Midrange accommodation in Amboseli National Park
Midrange accommodation in Amboseli National Park : Amboseli national park a second famous premier national park in Kenya located in the Great Rift Valley region in Loitoktok district, this park is also refered to as the land of giants covering an area of 392 square kilometers which consists of spectacular landscape and many attractions. Amboseli national park offers memorable safari activities such as game drives, bird watching, horseback riding, hot air balloon, walking safaris and cultural visits.
To accommodate tourists visiting Amboseli national park there is numerous lodges, camps and hotels of various status, this article lists and offers more information on Midrange accommodation establishments in Amboseli national park. Midrange establishments cater for mid-income and offer midrange services, these include
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Amboseli Sopa lodge is a beautiful accommodation facility located on the edge of the amazing Amboseli national park, the lodge nests on the foothills of the scenic Mountain Kilimanjaro with snowcapped summit and it (lodge) sits on private owned land of 200 acres. Amboseli Sopa lodge sits a midst various types of vegetation covers and plants including thorn trees, acacia trees, fragrant frangipanis, colorful bougainvillea and giant cacti giving a wilderness vibe to the lodge.
The gardens around the lodge are home to various species of birds, monkeys, squirrels, duikers, mongoose and occasionally leopards which are easy to spot, the lodge also boosts views of the snowcapped mountain Kilimanjaro.
Accommodation at Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Amboseli Sopa lodge consists of rustic and spacious cottages meandering around the vast expanse of mature gardens, these cottages are decorated in bright colors with wall murals reflecting the Masai culture. The cottages house 83 guest rooms and each of these rooms contains either one or two queen sized beds.
Amboseli Sopa lodge also features a presidential suite with luxurious and spacious 2 bedrooms, private dining rooms, lounge, vast veranda and kitchenette. Accommodation at Amboseli Sopa lodge is offered in a total of 82 rooms which are categorized as the following
- 40 rooms with 2 queen size beds, 6 of these rooms have inter-connecting downs making them perfect for family and 24 rooms are usually turned into triple rooms upon request.
- 21 rooms with one king sized bed, 2 of these rooms are suitable for physically challenged visitors and 1 suite room is a honey moon suite.
- 22 rooms consists of 1 queen size bed
- 6 rooms featuring interconnecting doors thus being ideal for families.
Facilities and services offered at Amboseli Sopa lodge
- Restaurant with glass windows and central fire place
- terrace with an outdoor dining area
- bars such as Mawenzi bar, Hemingway’s bar and pool bar
- swimming pool
- laundry services
- gift shop
- 2 conference rooms accommodating 110 people
- open air local craft market
- TV in mini bar
- lounge
- Wi-Fi in public areas
Ol Tukai lodge
Ol Tukai lodge is a beautiful eco-rated lodge offering mid-range accommodation in Amboseli national park, this lodge is situated in the heart of Amboseli national park boosting spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro the highest mountain in Africa. Ol Tukai lodge features amazing unique collection of African art and offers excellent outdoor and indoor facilities, the lodge is the best spot in Amboseli national park to watch elephants in their wilderness.
Ol Tukai lodge consists of 80 luxury chalet-style twin rooms, the rooms of these chalets are stylish and comfortably built with private bathrooms, individual terraces with uninterrupted views of wetlands of Amboseli or the back drop Mount Kilimanjaro. Rooms at Ol Tukai lodge are categorized as deluxe double or twin room, basic triple room and deluxe single room.
General In-room amenities
- linen
- tea and coffee maker
- safety deposit box
- wardrobe or closet
- board
- games/puzzle
- mosquito nets
- ironing facilities
- fan
- desk
- terrace
- clothes rack
- electric cattle and many more
Facilities and services at Ol Tukai lodge include
- dining area
- elephant bar
- guest lodge
- swimming pool
- gift shop
- free parking
- tennis court
- spa and wellness centre with beauty and waxing services
- table tennis
- airport shuttle
Kilima Safari camp
Kilima safari camp is a midrange accommodation establishment found inside Amboseli national park next to Kimana gate park entrance , the camp sits a large piece of land of 420 acres boosts spectacular views Mountain Kilimanjaro and views of large population of elephants as they drink water at water pools.
Kilima Safari camp comprises of 50 safari tents facing Mountain Kilimanjaro, 12 lodge rooms facing Mountain Kilimanjaro and 10 Milima tents facing mountain Kilimanjaro. Tents at Kilima Safari camp are categorized as standard tents and Milima tents.
General amenities in the tents at Kilima safari camp
- baby safety gates
- linen
- entire unit is wheel chair accessed
- dining table
- dining area
- outdoor furniture
- clothes rack
- balcony
- sitting area
- socket near the bed
- drying rack for clothes
- child safety socket covers and many more
Facilities and services at Kilima safari camp
- restaurant
- bar
- Swimming pool with pool bar
- airport shuttle free Wi-Fi
- BBQ facilities
- terrace
- Garden
- massage services
- curio shops
- Conference and meeting rooms and many more.
AA lodge
AA lodge is an amazing accommodation facility situated in Amboseli national park in a distance 20 kilometers away from Amboseli airstrip and 18 kilometers from the centre of the park,
AA lodge consists of fully furnished and spacious tents and cottages used to offer accommodation to visitors visiting the lodge, tents and cottage consist spacious bedrooms, furniture pieces such as desks and chairs and en-suite bathroom.
General in-room amenities
- private bathrooms with free toiletries
- wardrobe/closet
- private balcony
- safety deposit box
- hairdryers
Facilities and services at AA lodge
- restaurant serving American, continental, hahal, local cuisines and vegetarian options of meals
- shared lounged
- business centre
- 24 hours front desk
- bar
- free Wi-Fi
- open air bath
- swimming pool
- sun loungers/beach chairs
- spa lounge and wellness
Masai Simba camp
Masai Simba camp is a comfortable accommodation facility located in the heart of Masai country in a distance of 22 miles from Amboseli national park, the camp offers adventurous stay to tourists while in Amboseli national park and boosts views of African savannah vegetation with animals such as giraffes, African landscape and stunning views of snowcapped Mountain Kilimanjaro.
Accommodation at Masai Simba camp
Accommodation at Masai Simba camp is offered in beautiful established rooms for the comfort of the visitor, these rooms are of various choices and they include tents, deluxe double with garden view, budget single room, deluxe family room, double or twin room, deluxe double room with extra bed and double room.
General In-room amenities
- baby safety gates
- laptop safe
- tea/coffee maker
- safety deposit box
- dressing room
- wheelchair accessible
- washing machine
- fan
- refrigerator
- tumble dryer
- microwave
- dinig table
- outdoor furniture
- socket near the bed
- desk
- mosquito nets
Facilities and services at Masai Simba camp
- restaurant
- free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas
- game room
- swimming pool
- table tennis
- live music performance
- bar
- coffee shop
- BBQ
- poolside bar
- room service
- laundry services
- gift shop
- safety deposit boxes
- smoking area
- luggage storage
- currency exchange
- play ground
- front desk
- car rental
- kids club
Activities at Masai Simba camp
- culture classes
- walking tours
- temporary art galleries
