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Mara River Safari Lodge

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Jalan By Pass Prof Ida, Bagus Mantra Km 19.8, Gianyar, Bali, 80551
  • Bali Safari and Marine Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cucukan Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Keramas Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Denpasar (DPS-Ngurah Rai Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twiga Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Twiga Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Twiga Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

  • 38 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Swala Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Swala Deluxe Room + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

  • 38 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Kifaru Family Suite + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

Kifaru Family Suite + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Tembo Family Suite + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey | Living area

Tembo Family Suite + Bali Safari Entrance & Safari Journey

  • 115 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Gianyar

With a stay at Mara River Safari Lodge in Gianyar, you'll be near the beach, just a 3-minute walk from Bali Safari and Marine Park and 9 minutes by foot from Bali Theatre. .This resort is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Ubud Monkey Forest and 12 mi (19.4 km) from Sanur Beach.
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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

  • Ngurah Rai Intl. Airport (DPS) - 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

Resort in Gianyar with 2 restaurants and spa services
Mara River Safari Lodge offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
Make yourself at home in one of the 38 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy African cuisine at Tsavo Lion, one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge during limited hours, and free self parking is available onsite.
Tsavo Lion - This theme restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Uma Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in Indonesian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

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 at the property
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
Cribs (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 elevators
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

Mara River Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 324 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 324 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 324 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 324 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 324 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Cypress

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best Easter Weekend ever! We booked the family room (Kifaru) for 3 adults with 2 bedrooms/ 2 bathrooms for 2 nights, which included breakfast with the lions and entrance to the safari park. We attended breakfast right when they opened at 7am due to jet lag and everything was fresh with so many options: both western and eastern cuisines, made to order eggs, pancakes one morning and waffles the next morning, juice bar, fruits, salads, and I even met their head chef…he was eager to talk to me when I told him that I’m a personal chef. Coffee is included except specialty items like mimosas, cappuccinos and lattes but reasonably priced Our room was near the spa/pool. Pool was great with a swim up bar and zebras, wildebeests and rhino are right in front of us. We brought carrots they left for us in our room to get them to come closer. Staff is so nice, helpful, and always eager to assist us with anything. We were so lucky to be able to book breakfast with giraffes, which can only be done at check in at an extra cost and only one guest/family can book each morning (weather permitting). We also booked the night safari package with buffet dinner and fire show…loved this experience too! If you love animals definitely book this place! Better than Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitesh, Pimpama

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible one-night stay at Mara River Safari Lodge in the Kifaru Family Suite. The room was spacious and welcoming, complete with a fruit platter on arrival. The balcony offered breathtaking views, and feeding zebras directly from it with carrots left in little baskets was an unforgettable experience! The pool was conveniently located right next to our room, adding to the luxury and relaxation of our stay. This was truly the best stay we’ve ever had, and we highly recommend not just doing a day trip. Experiencing at least one night here is an absolute must! Oh, don’t forgot to have breakfast with lions. Please make sure book the seating/table in advance next to the big open glasses so you have the best view. DO NOT MISSSSSSS THE FIRE DANCE if you are staying at Mara river safari lodge :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Eileen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room were perfectly located but room could do with a little upgrade and a good clean. Food was fantastic, staff provided an excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of a kind!!! Must visit :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolute must do for any animal lovers or families with kids! We had an amazing experience - African animals roaming around just outside your bedroom, safari tour, infinity pool, animal shows, breakfast with the lions and meerkats, friendly staff - what’s not to love!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Had a great time, but mainly for the Taman Safari

The main attraction of the lodge is that it is attached to the Taman Safari Park which showcases an amazing array of indonesian, indian and african wildlife. The journey thru the "safari lands" in special buses is outstanding and the park caters to all ages and I think a must see for any visitor to Bali. Now to the lodge itself. Its a great concept and well executed however long overdue for an update. As an example the suite we stayed in cost NZD$800 per night and and iniitally we were wowed. That did include 2 complimentary Safari Journeys to be fair. However on closer inspection our phone stopped working, internet was really patchy, the mosquito screens in the bathrooms were damaged, one of the bathrooms had a leak in the ceiling, the shower slide kept dropping down, etc etc. Still on the negative it was hard to get information on what activities and what facilities were provided. A QR code was provided but was updated and the WiFi situation made it hard.On the plus staff were excellent, food was very reasonably priced for a hotel, and goid quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What an amazing experience! Highly recommended!
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