Amboseli Hotels with Airport pickup service

I honestly don’t know where to start in describing our experience of staying the first two nights of our safari holiday at this awful lodge. In the weeks leading up to our trip we were in contact with our tour company concerning the awful reviews about this place, and were reassured that the local rep’s were making sure there were improvements and that we would be staying in an upgraded Cottage. We were put in a Cottage, No. FC6, and it was dreadful. No way is this the upgraded accommodation! See the photos - curtain hanging off rail ( we fixed it ourselves and it still didn’t cover the whole window), holes in the window mesh so nothing to stop lizards getting in, no mat for the slippery shower floor (I took the pillow case from the extra bed to use as a mat - wished I hadn’t because the pillow unearth it was absolutely disgustingly stained and dirty), mould growing on bedroom furniture, very poor light - just one very dim bulb in a very tatty and dirty lampshade, rotting wood around the wash basin, I could go on and on. And then there was the electrics - a couple of plug sockets simply didn’t work, but there was a trailing socket coming from under the bed which did. So there was no where safe to plug in the electric kettle - not that I would have risked using it, and the nicest item in the room, a large table lamp had a type of plug that didn’t match any socket! Also, the hairdryer was on a broken socket with exposed wires - needless to say I didn’t use it. Outside there were a couple of chairs - they were very old, dirty and falling apart. The dining experience- mediocre at best, with some of the food really not very nice at all and possibly carried over from the previous meal. There was never enough cutlery etc on the tables and the staff would take them from nearby tables if you asked for anything. On our second morning there weren’t enough bowls available to use for cereal/fruit and the urn for making tea was completely cold! Before my holiday I remember reading reviews concerning Chinese guests at AA Amboseli getting preferential treatment over everyone else. No way of knowing if this is the case, but on our second evening there was a large group of people who appeared to be Chinese at a nearby table and the buffet dinner was, in my opinion, considerably better quality than the previous evening. We can only speculate. So, this lodge is popular because of its location, but it’s very run down and needs a considerable amount of investment to bring it to an acceptable standard. At the moment it does not deserve paying customers! Please note- I had to put one Star rating to enable this review to be uploaded - it deserves Zero Rating in my opinion.

Located in Amboseli, Tawi Lodge is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Kimana Gate and Amboseli National Park. This family-friendly lodge is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Kimana Reserve and 13.8 mi (22.1 km) from Amboseli Elephant Research Camp.Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and facials. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).All-inclusive rates are available at this lodge. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the lodge's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9 AM.Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 13 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

It's all about location and this hotel has it as it is located inside the park. The grounds are fenced so the most animals stay out. The exception are the vervet monkeys. There are lots of the on the grounds. They are looking for hand outs, but don't do it as the may carry disease. There are no door knobs on the door so to keep the door closed and the monkeys out, use the deadbolt lock. I had one look through the window one day. The bed was comfortable and equipped with mosquito netting. The room has a ceiling fan, but it was to the side of the mosquito netting of the bed. Some reported it to be not very effective. Bottomless bottled water was supplied with the room at no charge. It was recommended not to drink the water. Large shower, but mine had a cracked window. Plenty of hot water. Above average room condition. Buffet restaurant on site se only option. Wide selection, but it was labeled by one of the group as ”survival food” and just ok. Tip: either bring your own knife or ask for a steak knife as the standard table knives were not effective. Ok, that also means the meats were tough. Which leads back to the ”survival food” label. Choose wisely the food especially the desserts. Many good great but the gelatin ones could be used as super balls. Friendly staff, fully stocked bar and quiet location. Oh yes, there is an out door open fire ring and pool. In December, we did not encounter any mosquitos but this really depends on the weather. It takes 20 minutes to get out to where the elephants cross the roads. The parks opens at 6a and closes at 6p. No one can leave outside of there hours. For the elephant crossing the road, which are dirt and bumpy and dusty, expect numerous vehicles. We encountered a lion passing the elephants one day and that was really a great experience to hear the elephants trumpeting and surrounding the young ones. The lion was not interested in them, just passing by.

Located in Amboseli, Kibo Villa Amboseli is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Amboseli Elephant Research Camp and Amboseli National Park. This family-friendly lodge is 27.1 mi (43.6 km) from Kilimanjaro National Park and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Noomotio Observation Point.Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a garden. This lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the lodge's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 3 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.