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Mara River Safari Lodge

4.0 star property
Resort in Gianyar with 2 restaurants and spa services
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Twiga Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey
Exterior detail
Swala Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; African cuisine

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
The price is AU$374
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2025

Room options

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Twiga Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Twiga Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Swala Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Swala Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Kifaru Family Suite + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Kifaru Family Suite + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Tembo Family Suite + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Tembo Family Suite + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
Bathrobes
  • 115 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Single Bed
Aerial view

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Pool
Spa
Kids pool
Parking included
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
The price is AU$410
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
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About the area

Map
Jalan By Pass Prof Ida, Bagus Mantra Km 19.8, Gianyar, Bali, 80551

What's nearby

  • Bali Safari and Marine Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bali Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cucukan Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Keramas Beach - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Ubud Monkey Forest - 17 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Denpasar (DPS-Ngurah Rai Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Komune Resort & Beach Club Bali - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Warung Bendega Lebih - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Warung Makan Sunarya II - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Flamingo Bali Family Beach Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Warong Legong - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Mara River Safari Lodge

Upscale resort in a rural location
At Mara River Safari Lodge, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace and shopping on-site. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and African cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this resort include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a gift shop and a porter/bellboy
  • A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and a TV in reception
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning and dressing gowns, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Indonesian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Tsavo Lion
  • Uma Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 17

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

In accordance with local regulations, all visitors must remain within the property during Seclusion Day (Nyepi)/Hindu New Year for a 24-hour period (starting at 6 AM). Seclusion Day typically falls in March or April (dates subject to change each year). Check-in and check-out will not be possible on that date. Ngurah Rai Airport (Bali International Airport) is also closed on Seclusion Day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 38 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 38 (one-way), (up to 10 years old)

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 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

MARA RIVER SAFARI Bali Safari Marine Park Gianyar
MARA RIVER SAFARI LODGE Bali Safari & Marine Park Gianyar
MARA RIVER SAFARI LODGE Bali Safari Marine Park Gianyar
MARA RIVER SAFARI LODGE Bali Safari Marine Park
MARA RIVER SAFARI Bali Safari Marine Park
MARA RIVER SAFARI LODGE at Bali Safari Marine Park
MARA RIVER SAFARI Bali Safari

Frequently asked questions

Does Mara River Safari Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Mara River Safari Lodge?

As of 18 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mara River Safari Lodge on 18 Jan 2025 start from AU$374.23, including 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 Mara River Safari Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mara River Safari Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mara River Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Mara River Safari Lodge?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Mara River Safari Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 38 per person applies.

Where is Mara River Safari Lodge located?

Situated near the beach, this resort is within a 10-minute walk of Bali Safari and Marine Park and Bali Theatre. Pura Masceti is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 305 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 305 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 305 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 305 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 305 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rajoo Arokiasamy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serenity

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was nervous after reading reviews and hearing there are only two giraffe breakfast spots daily, but I was quickly reassured upon arrival. A kind staff member explained we could still privately feed the giraffes, from the same spot as breakfast, for much less cost and with the same 1:1 experience. The Tsavo restaurant had delicious food and fantastic service, especially from Ayu (worked Dec 13-14). She treated us like friends, making our stay extra special. The buffet breakfast featured adorable animal-themed foods. We stayed in a Twiga room with a breathtaking view—better than my trip to Africa! The bed was huge, with an extra one for our daughter, and tossing carrots to wildebeests from our balcony was a highlight. Some reviews mentioned bugs, but we saw just one fly and a harmless bug—less than in my house during Australian summers. I had low expectations for the park itself but was blown away. The kids’ splash park, with multiple slides and pools, was almost empty, and even adults enjoyed the slides. The animal experiences were incredible; we fed and patted elephants and meerkats, and the park was so quiet it felt exclusive. The Lion Restaurant was so good the lions roar a lot and watch you eat haha. All the staff were lovely, despite some reviews calling them rude—I only saw staff being kind unless provoked by rude guests. My skeptical husband was won over, and we can’t recommend Mara River highly enough. Thank you for unforgettable memories!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quashonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love this property
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

YIGIT, San Jose

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experiace with animals
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

YUN LOK

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Safari hotel is great for a family for a vacation. We enjoy staying here for four nights. The room is spacious and the bedding is comfortable. Although this hotel is a bit old, it does not bother our family. Our room can see the animals in the distance which we like the most
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Although the rooms hadn’t been upgraded in the 12 years since I stayed last time the experience was still exceptional and animals were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ilona

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about the mara lodge was amazing. The staff were so helpful and couldn’t do enough for us. Out of my many stays in Bali this was far the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay over looking loads of animals. In an authentic Villa. Spent the whole day walking the safari park. Did the night safari. You have to do it to believe it. This place is so interactive with the animals.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magical experience! Worth every dollar.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of our favorite places we've ever stayed up. To wake up and see animals out of your balcony wow! We highly recommend staying here. Breakfast was good as well, and they made a lot of cute animal dishes. The only one bad thing we'd say is there were some ants in our room. However there were ants in all the rooms we stayed at in Bali. Please stay here, and book early as rooms can fill up
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alaska

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay for 2 nights the safari was pretty amazing I had alot of animals outside of my balcony doors! We did the cage feeding that night that was really nice to
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the animal outlook from our hotel room and the friendly staff. Also admired their knowledge of the animals and the genuine way they cared for them.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room with ability to feed the animals from our balcony
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely Amazing
Absolutely amazing! Highly recommend. No negatives except maybe bed very hard but was inly 2 nights so ok. Must do!!!
Breakfast with the giraffes
4x4 jeep safari with feeding
From our room balcony (Twiga-upstairs)
From our balcony
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful experience, to sit on your veranda and watch Giraffes, Rhinos and Wildebeests, and feel completely safe. The room was lovely, and easy access to the Safari Park, and all it had to offer, with the cost already built into the cost of the accommodation for most things. Will easily stay there again, and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

stefania

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

HYESUN

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
동물과 함께한 하루
숙소가 환경친화적인 만큼 벌레가 없을순없지만 그래도 깨끗한 편이엇습니다 다만 너무 덥습니다 다른 경험은 아이들에게 최고의 경험이엇습니다.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daxa

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arben, New York

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

10/10 Excellent

Diashenna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some of the staff were very friendly, some were so so. No one mentioned the white tiger, Komodo dragon or piranhas so we never saw them. I think they should give a map and point things out. There was the marine park but no one ever mentioned if it was open or closed. Food was awesome. Room was so so
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with partner
Awesome time thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Poor cleaning condition
Atmosphere around the hotel is excellent but hotel facility and cleaning condition is very poor. Insects and bug issues in the hotel could make the room more comfortable to stay. There were few sticky floor area with ants when we got there.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
4.0