The 10 Cheapest, Yet Top Rated, Masai Mara Hotels, Camps, and Lodges

Masai mara hotels - Safari vehicle

Are you looking for budget-friendly Masai Mara hotels? Look no further! We have compiled a list of the 10 best hotels, camps, and lodges in Maasai Mara that offer amazing services at incredibly low prices.

From luxury tents to simple rooms with basic furnishings, all these accommodations provide the perfect balance between affordability and quality. Read on to learn more about where to stay during your Masai Mara safari.

Contact Us to Book Your Stay at the Best Masai Mara Kenya Hotels

Reach us today at james@ajkenyasafaris.com or safarioffers@ajkenyasafaris.com to book the safari to Maasai Mara National Reserve. We are also available through phone and WhatsApp at +254-748-258-880.

Our Most Booked Masai Mara Packages with Stay to Affordable Hotels in Masai Mara

Masai Mara Safari Deals/Offers/Tours

High Season 1st Nov 2023 – 15th Dec 2023

Festive Season: 16th Dec 2023 – 3rd Jan 2024

3 Days AA Lodges Offer

KES 46,784 Per Person

KES 60,280 Per Person

3 Days Miti Mingi Eco Camp Safari

KES 48,400 Per Person

KES 53,400 Per Person

3 Days Orng’atuny Mara King Camp Tour

KES 49,400 Per Person

KES 58,400 Per Person 

3 Days Sentrim Masai Mara Offer

KES 50,800 Per Person

KES 63,000 Per Person

3 Days Zebra Plain Mara Deal

KES 53,500 Per Person

KES 71,100 Per Person

3 Days Mtito Safari Camp Offer

KES 55,100 Per Person

KES 62,650 Per Person

3 Days Basecamp Masai Mara Package

KES 55,950 Per Person

KES 64,520 Per Person

3 Days Mara Sopa Lodge Package Tour

KES 56,035 Per Person

KES 66,050 Per Person

3 Days Mara River Lodge Deal

KES 57,400 Per Person

KES 68,400 Per Person

3 Days Crocodile Camp Tour

KES 58,500 Per Person

KES 71,100 Per Person

3 Days Mara Maisha Camp Package

KES 59,800 Per Person

KES 77,400 Per Person

3 Days Mara Crossing Camp Tour 

KES 79,400 Per Person

KES 96,400 Per Person

Things Included in the Maasai Mara National Reserve Packages

  • A private tour for 2 adults (contact us to get a quote for a quote tour)
  • Pickup and return to your resident in Nairobi
  • Use of a safari van  – Upgrade to a land cruiser at KES 14000 Per Person
  • Professional safari guide 
  • Masai Mara Park Fee
  • 1-liter of bottled mineral drinking water per person per day
  • Afternoon game drive at Masai Mara on day 1
  • Full-day game drive at Masai Mara with picnic lunch on day 2
  • 2-night accommodation at Masai Mara on full-board basis (Supplement of KES 3000 Per Person Per Night will apply on 24th & 25th Dec & 31st Dec & 1st Jan)
  • High season runs from 1st Nov 2023 to 15th Dec 2023, Festive Season runs from 16th Dec 2023 to 3rd Jan 2024

 

Lion at Masai Mara
A Lion at Maasai Mara National Reserve
3 Days Masai Mara Angama Mara Safari

3 Days Masai Mara Aa Lodge Safari

Land Cruiser
From Kes 140700

Safari Van
From Kes 113,500

3 Days Masai Mara Angama Mara Safari

3 Day Masai Mara Angama Mara Safari

Land Cruiser
From Kes 398,500

Safari Van
From Kes

3 Day Masai Mara Apasio Safari

3 Day Masai Mara Apasio Safari

Land Cruiser
From Kes 52,500

Safari Van
From Kes 49,300

The great wildebeest migration safari - with a stay at ashnil Mara camp

3 Day Masai Mara Ashnil Mara Camp

Land Cruiser
From Kes 115,940

Safari Van
From Kes 104,440

2 nights and 3 days at Mara Ngeche Safari Camp

Tipilikwani Mara Camp Safari

Land Cruiser
From Kes 129,600

Safari Van
From Kes 102,600

Book your stay at Base Camp Explorer Camp with full board acommodation services.

