CHEAP HOTELS IN MAASAI MARA.

Maasai Mara national reserve is situated in the Mara region of Kenya and it is one of the prime safari destinations in Africa because of the authentic ventures it provides such as the hot air balloon safaris, big five safaris, Maasai culture expeditions and the great migration safaris that the reserve provides to its visitors.

While on most safaris in the Maasai Mara national reserve, most travelers usually prefer to stay within the reserve because it is more adventurous and the cost of staying outside the park and then coming back in the reserve for the safari is quite expensive. When looking for a safari camp/ safari hotel to stay at while in the Maasai Mara, one of the basic factors that the travelers look for is prices(affordability) of the accommodation facility.

When is the best to easily find cheap hotels in the Maasai Mara national reserve.

Maasai Mara is usually flooded by tourists  during the dry period and the months of the great migration and these months are; June, July, August, September and October because most of these months of the year are popular for excellent game viewing safari experiences and because of this safari camps increase their prices and their safari packages have less discounts. However, in the months from early January to early March most of these accommodations cut their costs hence it’s easier to find affordable hotels in the reserve and also enjoy ideal wildlife viewing in a more serene environment with fewer crowds.

What to consider while looking for a cheap hotel in the Maasai Mara national Reserve.

The location.

Before deciding on which cheap hotel to stay at in the Maasai Mara national reserve one needs to know where its situated and whether its in the proximity to the gate or the air strip that they are to use while entering  the Maasai Mara therefore it should also be easily accessible. And also, when choosing a hotel where to stay, travelers should consider choosing one that is in an ideal game spotting area   and best scenic viewing areas in the Maasai Mara national reserve.

The services and amenities provided by the hotel.

Even if a traveler is looking for an affordable hotel in the Maasai Mara national reserve, they should still look for the best accommodation service provider. For example, some hotels in the reserve are able to provide luxurious services such as swimming pools and bush dinner experiences at an affordable price whereby other cheap hotels do not come with such added amenities.

The season.

If one wants more affordable hotel packages its better for them to come to the Maasai Mara national reserve during the low season when there are less visitors In the reserve than coming to the reserve during the peak season but this does not mean that during the peak season travelers can’t be able to get cheap hotels.

NB; Booking tip; it is best to make price and package comparisons of different hotels in the Maasai Mara national reserve and it is advisable to book the hotels that offer free cancellation in the reserve.

Top 6 cheap hotels in the Maasai Mara.

 Mara Sun lodge.

This hotel is situated on top of a ridge therefore it captures most of the Maasai Mara national reserve’s wild attractions in the Mara triangle including the predator-prey relationships of the animals in the reserve. The lodge is near the Oloololo gate of the reserve with the nearest airstrip being the Mara-Olkiombo airstrip. the Mara Sun Lodge has immense rooms that are kept neat and spotless and the staff makes one feel at home because they are very accommodative and the cuisines are very tasty. The rooms are very affordable as prices per night start from 73$. Some of the amenities provided at the Mara sun lodge include;

• Free parking.
• Free WIFI.

Ereto Mara Paradise Camp.

This is a tented Camp that is situated in the wilderness of the Maasai Mara and it is near the Sekanani gate  while  the rooms  also have great breathtaking scenic views of the rolling hills of the reserve. The tents are spread in the same area therefore visitors are to worry less about v security issues because the management of this camp ensure security of its customers. Visitors at this camp get to enjoy activities like Camping and game viewing and they all get to be taken of by very hospitable staff. Prices of the rooms can go for as low as 47$ and here are some of the amenities provided by the camp.

• Pick up shuttle from the airport.
• Private parking.
• Free parking lot.
• Free breakfast.
• Room amenities (towels, shower, electric kettle, shower and dining table.

 

Orng’atuny Mara King Camp.

 

This is one of the affordable camps in the Maasai Mara that offer luxurious services such as bush dinners, Hot air balloon safaris, tours to the Maasai villages, leisure experiences at the swimming pool and nature walks through the reserve. The camp has different kinds of rooms such as the deluxe triple that has 2 beds, the Deluxe single that  has one bed and the Family tent with 3 distinct rooms and all these rooms have en-suite bathroom and they also have their own private balconies overlooking the green wilderness and its surroundings and the camp is located in Ololaimutiek village. Nevertheless, to stay at one of the tents at Orng’atuny Mara King Camp you pay at least 97$.

 

Mara River Lodge.

 

This lodge is located in the part of Maasai Mara that is known as Aitong offers visitors not only great views of the Mara River but also visitors do not rave to move around the Maasai Mara national reserve to witness game safaris such as the great migration and the predator hunt patterns of animals such as the lions and the Nile crocodiles as this location is the ideal area where this experience happen.

This lodge is near the Mara-Olkiombo airstrip and the Musiara gate of the Maasai Mara national reserve. The rooms each have a private balcony that has views of the green yard that has wild animals such as zebras and the hippos wandering through it. The seating lounge has exquisite scenic views of the great panoramas of the Maasai Mara reserve and the food served there is mouthwatering. This place is just phenomenal with en-suite rooms that are charged for as low as 20 dollars per night.

 

The Drunken elephant Mara.

 

this camp has distinct self-contained tents with king sized beds, showers and the rooms are designed with Maasai art. it is located in the Sekanani area of the Maasai Mara and while at this camp visitors can get to encounter some of the big 5 such as the herds of elephants that usually room around the open area of the Drunken Elephant Mara Camp. the camp has a restaurant area, a bar lounge, free parking lot, and the rooms have en-suite shower areas and they go for as low as 130$.

 

AA Lodge Maasai Mara.

 

This camp in near the Sekanani gate of the Maasai Mara national Reserve and the visitors at this camp are able to observe different kinds of flora such as the acacia trees and fauna like the wildebeests. The camp offers its own safari packages to travelers such as the Maasai Cultural ventures and game drives through the reserve. The rooms are very elegant and the camp also has   a dining lounge and a lavish swimming that has views of the Maasai Mara wilderness and this is all provided by a staff that a genuine and warm treatment and prices for a stay per night are as low as 182$.

Additional tips for getting cheap hotels in Maasai Mara.

• Before booking any of the hotels one can decide to verify with reviews on the hotel company site.
• When one is looking for a cheap hotel in Maasai Mara its best they get the ones that offer safari packages that come with adventure experiences such as game drives through the Maasai Mara and bush meals so as to pay a cost that is worthy the experience.
• Sometimes the information on online sites could not be updated to the recent days therefore its better to verify with a customer representative of the hotel on their hotline in order to avoid being inconvenienced.