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Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

4.0 star property
Colonial hotel with free breakfast and spa services

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
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View from property
Children's activities

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

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Tsavo West National Park, P.O. Box 48690, Tsavo

What's nearby

  • Chyulu Gate - 13 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Chaimu Crater Viewpoint - 17 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Shetani Lava Flow - 20 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Mzima Springs - 23 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Tsavo West National Park - 48 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Mtito Andei Station - 60 min drive

About this property

Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

Upscale hotel near Chyulu Gate
Located close to Mzima Springs, Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge provides a free breakfast buffet, an art gallery on site, and a garden. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a Swedish massage, or a body scrub. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A gift shop, a vegetable garden, and a porter/bellhop
Room features
All 56 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and bidets
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM on request
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from noon to 6:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 5 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1976
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 75 percent of room rate

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (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 front desk is open Monday - Sunday (6:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is located in Tsavo West National Park. The listed 'additional' mandatory fee comprises the additional mandatory park entry fee, collected at the main entrance of the park.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 160.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Additional fee: USD 52 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

This property is located in Tsavo West National Park. The listed 'additional' mandatory fee comprises the additional mandatory park entry fee, collected at the main entrance of the park.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out fee: 75 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 160.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 7997

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Kilaguni Serena
Kilaguni Serena Lodge
Kilaguni Serena Safari
Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge Taveta
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Serena Kilaguni
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Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge Kenya/Tsavo National Park West
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Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge?

As of Nov 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge on Nov 29, 2024 start from CA $315.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a 75% fee (subject to availability).

Does Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–2:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 250 per vehicle applies.

Where is Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Chyulu Gate and 7 mi (11.3 km) from Mzima Springs. Tsavo West National Park is 14.8 mi (23.8 km) away.

Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in Tsavo West
Fantastic property and a great view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Jeneby

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Lodge
Incredible safari lodge with a water hole out back to attract animals. Beautiful rooms, a gorgeous restaurant and bar area, top notch service and food, and plenty of history to boot. They even washed my car for me overnight!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashok

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pilar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tsavo West slice of heaven
The stay was incredible! As you walk into the reception area you will be shocked by the view. The eating area is an open air area that has the most incredible view and is situated around the watering hole so that you can watch the animals approach as you eat. The service was incredible and the food amazing. The rooms were nice as well. The only issue with the room is that the fan is not above the bed and the nights were HOT. This, sadly is the issue I could find with the place. It was the most amazing place, but I found it hard to sleep while so hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful location in the park, deluscious food and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Zuzana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing and beutiful place
Awesome stay! We loved everything - the food, service, rooms, pool. I wished we booked more than one night. It seems pricey, but you get value for your money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fabulous lodge, 5 star plus too many great things to mention
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

FATHIMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
The hotel was amazing. Staff really friendly. Very clean and well maintained. Location is superb too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breathtaking
Incredible place - can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible place!
What an incredible place! The hotel was amazing, the staff superb and the views...wow! We went on some great game drives. I highly recommend the sundowner drive. We had Anthony as our guide, and he was amazing! Food provided was very tasty with lots of options available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful and Affordable Safari Lodge In Kenya
What took my breath away were the two watering holes directly behind the Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge. I was able to see animals drinking at the watering holes from the patio of my room. Herds of elephants, giraffes, Buffalo, hyena and many more drink from the watering holes at all hours of the day. There are lights for night time viewing. You can also see the animals at watering holes from the open air restaurant while you dine. The cuisine is buffet style and delicious! Meals were included in the price of the room. The game drives were in the morning, and in the evening, and very reasonably priced. But what made this visit something I will never forget are the people who work there. Everyone was patient, kind, sincere, happy and warm. They really made me feel at home. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Samela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stay in Kenya
Great place in the middle of the park. We had a great time and would recommend it to anyone
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne, British Columbia, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding location, service and comfort
We had three nights in this lovely hotel. Thoroughly enjoyed watching wildlife around the waterhole from the lodge. Staff were all fantastic, meals were great, game drives nearby were enjoyable. Highly recommend spending time here. We are birders and biologists so like watching the little things but we also enjoyed having a herd of elephants come by!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic view over wilderness
We stayed 3 nights in a suite. We would definitely return. Fantastic view. The resort is perched on higher ground and overlooks a vast area of hills. You see no signs of civilization, only wilderness. On a clear day you can see Mt Kilimangero. The resort overlooks 2 waterholes which are lit up at night. All kinds of animals come and go to drink and bathe. We would sit and eat in the restaurant and watch as small herds of elephants came with their babies and bathed and drank in the water. Zebras and buffalo would wait their turn to drink until after the elephants left. we saw hyenas, giraffe, antelope, warthogs come to drink. Because of the big expanse of view, with binoculars you can see animals coming in from a fair distance away. We were satisfied with the room. it was clean. Furniture is basic. Resort is a bit older property. I used the spa services which were good. Food choice and quality was good but not great. We rented an AWD vehicle and did our own safari drives in the park. Travo West NP not so busy as other parks so sometimes it felt like we had the park to ourselves. Really you could see all the same animals as seen on safari if you patiently waited and watched from the resort view.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Elaine, Brighton, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and helpful staff.
The staff is very helpful and informative. The food is served mostly as buffets with a wide selection. The view of the water holes is great at all times. The room was larger than the average lodge with a sitting area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

honeydew, Perth, West Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Be spoilt!
Kilaguni is a magical place. The staff are absolutely lovely and do all they can to maximise your enjoyment of your stay. The rooms are great - we loved sitting out on our balcony watching the comings and goings of the wildlife. The setup of the restaurant over-looking the waterholes is perfect. It is hard to concentrate on eating at times! We were treated to a clever elephant that came right up to the restaurant to steal the water hose off the sprinkler and literally feed the hose down her mouth. She stood there sucking up good fesh water for about half-an-hour! What a treat.

10/10 Excellent

Mette, Mombasa and Norway

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Hotel in a fantastic spot
Situated by a waterhole with Kilimanjaro in the background the scenery changes every time we look out, either from the hotel room, the bar or the restaurant. We keep coming back again and again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wow
As soon as you walk in you will see the dramatic views across Tsavo National park and a waterhole usually surrounded by zebra, Impala and baboons. Outstanding! The rooms are beautiful too and the turndown service includes putting the mosquito net around the bed and turning on an electric insect repellent, though during my visit in May there were no mosquitoes anyway.

10/10 Excellent

Norwegain, Mombasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place to relax
Amzing setting with the animals coming and going outside the hotel. All the rooms have excellent views and the restaurant serves good food morning lunch and dinner. Coming back from a safari the staff is waiting with ice cream or sumptuous cocktails. Cant wait to be back

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin Kanani, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best view in the world
The kilaguni Serena hotel is one of the best places I have ever stayed ,the staff are incrediable helpful ,the views from the rooms and restaurant are amazing ,you can sit there with a cold beer and watch the wild life come to the watering hole ,alternatively you can drive out into the park on safari and see many other animals(remember this is the largest safari park in Africa and not a zoo so the animals are quite hard to find) .We drove our own car which was a small jeep ,would recomend a 4x4 but not essential .