Base Camp Explorer Camp

Land Cruiser
From Kes 136,000

Safari Van
From Kes 109,000

2 nights and 3 days at Mara Ngeche Safari Camp

Mara Ngeche Safari Camp

Land Cruiser
From Kes 173,600

Safari Van
From Kes 146,600

Keekorok Lodge Masai Mara

Keekorok Lodge Masai Mara

Land Cruiser
From Kes

Safari Van
From Kes 109,000

Mara Bush Camp

Mara Bush Camp

Land Cruiser
From Kes 168,700

Safari Van
From Kes 141,700

Mara Alopa Tented Camp

Mara Kimana Camp

Land Cruiser
From Kes 121,600

Safari Van
From Kes 121,600

Mara Maisha Luxury

Land Cruiser
From Kes 153,100

Safari Van
From Kes 126,100

Mara Alopa Tented Camp

Mara Alopa Tented Camp

Land Cruiser
From Kes 115,600

Safari Van
From Kes 88,600

Mara River Lodge

Mara River Lodge

Land Cruiser
From Kes 108,600

Safari Van
From Kes 81,600

Masai Mar Sopa Lodge

Land Cruiser
From Kes 139,600

Safari Van
From Kes 112,600

Mutiara Bush Camp

Mutiara Bush Camp

Land Cruiser
From Kes 115,600

Safari Van
From Kes 88,600

Miti Mingi Eco Camp

Miti Mingi Eco Camp

Land Cruiser
From Kes 112,800

Safari Van
From Kes 85,800

Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Camp

Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Camp

Land Cruiser
From Kes 122,550

Safari Van
From Kes 88,550

Offbeat Mara Camp

Land Cruiser
From Kes 147,600

Safari Van
From Kes 120,600

Ol- Moran Tented Camp Masai Mara

Ol- Moran Tented Camp Masai Mara

Land Cruiser
From Kes 106,600

Safari Van
From Kes 79,600

Oseki Masai Mara Camp

Land Cruiser
From Kes 95,900

Safari Van
From Kes 68,900

Oseru Enarau Camp

Oseru Enarau Camp

Land Cruiser
From Kes 95,600

Safari Van
From Kes 68,600

The Review of Top 10 Cheap Hotels in Masai Mara

There are hundreds of hotels in Maasai Mara National Reserve that you can stay at during your safari. It can take days to search for the best, and that’s why we have reviewed the most popular, cheap, and best hotels in Maasai Mara.

1. Mtito Safari Camp - Best Value for Money Masai Mara Accommodation

Mtito Safari Camp is a budget-friendly and affordable Masai Mara hotel located just outside the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The accommodation provides all the essential amenities one needs for a comfortable stay in Maasai Mara, including air conditioned rooms with private balconies, free WiFi, swimming pool, and access to hot water showers.

The hotel also provides a bar and restaurant, where you can enjoy delicious traditional meals. For those who want to explore the reserve, Mtito Safari Camp offers game drives and bush walks.

Masai mara hotels - mtito safari camp
Luxury Rooms of Mtito Safari Camp in Maasai Mara National Reserve

2. AA Lodges Masai Mara - One of the Cheapest Hotels in Maasai Mara

AA Lodges Masai Mara is a budget hotel in the heart of Maasai Mara National Reserve. The accommodation offers simple, yet spacious rooms with basic furnishings and air conditioning.

The lodge also has an on-site restaurant offering delicious local dishes. AA Lodges Masai Mara also offers several activities including game drives, bush walks, and cultural tours.

AA lodges masai mara
Outside View of AA Lodges Masai Mara Hotel

3. Orng’atuny King Camp - Among the Leading Masai Mara Hotels Prices

Orng’atuny King Camp is one of the most affordable and top rated tented camps in Maasai Mara. The hotel offers a variety of accommodation options, including luxury tents, executive rooms, and more basic rooms.

The property also provides several on-site amenities such as a swimming pool, bar, restaurant, and free WiFi. For those looking for adventure, Orng’atuny King Camp provides game drives and bush walks at a reasonable price.

Orng’atuny King Camp view
View of Orng’atuny King Camp in Maasai Mara

4. Sentrim Masai Mara Lodge - The Best Lodge in Maasai Mara

Sentrim Masai Mara Lodge is a mid-range and affordable lodge located inside Maasai Mara National Reserve. The property offers spacious rooms with all the modern amenities, including air conditioning, free WiFi, Satellite TV, and private balconies.

The lodge also provides an on-site bar and restaurant where guests can enjoy delicious local meals. Sentrim Masai Mara Lodge also offers daily game drives, bush walks, and other activities at an additional price.

Masai mara hotels - sentrim masai mara
A View of Sentrim Masai Mara Accommodation in Kenya

5. Masai Mara Sopa Lodge - A Popular Safari Lodge in Kenya

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge is one of the most popular safari lodges in Masai Mara. The property provides comfortable and spacious rooms with all the essential amenities, such as air conditioning, satellite TV, free WiFi, and swimming pool.

