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Twin Villas
- 2 Beds
- 250 sq ft
- Up to 4 Guests
A spacious retreat for friends and families, with a king bed, a queen bed and a private furnished deck.
Our Villas
Luxury Villas near Ngorongoro Crater
Find your accommodation in Karatu, overlooking the Ngorongoro Forest. Enjoy spacious interiors, a wood-burning fireplace and a furnished deck where you can unwind between safari adventures.
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Double Villa
- 1 Bed
- 200 sq ft
- Up to 2 Guests
An inviting villa for two, with a king-size bed, a fireplace and a private deck surrounded by greenery.
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Interconnected Villas
- 3 Beds
- 450 sq ft
- Up to 6 Guests
A Twin Villa and Double Villa joined by an internal door, giving families separate spaces while staying close together.
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2 Bedroom Classical Villa
- 2 Beds
- Sofa beds
- 550 sq ft
- Up to 6 Guests
Two king bedrooms and a shared living room with sofa beds for two children, opening onto a spacious furnished deck.
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2 Bedroom Traditional Villa
- 4 Beds
- 450 sq ft
- Up to 6 Guests
A welcoming family villa with two queen beds, two single beds, en-suite bathrooms and a furnished deck.
Welcome to Your Private Sanctuary
Our 30 villas are set throughout the landscaped grounds of The Retreat at Ngorongoro, surrounded by greenery and birdsong. Start your morning with tea on your private wooden deck, take a quiet afternoon rest, or settle beside the fireplace on a cool Karatu evening.
Choose from Twin Villas, Double Villas, Interconnected Villas and two distinctive two-bedroom options. Whether you are travelling as a couple, with friends or as a family, there is space to spend time together and enjoy your own privacy.
Each villa includes a dressing area, tea and coffee-making facilities, an in-room safe and an en-suite bathroom with twin basins and rainfall and traditional showers.
Our golf cart service is available whenever you need a ride between your villa and the main lodge.
Check-In and Check-Out
From the moment you arrive, our team is on hand to make sure you feel at home. Whether you are coming straight from a game drive or arriving from Kilimanjaro International Airport, we will have your villa ready and waiting.
Check-in Time: 2:00 PM
Check-out Time: 12:00 PM
Compare Our Villas
All 30 villas stand on their own in the gardens, each with a private furnished deck, a wood-burning fireplace, a dressing area and a bathroom with his-and-her basins and a rain shower. A golf cart chauffeur is on call, because the villas are spread out.
| Villa | Beds | Size | Guests | Best for |
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| Twin Villa (21) | 1 king, 1 queen | 250 sq ft | Up to 4 | Friends, small families |
| Double Villa (7) | 1 king | 200 sq ft | 2 | Couples, honeymooners |
| Interconnected Villas (3 pairs) | A Twin and a Double Villa with a shared door | 450 sq ft | Up to 6 | Families who want two private rooms |
| Classical 2-Bedroom Villa (1) | 2 king en-suite bedrooms, sofa beds in the living room | 550 sq ft | 2 couples and 2 children (up to 6) | Two couples, families |
| Traditional 2-Bedroom Villa (1) | Bedroom 1: 2 queens; bedroom 2: 2 singles; both en-suite | 450 sq ft | Up to 6 | Larger families, groups of friends |
Rates start from US$295 a night for a single, US$480 for a Double or Twin Villa and US$920 for a two-bedroom villa with four guests (low season, full board, taxes included). See all 2026 and 2027 rates.
Choosing a Villa: Common Questions
Which villa is best for a family?
For two private rooms, book the Interconnected Villas (up to 6 guests). For one shared space, the Classical or Traditional 2-Bedroom Villa sleeps up to 6. A Twin Villa suits a family of up to 4.
Do all villas have a fireplace?
Yes. Every villa has a wood-burning fireplace and a private furnished deck with a chaise longue, table and chairs.
How far are the villas from the main lodge?
The villas are spread through the gardens, so a golf cart chauffeur is available on demand to take you to the main lodge, restaurant and spa.
Amenities
Private Furnished Deck
Relax outdoors on your own wooden deck, furnished with a comfortable chaise lounge, a table and chairs for quiet moments surrounded by greenery.
Wood-Burning Fireplace
Enjoy the warmth of a wood-burning fireplace in your villa, creating a comfortable place to unwind during the cooler evenings in Karatu.
En-Suite Bathroom
Refresh in an en-suite bathroom with twin basins, rainfall and traditional showers, and solar-heated water supplied through the lodge’s pressurised water system.
Private Dressing Area
Keep your belongings organised with a spacious wardrobe, luggage rack and dressing table. A secure in-room safe provides storage for your valuables.
Tea & Coffee Facilities
Prepare a cup of tea or coffee in your villa and enjoy it at your own pace, indoors or on your private deck.
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Free high-speed Wi-Fi is available in every villa and throughout the lodge’s shared spaces, helping you stay connected during your time at The Retreat.