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A thatched-roof gazebo with seating and planters, surrounded by trees.

A bar with wooden shelves stocked with various bottles and glasses.

A hotel room with a bed, white linens, a wooden headboard, and a canopy.

A rustic dining area with wooden tables and benches, a thatched roof, and a television mounted on the wall.

4. Patamu Restaurant & Lodge

21.8 km from Lake Magadi

Eric

฿1,777

฿2,282 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of a valley and mountains.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains. There are two leather armchairs and a sofa with cushions.

A spacious living room with a large window offering a scenic view, a flat-screen TV, and modern furniture.

5. Ngorongoro Lodge member of Meliá Collection - The Leading Hotels of the World

9.1 km from Lake Magadi

Faruk

฿27,945

฿43,647 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a fireplace, and large woven light fixtures.

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a view of a lush garden.

A spacious hallway with wooden floors, a brick accent wall, and a statue in the center.

6. Turaco Ngorongoro Valley, a Tribute Portfolio Lodge

20.4 km from Lake Magadi

Greg L

฿12,853

฿15,424 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A bar area with wicker furniture and a brick wall.

A rustic bar area with a dartboard, wooden furniture, and a stone wall.

A wooden pathway with metal railings surrounded by dense bamboo foliage.

A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by bamboo forest.

7. Octagon Lodge

22.3 km from Lake Magadi

ida

฿4,929

฿5,865 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A tented room with a bed, a rocking chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A rustic interior with a wooden bar, a fireplace, and a checkered tablecloth.

8. Crater Forest Tented Camp

3.4 km from Lake Magadi

Pamela

฿8,660

฿10,306 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden room with a bed, a hanging light fixture, and a large window with a view of the landscape.

A wooden bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, wooden tables, and hanging light fixtures.

A group of people standing on a staircase in front of a thatched-roof building surrounded by greenery.

9. Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge

22.4 km from Lake Magadi

Nicklas

฿10,138

฿12,064 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A narrow stone pathway leading to a wooden gate with a lattice design, surrounded by potted plants and a view of the landscape.

A living room with a sofa, a wooden table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a plant.

A spacious living area with a sofa set, wooden furniture, and a fireplace.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the landscape.

10. Lilac Elevate Inn

22.3 km from Lake Magadi

฿1,543

฿1,836 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the outdoors, and hanging pendant lights.

A balcony with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a brick wall.

A bedroom with a large bed, a woven rug, a window with curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

11. Lilac Hideaway

20.3 km from Lake Magadi

"We had a great stay at lilac hideaway but the thing that stood out most are the way they stepped up to help guests with travel plans We rented a dud 4x4 and it would not start after we checked in - but Eli jumped in an d organized mechanics to come and then drove with us to take the car to the mechanics once they had gotten a new battery in. The car had no brake or transmission fluids and an corroded alternator wire - Eli stayed at the mechanic while we got some food next door The mechanics...

Karen

฿3,362

฿4,001 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A multi-story hotel with illuminated signage and balconies.

A staircase leading to a washroom, a leather sofa, and a window with a view.

A multi-story hotel with balconies and a sign reading "PEAK HOTEL".

A dining area with two tables set for four, each with red checkered tablecloths, white plates, and cutlery. A flat-screen TV mounted on the wall displays a Netflix interface.

12. PEAK HOTEL

22.5 km from Lake Magadi

"As the name would imply, the hotel is located uphill from the main street of the town. The rooms were spacious and were separated by a wall, so each person had their own section. The bathroom was an issue as the toilet, sink and shower were all in the same place, so that if someone had a shower, the whole floor would get wet. The wi-fi was inconsistent but worked better in the dining area. The restaurant had minimal options and you had to order what you wanted for the evening hours beforehand. I...

Khan

฿3,566

฿4,244 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel room with a wooden bed, white bedding, a mirror, a bedside table, and a blue armchair.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, arranged in a spacious room with large windows.

A dining table set with cutlery, glasses, and napkins, covered with a tablecloth featuring a green leafy pattern.

A three-tiered serving tray with various dishes and a bottle of olive oil on a wooden table.

13. Kasi Tembo Rest House

12.4 km from Lake Magadi

฿5,094

฿6,062 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A wooden dining table with a patterned tablecloth, surrounded by rustic chairs.

A wooden room with a wooden ladder shelf and a wooden door.

Two wooden chairs with woven seats and backs, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of the landscape through a wooden structure.

A room with a bed under a white canopy, a bedside table, a lamp, and a chair.

14. Amani Eserian Ngorongoro

7.2 km from Lake Magadi

฿15,623

฿18,591 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, set with plates, glasses, and cutlery.