The lodge also offers a variety of activities at an additional cost, including game drives, bush walks, hot air balloon rides. Each room comes with a balcony, where you can check-out the Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge - View
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge Reception Area

6. Masai Mara River Lodge - Among the Best Hotels in Maasai Mara

Masai Mara River Lodge is one of the best and most affordable hotels in Maasai Mara National Reserve. The hotel provides all the essential amenities for a comfortable stay, including air conditioned rooms with private balconies, free WiFi, swimming pool, and access to hot water showers.

The hotel also offers an on-site bar and restaurant where guests can enjoy delicious local dishes. For those looking for adventure, Masai Mara River Lodge provides game drives and bush walks at a reasonable price.

dinner at Mara river camp
Diner Setting at Mara River Camp

7. Malaika Camp - Top Maasai Mara Accommodation

Malaika is a leading Masai Mara camp that provides comfortable and spacious tents with all the modern amenities. The property also features an on-site bar and restaurant, where you can enjoy delicious meals prepared with local ingredients.

The camp offers guests game drives, bush walks, hot air balloon rides, and other activities at an additional cost. Malaika Camp also provides free WiFi, swimming pool, access to hot water showers, and early check-in or check-out services.

Malaika camp night view
Night View of Malaika Camp at Masai Mara

8. Crocodile Camp Masai Mara - Budget Friendly Masai Mara Camp

The best hotels for a Masai Mara safari don’t always have to be expensive. Crocodile Camp Masai Mara is a budget friendly accommodation option that offers comfortable tents with all the modern amenities, including air conditioning, Satellite TV, and private balconies.

The camp also provides an on-site bar and restaurant where you can enjoy delicious local dishes. This property offers game drives and bush walks at a reasonable price.

Crocodile Camp Masai Mara - masai mara hotels
Crocodile Camp Masai Mara Hotel in Maasai Mara

9. Mara Maisha Camp - Top Quality Tented Camp in Masai Mara National Reserve

Mara Maisha Camp is a luxurious tented camp located in the heart of Maasai Mara National Reserve. The accommodation offers spacious and comfortable tents with all the essential amenities, such as air conditioning, free WiFi, satellite TV, and access to hot water showers.

The property also provides an on-site bar and restaurant where guests can enjoy delicious local meals. You will also enjoy a variety of activities, including game drives, bush walks, and hot air balloon rides during your travel.

Mara Maisha camp - Hotels in Masai Mara
Mara Maisha Camp is a Luxury Camp in Maasai Mara

10. Basecamp Masai Mara - Luxury, Yet Affordable, Luxury Camp in Masai Mara

Basecamp Masai Mara is a luxury, yet affordable, camp located inside the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The property provides comfortable and spacious tents with all the modern amenities one needs for a comfortable stay, including satellite TV, free WiFi, swimming pool, and access to hot water showers.

The camp also offers an on-site bar and restaurant where guests can enjoy delicious local dishes. For those who want to explore the reserve, Basecamp Masai Mara provides night game drives and bush walks at a subsidized rate.

Basecamp Masai Mara
KingSize Bed at Basecamp Masai Mara

Frequently Asked Questions About Masai Mara Hotels

Find some of the commonly asked questions about hotels in Masai Mara to get most our of your safari to Mara and value for your money.

1. How much does it cost to stay at the Masai Mara?

Masai Mara hotels prices vary depending on the type of accommodation and the time of year. Budget hotels tend to be cheaper, while luxury lodges can cost up to KES 50,000 a night.

2. Where to stay in Mara?

From the luxurious lodges to the mid-range tented camps, there are many options available for accommodation in Masai Mara. You can even find a hotel located on a river bank, giving you an extra edge when it comes to the view as it enables you to see the prime wildlife area.

3. Is Masai Mara worth it?

This will depend on what you wish to find during your safari in Maasai Mara National Reserve. Some people visit the area for its amazing wildlife, while others come for a more relaxing stay.

4. Can you stay inside Masai Mara?

You can stay in Maasai Mara National Reserve when you sign in to stay in 1 room, 2 rooms, or many rooms and accommodation options available, including luxury lodges, budget tented camps, and mid-range hotels.

5. Can you drive in Maasai Mara?

Maasai Mara hotels prices do not include the cost of driving yourself from your hotel to the tented camp or safari lodge. Prices are the same for self-driving or booking a driver.

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