Fodor's Expert Review The Manor House

Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha, Tanzania

A charming mix of Afro-European Architecture from a bygone era greets you after a bumpy, dusty drive from the Crater. Your personal butler will escort you to your private cottage with sundeck, luxurious Victorian baths, fireplace, his-and-hers basins, and a rainfall shower. Separated from the main manor house is the stable room, a two-story family paradise perfect for those in groups or wanting to have a holiday with a difference for the kids—there's even a toddlers bathroom. You may never want to leave your room, but do try, because the main lodge is set around rolling hills and a working coffee plantation and has sophisticated and comfortable nooks.

PROS

  • bliss for families, friends and groups
  • glorious vegetables served up from the lodge farm
  • plenty of activities like horse riding, billiards, a movie theater, and hiking trails

CONS

  • 90-minute drive from the Crater on winding, bumpy roads
  • chilly in the evenings, bring something warm
  • space and luxury comes at a price

QUICK FACTS

Resort
Family
$$$$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 255-784-250--630

HOTEL DETAILS

20 cottages
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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