A treadmill with a control panel, positioned in a room with a large window overlooking a grassy field and mountains.

A spacious living room with a large TV, a fireplace, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a scenic landscape, furnished with leather sofas and a fireplace.

15. Ngorongoro Lodge Melia Collection

7.9 km from Lake Magadi

฿28,066

฿33,349 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A campsite with a fire pit, chairs, and lanterns.

A circular arrangement of colorful chairs and tables on a grassy field with a view of a lake and mountains in the background.

A tented dining area with tables set for a meal, lanterns, and chairs.

A tented room with a bed, a wooden chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

16. Pakulala Safari Camp - East Africa Camps

6.6 km from Lake Magadi

฿14,591

฿22,146 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A residential area with multiple houses, each with a sloped roof and surrounded by greenery.

A reception sign on a wooden post with a metal railing in the foreground.

A room with two modern chairs and a small round table.

A restaurant with a brick wall, blue chairs, a leather couch, and a staircase.

17. Ngorongoro Corridor Lodge

21.1 km from Lake Magadi

฿4,127

฿4,911 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A four-poster bed with white linens and pillows, a wooden desk with a chair, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A spacious room with large windows, multiple wooden chairs, a small round table, and a ceiling light fixture.

A room with two beds, each with a canopy, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern staircase with metal railings, a marble floor, and a wooden wall panel design.

18. Skylark Hotel

22.3 km from Lake Magadi

฿2,649

฿3,152 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A building with a reception area, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a variety of plants.

A room with a brick wall, two wooden chairs, a sofa, a small table with a vase, and a bed.

A dining area with tables set for four, featuring red and blue checkered tablecloths and a central floral arrangement.

19. PERIGRIN REST HOUSE

21.9 km from Lake Magadi

฿1,516

฿1,804 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A swimming pool with a blue edge, surrounded by greenery and a small gazebo.

A bedroom with a bed, a headboard, and a mosquito net.

A swimming pool with a blue edge, surrounded by a low wall and a covered area with a table and chairs.

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden pergola, potted plants, and a table and chairs.

20. Ngorongoro Villa and Restaurant Karatu

21.3 km from Lake Magadi

฿1,401

฿1,667 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Magadi

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge	8.8 Excellent 25 reviews	View
The Retreat at Ngorongoro	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Stc.Safari lodge	9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews	View
Patamu Restaurant & Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews	View
Ngorongoro Lodge member of Meliá Collection - The Leading Hotels of the World	9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews	View

Top Lake Magadi Hotel Reviews

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location! The staff makes you feel valued and welcome!"

Other attractions near Lake Magadi

Oldupai Gorge

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Lerai Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Lerai Forest, a lovely green space in Ngorongoro.

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Mandusi Swamp

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mandusi Swamp during your travels in Ngorongoro.

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Gorigor Swamp

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Gorigor Swamp during your travels in Ngorongoro.

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Karatu Playground

After visiting Karatu Playground, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Karatu. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area.

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Olduvai Gorge

Olduvai Gorge is just one of the places to see in Ngorongoro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Lake Empakaa

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Empakaa during your travels in Ngorongoro.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Magadi?

Lake Magadi is located in Ngorongoro. You'll find 9 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Magadi?

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this lodge offers a full-service spa and free breakfast. It's located 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Lake Magadi. Other good options within a few miles include Crater Forest Tented Camp and Pakulala Safari Camp - East Africa Camps.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Lake Magadi?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Magadi.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Magadi, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Lake Magadi.

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Our top choices for Lake Magadi hotels

1. Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

2. The Retreat at Ngorongoro

3. Stc.Safari lodge

4. Patamu Restaurant & Lodge

5. Ngorongoro Lodge member of Meliá Collection - The Leading Hotels of the World

6. Turaco Ngorongoro Valley, a Tribute Portfolio Lodge

7. Octagon Lodge

8. Crater Forest Tented Camp

9. Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge

10. Lilac Elevate Inn

11. Lilac Hideaway

12. PEAK HOTEL

13. Kasi Tembo Rest House

14. Amani Eserian Ngorongoro

15. Ngorongoro Lodge Melia Collection

16. Pakulala Safari Camp - East Africa Camps

17. Ngorongoro Corridor Lodge

18. Skylark Hotel

19. PERIGRIN REST HOUSE

20. Ngorongoro Villa and Restaurant Karatu

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Top Lake Magadi Hotel Reviews

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Other attractions near Lake Magadi

Oldupai Gorge

Lerai Forest

Mandusi Swamp

Gorigor Swamp

Karatu Playground

Olduvai Gorge

Lake Empakaa

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