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Frina Buffalo Lodge
2.5 star property

Bed & breakfast in Karatu with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Frina Buffalo Lodge

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Garden
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Shower, free toiletries, slippers
Front of property

Overview of Frina Buffalo Lodge

Reviews
2.0

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • BarBarBar

Check out the area

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P.O.Box 80061, Karatu, Arusha Region
  • Popular LocationKaratu Playground17 min walk
  • Popular LocationNgorongoro Crater31 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Magadi95 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • 59 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Karatu

Frina Buffalo Lodge is located in Karatu. 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.
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What's nearby

  • Karatu Playground - 17 min walk
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area - 14 min drive
  • Ngorongoro Crater - 31 min drive
  • Lake Manyara National Park - 37 min drive
  • Lake Magadi - 95 min drive

Getting around

  • Lake Manyara (LKY) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lilac Café - 3 min drive
  • Kona Mbulu Restaurant - 16 min walk
  • Jack's Pub - 16 min walk
  • Ellien's In - 10 min walk
  • The Carnivore Sports Bar - 12 min walk

About this property

Frina Buffalo Lodge

Property highlights
You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace and a garden at Frina Buffalo Lodge. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), free newspapers and a computer station
  • A TV in reception, a reception hall and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Frina Buffalo Lodge have amenities, such as free WiFi and safes, in addition to free newspapers and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 5.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 5.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Frina Buffalo Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Frina Buffalo Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Frina Buffalo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Frina Buffalo Lodge?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Frina Buffalo Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is Frina Buffalo Lodge located?

Situated in Karatu, this bed & breakfast is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Karatu Playground and 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Ngorongoro Crater and Gorigor Swamp are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Frina Buffalo Lodge Reviews

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Stayed 1 night in May 2019