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P.O. Box 48690 Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Kenya
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Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
4.5 of 5 stars 181 Reviews
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What travellers say about this Speciality lodging
  • Very nice(6)
  • Game drive(4)
  • Swimming pool(4)
  • Hotel grounds(3)
  • Ceiling fan(3)
  • Vervet monkeys(3)
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Zurich, Switzerland
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“A great experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

We had a 2 night stay at this lodge and would definitely recommend it.
The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. We had a car and used a hotel guide called Evans for Game drives in the morning and afternoon. He was very knowledgeable and was great at spotting the wildlife and knowing where to look. Excellent value for 10 Euros a drive.
The food was good considering it was mass catered. There were a lot of groups but most of the time there was hardly anyone around.
Our room(62) looked out onto the plains and we could see elephants, zebras, wildebeest and gazelles from our room.
As others have mentioned you need to watch out for the monkeys when you're eating anything outside or, in my case, having a sundowner. A monkey saw the orange decorating my cocktail and grabbed it. There are Masai staff employed to keep the monkeys away but sometimes the monkeys are too quick:-) My drink was quickly replaced with a fresh one without me having to ask.
In the evenings the rooms are sprayed with insect repellent and a mosquito net is drawn over the bed. There were hardly any mosquitoes around, luckily!
The toiletries were excellent. The only things missing were cotton ear buds (it's a very dusty park) and cotton wool.
One thing I read in a guide book ,which made me smile,
was a tip for ladies to wear a good bra. I agree- many of
the roads are very bumpy.

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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West Yorks
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“As good as ever”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

Arrived at midday after an overnight flight from the UK and the usual road journey into Amboseli. Greeted with smiling staff, warm towels, cold drinks and a speedy check in. Settled in my room room in no time, then time for lunch. Time for lunch and the buffets and cooking stations are as well stocked as ever. Excellent restaurant and waiting staff. The only "problem" I have here is the vast quantity of choice available, Afterwards a relaxing drink on the terrace and a chance to catch up on gossip with the staff. And so the pattern was set for the next two days. The rooms here are well equipped and to a high standard. A wonderful lodge, excellent staff and facilities and very well managed.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
“Wonderful introduction to African hospitality.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012
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This was the first stop on our Kenyan safari adventure. After a long drive from Nairobi we were welcomed with genuine African hospitality. Check in was prompt and we were shown to our room, which was beautifully decorated. The whole resort has an African theme and a few Masai wander around the complex. During our 3 night stay our 3 meals per day were mostly buffets. Food was plentiful with an excellent choice of dishes to suit all tastes. Tables are allocated on check in so you have the same waiting staff for the duration. Their service is excellent. Some morning breakfast comes with champagne!
Our driver/guide would be waiting for us at 6.00am for our 3 hour dawn safari. Pre-safari refreshments - tea/coffee/cake- are served where you can photograph the sunrise. The lodge is based in the Amboseli National Park and there are many routes to take for the game drives. We saw every animal possible except leopards and rhinos. (We saw both later in Botswana)
The staff at this lodge make you feel very welcome and are very friendly. We were extremely happy with our stay here and would definitely return if doing another Kenyan safari. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a 5 star experience.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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London, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“In amongst the Elephants”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

A well run lodge, with very friendly and helpful staff. Ideally situated for the park and the place to go to see herds of elephants everywhere.
A definite must is the morning nature trek with William - you come away knowing so much more and really being able to understand the workings of the park, the local Maasai community and the flora and fauna.
Going on a night drive is also an experience not to be missed, getting to see all the nocturnal creatures going about their business.
The food and service including the outdoor bbq were great, you wont go hungry. The specially organised 7 course evening meal with Maasai entertainment was an experience - if you can handle the insects.

Room Tip: Rooms 62/64 (and all on that side) have views out across to the plains
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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Nairobi
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Great Christmas time!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2012
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person found this review helpful

We stayed in this Lodge for 3 days in the end of a long safari experience. It was Christmas time and the hotel did everything possible to make us happy and feel the moment. There were several activities and demonstrations of local culture. Ever had a game drive early in the morning and then came back to a breakfast with champagne? Try here! Very high quality of services, food and accommodation. Fantastic staff!. We will get back, and recommend!

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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P.O. Box 48690 Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Kenya
Price range (per night):* INR11,982 - 20,341

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