Sitting within the Masai Mara National Reserve in Southwestern Kenya, one of Africa’s most renowned wildlife and wilderness conservation regions, JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge has officially opened as of 3 April 2023.
JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge is a sophisticated sanctuary from which to discover animals and breathtaking vistas in harmony.
Exhilarating guided game drives offer guests the opportunity to observe the “Big Five” that Masai Mara is home to, including lions, leopards, buffalos, rhinoceros, and elephants.
Between June and September, the reserve is host to the annual great wildebeest migration, which sees more than 10 million animals travel a distance of 1,800 miles from the Serengeti in neighboring Tanzania.
JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge Accomadation
The lodge’s elegant interiors were designed by Kristina Zanic Consultants. They draw inspiration from the elements with soft, warm tones, natural materials and textures, and native colors thread through its design.
The lodge has 20 private tents. Each of these provide a peaceful sanctuary to recharge and reset, and feature terraces overlooking the River Talek, a water source and habitat for many wildlife.
The tented honeymoon suite offers a private plunge pool, while two interconnecting king and twin suites are ideal for families with children over the age of six.
Facilities at JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge
Other facilities for guests at JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge include the Adventure Lounge which is full of books to get lost in and a nook for young adults to take time for themselves.
There is also the Cultural Deck where guests can gather around the fire pit to share tales of the day’s exploration.
At the Spa by JW, guests can enjoy tailored experiences and signature treatments that blend locally-inspired techniques and therapies. These are complemented by natural and organic products by renowned African skincare brand, Healing Earth.
The JW Garden is an outdoor space for guests to spend time discovering home-grown, organic ingredients, including the lodge’s signature rosemary. Chefs at the lodge also make use of the garden’s produce in the preparation of personalized dishes, cocktails, and mocktails.
The JW Garden will host daily programming, including live cooking, interactive cocktail mixology, and chef-led talks for a true farm-to-table experience.
Fig Tree Lounge offers panoramic views of the surrounding plains from the indoor and outdoor bar and serves refreshing cocktails and mocktails infused with seasonal ingredients from the lodge’s garden while the Sarabi Restaurant offers both indoor and alfresco dining experiences.
Fostering Meaningful Connections
“Fostering meaningful connections and nourishing the soul is at the heart of the JW Marriott brand, so entering the luxury safari segment is a natural next step,” said Bruce Rohr, Global Brand Leader, JW Marriott. “Offering our guests once-in-a-lifetime experiences and a deep connection to place, JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge balances the thrill of a game drive with thoughtful opportunities to switch off and take it all in. We are excited to welcome travelers to a transformative and wellness-forward stay delivered with JW Marriott’s legacy of extraordinary hospitality.”
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