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Mabata Makali Lodge & Campsite

2.5 star property

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Garden
Courtyard
Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Aerial view

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

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Ruaha, Idodi
  • Ruaha National Park

Room options

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Family Room, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Family Room, Garden View

  • 160 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Tent (No beds - Mattresses provided)

  • 8 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • 50 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Grand Tent (No beds - Mattresses provided)

  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Beds

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Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room

  • 50 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About this property

Mabata Makali Lodge & Campsite

Lodge in Idodi with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast
This lodge features 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool and a restaurant. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a seasonal outdoor pool and dry cleaning.
Mabata Makali Lodge & Campsite offers 8 accommodations with complimentary slippers and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 45-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Mabata Makali Lodge & Campsite features free breakfast, WiFi in public areas and self-parking.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the indoor and seasonal outdoor pools
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 9.8 miles (15.8 km) from Ruaha National Park
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
As a guest of Mabata Makali Lodge & Campsite, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Mabata Makali Lodge & Campsite. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Idodi lodge.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.
On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in African cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Fenced pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: 1:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mabata Makali Lodge & Campsite

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Kitchen/kitchenette fee: USD 200 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, mobile payments and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Mabata Makali Lodge & Campsite offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Guests arriving after 4:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Please note: The Tent and Grand Tent room types include mattresses only (no bed frames).
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in April.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Mabata Makali Lodge Campsite Idodi
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Mabata Makali Campsite
Mabata Makali & Campsite Idodi
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Mabata Makali Lodge & Campsite Reviews

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Staff & service

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Property conditions & facilities

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Fantastisk sted.

Vi havde et fantastisk ophold. Som udgangspunkt for Safari til Ruaha er Lodgen perfekt. Hytten var super, personalet ekstremt gæstfrit, maden god og alt var perfekt. Så Makaba Makali kan absolut anbefales.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018