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Frina Buffalo Lodge

2.5 star property
Karatu B&B with bar/lounge

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Garden
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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds
Lobby

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Feel at home
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 59 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

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P.O.Box 80061, Karatu, Arusha Region

What's nearby

  • Karatu Playground - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area - 14 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Ngorongoro Crater - 31 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Lake Manyara National Park - 37 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Lake Magadi - 95 min drive - 52.4 km

Getting around

  • Lake Manyara (LKY) - 25 min drive
  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 96.4 miles/155.1 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Lilac Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kona Mbulu Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jack's Pub - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Carnivore Sports Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ellien's In - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Frina Buffalo Lodge

At Frina Buffalo Lodge, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 5 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay free

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Safari nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Lockers available
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 150 per vehicle (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 5.0 per day
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds

Also known as

Frina Buffalo Lodge Karatu
Frina Buffalo Karatu
Frina Buffalo Lodge Karatu
Frina Buffalo Lodge Bed & breakfast
Frina Buffalo Lodge Bed & breakfast Karatu

Frequently asked questions

Does Frina Buffalo Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Frina Buffalo Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Frina Buffalo Lodge?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Frina Buffalo Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Frina Buffalo Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 150 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Frina Buffalo Lodge?
Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Frina Buffalo Lodge and nearby?
Frina Buffalo Lodge has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Frina Buffalo Lodge like?
Frina Buffalo Lodge is located a short 17-minute walk from Karatu Playground.

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