This small, intimate lodge and spa is set above a valley with glorious views making Kitela an ideal, away-from-the-crowds base from which to explore the region. Game drives into the Crater are easy to arrange, and the lodge combines well with other accommodations in the Serengeti as well as Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks.

The main building serves as a hub for luxurious cottages nestled in a landscaped tropical garden. Relax in the blissful and scenic pool area by day and enjoy the cozy atmosphere of the bar in the evenings. From the comfort of your luxury cottage, take time out to immerse yourself in the indulgence of the African Spa or take guided walks through vegetable gardens, coffee plantations, and local Maasai villages.

Highlights

• Near the game-rich Ngorongoro Crater
• Luxurious and family-friendly cottages
• Organic produce is grown on-site
• Friendly service and wholesome cuisine
• A full range of spa treatments
• Delightful gardens and pool area

Activities

• GAME DRIVES
• GUIDED WALKS
• SPA TREATMENTS

Kitela Lodge is a lovely new lodge in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The rooms are unassuming, comfortable, and clean with stunning views! Great value for the area. Easy to unwind with a cool drink after exploring the crater!

Rooms

Suite

Kitela Lodge has 20 beautifully appointed cottages, of which two are interconnecting family units. All cottages are en suite, with shower and bath. Fans cool the air, mosquito nets cover the beds and cozy fireplaces add a wonderful atmospheric touch. The cottages overlook the coffee plantation and gardens and offer views of the surrounding Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Facilities

A stylishly decorated lodge and spa with luxuriant gardens and a pool, Kitela Lodge is a tranquil haven set in picturesque surroundings. Indulge in a treatment at the African Spa, the perfect place to unwind after the rigors of your safari or to prepare yourself for the adventure that awaits you.

With 20 cottages dotted around the grounds served by a main building, spa, bar, and dining area, this is an exclusive and luxurious lodge set close to the Ngorongoro Crater and its abundant wildlife.

Dining

With organic produce grown on-site, the buffet-style meals at Kitela are deliciously fresh and wholesome.