Muthu Keekorok Lodge, Maasai Mara, Narok

We recently stayed at Keekorok and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. All of the staff were helpful and friendly from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. We stayed in the chalet room which was quite basic, but had all the amenities we needed and was clean and functional. We spent most of our time out on game drives so didn’t need a luxurious room to stay in. The food at meal times was lovely and varied, the staff were always really friendly and polite. We also really enjoyed the hippo bar and watching hippos with elephants and buffalo in the distance. There was also the added experience of hippos and zebras in the grounds at night outside your room - unlike anything else! Our game driver Emanuel was fantastic. He really knew the area and where to find the animals so that we could see all the big five and really experience the Masai Mara. After reading some negative reviews, we were slightly cautious about staying here, but honestly couldn’t have had a better time.

After reading some of the negative reviews, I had a little bit of hesitancy before our trip, but I can honestly say that we truly enjoyed our four-day experience at the Muthu Keekorok hotel. While it may not be the place for ultimate luxury, it's an excellent choice if you're looking for a clean and comfortable stay with the added excitement of having wildlife right outside your door. Our chalet room was fairly basic but was a perfect base for us. It was clean and functional, and since we spent most of our time out on game drives, we didn't need anything more. The food was decent, and the staff were all very friendly and welcoming. One of the most exciting parts of our stay was experiencing the wildlife on the grounds of the hotel itself—it was a truly special feeling. We also loved the Hippo Bar, which was a very fun experience, even if it was a little smelly! A very special mention must go to our game driver, Emmanuel. He was incredibly knowledgeable and helped us find all the animals we wanted to see. He even found leopards and lions when no other vehicles were around, which made the occasion feel extra special. Emmanuel was also very friendly and helped make our entire experience one to remember.