Explore Sand River Lodge

Riverfront hotel in Maasai Mara with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Fri, Feb 13
Sun, Feb 15
February 2026
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March 2026
At Explore Sand River Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Maasai Mara National Reserve. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
VIP Access

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Charcoal grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$206 nightly
$243 total
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 4 of 4 rooms
Park view
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Double or Twin Room, Patio, River View | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Double or Twin Room, Patio, River View | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Double or Twin Room, Patio, River View

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
Park view
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Single Room, Patio, Park View | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Single Room, Patio, Park View

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Park view
Triple Room, Patio | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Triple Room, Patio | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Triple Room, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
Park view
Suite, Patio | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Suite, Patio | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Suite, Patio | Terrace/patio

Suite, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Park view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Ololaimutiek Village, Maasai Mara, Kenya

What's nearby

  • Maasai Mara National Reserve - 15 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Ololaimutiek Gate - 15 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Olderkesi Wildlife Conservancy - 24 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Siana Conservancy - 30 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Sekenani Gate - 49 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Maasai Mara (KEU-Keekorok) - 44 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (OSJ-Ol Seki Airstrip) - 81 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (OLG-Olare Airstrip) - 125 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (OLX-Olkiombo) - 129 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena) - 143 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 101.8 miles/163.8 km
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 109.1 miles/175.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Jambo Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jumbo Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ol ngaboli bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ol Murrani Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ol Donyo Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Explore Sand River Lodge

At Explore Sand River Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Maasai Mara National Reserve. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 17 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free secured onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Charcoal grills

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts cash.

Also known as

Explore Sand River Lodge Hotel
Explore Sand River Lodge Maasai Mara
Explore Sand River Lodge Hotel Maasai Mara

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Explore Sand River Lodge?

Yes, pets stay free.

Is parking offered on site at Explore Sand River Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Explore Sand River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Explore Sand River Lodge and nearby?

Explore Sand River Lodge has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Explore Sand River Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Explore Sand River Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Explore Sand River Lodge like?

Explore Sand River Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Maasai Mara National Reserve, which is 9 minutes away by car.

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