Title: Ancestors Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ancestors Lodge Guests start their day with a continental breakfast before venturing out to explore or staying on-site to enjoy barbecue options in this peaceful retreat ## Photo gallery for Ancestors Lodge ![Property grounds - Ancestors Lodge (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/66e447f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Ancestors Lodge (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/5035f9b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Ancestors Lodge (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/0c522378.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Ancestors Lodge (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/a52ae19b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - Ancestors Lodge (Karatu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24898900/24898829/ff4adcde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ancestors Lodge offers a tranquil garden for relaxation after adventures. Enjoy practical amenities like laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaratu-Hotels-Ancestors-Lodge.h24898829.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaratu-Hotels-Ancestors-Lodge.h24898829.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Karatu is home to Ancestors Lodge. Karatu Playground is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Lake Manyara National Park. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. [Visit our Karatu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karatu.dx6145077) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-3.34028%2C35.69091&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=J28Yzt3UQ0_X8Q70rbKOdetId6Q=) B144 Road, Karatu, Arusha ### What's nearby - ![Landscape of Ngorongoro crater - Herd of wild animals grazing on grassland - herd of zebra and wildebeests (also known as gnus) at sunset - Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania, Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025766/49808725-5dd2-4987-b458-a8c672edb231.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ngorongoro Conservation Area 14 min drive \- 4.4 miles - ![An elephant and calf emerge from the bush and surprised us. A few moments after this photo was taken the mother charged us when the calf got to close to us! Definitely one of the scariest and most awe inspiring moments of the safari and a reminder to treat nature with the respect it deserves. #lifeatexpedia #elephant #safari #tanzania #africa ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058977/b3c8d2db-91f4-4862-9800-ae6bf612d848.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Manyara National Park 29 min drive \- 16.0 miles - ![Overlooking Ngorongoro Crater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/850886072551428096/bdda0029-ec5d-428f-a304-4e9c5778d9f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ngorongoro Crater 41 min drive \- 18.0 miles - ![We were completely mesmerized by this sea of pelicans in Lake Manyara National Park. There were tens of thousands of them clustered together at the edge of the lake. We just sat and watched them for well over an hour. If only a photo could replicate the sounds these impressive birds were making!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058977/be01980e-edc6-4c21-9fd1-121a331d6958.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Manyara 43 min drive \- 20.8 miles - Karatu Playground 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Lake Manyara (LKY) 22 min drive ### Restaurants - Lilac Café 17 min walk - Patamu lodge 4 min drive - Kwa Msafiri 18 min walk - Rhotia Coffee Cornet 7 min drive - Restaurant | Gibb’s Farm 14 min drive ## About this property ### Ancestors Lodge Property highlights You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a garden and laundry facilities at Ancestors Lodge. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - Barbecues, luggage storage and tour/ticket information - A 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Ancestors Lodge offer perks, such as 24-hour room service, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 24-inch flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Free bottled water ### More - Desk - Phone - Portable fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### 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 or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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, debit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Ancestors Lodge Karatu Ancestors Karatu Ancestors Lodge Hotel Ancestors Lodge Karatu Ancestors Lodge Hotel Karatu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ancestors Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Ancestors Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Ancestors Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Ancestors Lodge? ### Where is Ancestors Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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