Melia Serengeti Lodge Member Of Melia Collection

5-star safari lodge with included half-day game drives overlooking the Serengeti plains

Location & Setting

Melia Serengeti Lodge Member Of Melia Collection sits on the Nyamuma hills with a direct view of the Mbalageti River Valley. The property is 36 km from Seronera airstrip and 300 km from Arusha, making it accessible via scheduled flights and hotel transfer services. Guests see elephant and buffalo grazing below from the lodge and can watch the Great Migration from rooms in peak season (June-July).

Rooms & Suites

Each room at Melia Serengeti Lodge offers a private terrace, safety box, coffee & tea facilities, and mosquito gauze. Lagoon View rooms provide an expansive view of the plain below, and in peak season guests see the migration from their balcony. Suites include a ceiling fan, mini-bar, and are designed with Maasai-inspired decor and modern amenities.

Dining & Culinary

The property has 5 restaurants serving traditional recipes fused with international cuisine, with a live grilling station and outdoor dining overlooking the Mbalageti River Valley. Guests enjoy a four- or five-course menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with special diet menus and wine/champagne available. The kitchen team accommodates dietary requirements noted at booking, including allergies and intolerances.

Wellness & Recreation

The infinity pool is open year-round and offers spectacular views of Serengeti National Park, with sun umbrellas and pool/beach towels provided. A spa with wellness treatments, a public bath, foot bath, and spa lounge/relaxation area is available on site. The 24-hour gym features equipment with views of the Serengeti, and fitness classes are offered.

Safari & Activities

Meliá Serengeti Lodge includes a complimentary half-day safari in selected room categories, a rarity among competitors. Game drives are arranged through the hotel with drivers like Gabriel, who has deep knowledge of animal behavior, and Matthew, with over twenty-five years of experience. Evening entertainment, themed dinner nights, walking tours, and tour or class about local culture are also organized on site.

• Location: Perched on Nyamuma hills, 36 km from Seronera airstrip
• Rooms: Lagoon View and Savanna View suites with private terrace
• Dining: 5 restaurants with live grilling station and outdoor valley views
• Wellness: Infinity pool, spa treatments, 24-hour gym with Serengeti views
• Safari: Complimentary half-day game drive included in select room packages
• Activities: Evening entertainment, walking tours, and Maasai cultural experiences